Whorlton is a region spanning parts of County Durham and North Yorkshire, England, offering diverse landscapes for outdoor pursuits. The area features the glacially widened valley of the River Tees with wooded riverbanks and rolling countryside in County Durham. Towards North Yorkshire, the Cleveland Hills provide elevated views towards the North York Moors and areas with historical ruins. These varied terrains support several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
Whorlton provides…
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160
hikers
7.24km
01:55
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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389
hikers
6.05km
01:36
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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56
hikers
8.75km
02:20
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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53
hikers
4.38km
01:10
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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41
riders
50.2km
02:44
920m
920m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

17
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23.6km
01:09
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

16
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32.5km
01:33
290m
290m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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10
riders
55.3km
03:20
780m
780m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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21
riders
51.7km
03:35
930m
930m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
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63.0km
04:17
1,030m
1,030m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
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33.0km
02:01
260m
260m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
49.6km
03:11
600m
600m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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18
runners
7.14km
00:45
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
7.74km
00:52
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
10.7km
01:07
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
9.36km
01:01
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12
riders
47.5km
03:24
650m
650m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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19.9km
01:16
270m
270m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
30.1km
02:43
600m
600m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
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41.8km
03:04
720m
720m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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3
riders
30.1km
02:34
620m
620m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
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36.9km
02:32
580m
580m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
56.4km
03:59
830m
830m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Whorlton offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features varied terrains from tranquil riverside settings to the elevated Cleveland Hills. More than 6,000 visitors have explored routes in Whorlton.
Outdoor routes in Whorlton are popular on komoot, with more than 6,000 visitors having explored the area. These routes have received an average rating of 4.65 out of 5 stars from over 700 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Whorlton offers diverse hiking trails, from easy riverside paths to more challenging routes in the Cleveland Hills. Trails often incorporate historical sites like Whorlton Castle and scenic natural features such as Whorlton Beck. Explore specific options in the Hiking around Whorlton guide.
Yes, Whorlton features several easy hiking routes suitable for various fitness levels. Examples include the Whorlton Village and Whorlton Waterfall Circular Walk, which is 3.8 miles (6.1 km) long. For more options, consult the Easy hikes around Whorlton guide.
Historical hiking routes in Whorlton often incorporate landmarks such as Barnard Castle and Egglestone Abbey. The Barnard Castle & Egglestone Abbey loop is a 4.5-mile (7.2 km) trail along the River Tees. Whorlton Castle, with its mid-14th-century gatehouse, is also part of several walking routes.
Whorlton offers a variety of cycling routes for road cycling and touring cycling, catering to different fitness levels. Routes range from those exploring rolling countryside to more challenging options with significant elevation gain in moorland areas. Find detailed information in the Road Cycling Routes around Whorlton and Cycling around Whorlton guides.
Yes, Whorlton provides options for both mountain biking and gravel biking. These trails allow exploration of the region's varied terrain, including unpaved surfaces and woodland paths. Specific routes are available in the MTB Trails around Whorlton and Gravel biking around Whorlton guides.
Whorlton trails feature diverse natural landscapes, including the wooded riverbanks of the River Tees and the rolling countryside of County Durham. On the North Yorkshire side, the Cleveland Hills offer expansive views towards the North York Moors. Whorlton Beck, with its small waterfall near Whorlton village, is another notable feature.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Whorlton to help plan outdoor adventures. These include guides for Hiking around Whorlton, Road Cycling Routes around Whorlton, and Running Trails around Whorlton. Guides for easy hikes, touring cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking are also available.
The Whorlton Village and Whorlton Waterfall Circular Walk is an easy 3.8-mile (6.1 km) route. It takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes to complete. This walk offers views of the village's historic stone buildings, riverside paths along Whorlton Beck, and open fields, including a small waterfall.
There is no general tourism website or phone number specifically for the Whorlton region. For localized information, it is advisable to consult tourism resources related to North Yorkshire or County Durham, depending on the specific area of interest within Whorlton.

