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Whittledean Reservoir – Whittle Dene Reservoir loop from Matfen

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Whittledean Reservoir – Whittle Dene Reservoir loop from Matfen

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Whittledean Reservoir – Whittle Dene Reservoir loop from Matfen

01:09

19.0km

130m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 27, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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6.08 km

WW2 Pillbox at RAF Ouston

Highlight • Historical Site

Brick pillbox protecting RAF Ouston

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7.50 km

RAF Ouston WW2 Brick Building

Highlight • Historical Site

Brick building from RAF Ouston

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8.17 km

Whittledean Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Military road crossing

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8.49 km

Whittle Dene Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

A beautiful reservoir. Split in two by the road. A lovey tranquil spot on a calm, sunny day.

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11.6 km

Road to Whittledean Reservoirs

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Nice straight road

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11.8 km

Farm Chimney Near Blanchland

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Beside a farm, need to find out what it was for

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16.2 km

Country Road With Sheep

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

18.9 km

Stone Cross and Church in Matfen

Highlight • Bridge

It's a beautiful town in the countryside. I passed through by bike, but would come back for a walk/wander.

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19.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.8 km

224 m

Surfaces

12.0 km

6.79 km

224 m

Elevation

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Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (110 m)

Weather

Today

Sunday 10 May

8°C

2°C

16 %

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Whittledean Reservoir – Whittle Dene Reservoir loop from Matfen

WW2 Pillbox at RAF Ouston

RAF Ouston WW2 Brick Building

Whittledean Reservoir

Whittle Dene Reservoir

Road to Whittledean Reservoirs

Farm Chimney Near Blanchland

Country Road With Sheep

Stone Cross and Church in Matfen

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