Highlight • Historical Site
Groverake Mine Headframes
Cycling
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North Pennines National Landscape
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October 5, 2023
Cycling
The mine originally produced ironstone between 1819 and 1875, then later for lead, until the mine closed around 1919. In the 1930s it was reopened to mine fluorspar.
These remnants are now an iconic landmark in the North Pennines and were saved from demolition in 2017.
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Prepare for a challenging touring bicycle ride through the stunning North Pennines on the National Byway: Allenheads and Stanhope Loop. This difficult route spans 23.7 miles (38.1 km) and features…
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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880m
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Elevation 450 m
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