A walk that starts near Durham and has a pub on the way has been named one of the best for a family day trip.
TrainPal has released a list of the best walking trails that are easy to reach by train for a summer day out.
The Wear River and Broom Hill Circular walk in Durham made it into the top five on the list.
Each walk was ranked based on a range of factors including the closest pub, trains per hour to the nearest station, and AllTrails rating.
What is the Wear River and Broom Hill Circular walk in Durham like?
On the walk, TrainPal said: "The Wear River and Broom Hill Circular hike in Durham has a similarly impressive score of 60.99.
"And getting there couldn’t be easier: the journey from Newcastle to Durham takes just 12 minutes, and there are 3 trains every hour.
"This gentle route on the edge of Durham City is popular with dog walkers and families, typically taking around 1 to 1.5 hours to complete.
"With an AllTrails rating of 4.6 and the highest pub rating on our list (The Station House with 4.8), it’s definitely one to give a go."
The route is found along the edge of Durham City making it easy to reach from Durham train station, so you do not need to worry about traffic and parking.
During the walk, you will be able to enjoy the scenery found along the River Wear and go through the Pelaw Woods Local Nature Reserve.
The river will lead you to Old Durham where you will be able to see the remains of a farmstead and the 17th-century Old Durham Gardens.
The walking route is simple to complete and is suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
After the walk, you can visit The Station House pub for a drink before heading back home on the train.
Alvaro Ungurean, Commercial Director at TrainPal, said: "Train travel is opening up some of the UK's most spectacular landscapes to more people than ever before.
"For many walkers, the biggest challenge isn't completing the hike; it's getting there in the first place.
"What this research shows is that you don't necessarily need a car to enjoy some of Britain's most iconic outdoor destinations.
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"Many of the highest-rated routes can be reached in under an hour by train, offer regular services throughout the day, and have excellent local amenities nearby.
"As people look for ways to travel more sustainably and make the most of their weekends, rail-accessible hiking offers a practical solution that combines convenience, affordability and lower-carbon travel."
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