The C2C Guide - the definitive resource centre for the Sea to Sea cycle route

Waskerly Way

tourist information centre
01388 527650 - Stanhope

Whitehaven to Parkhead 100 miles
Parkhead to Sunderland 34 miles

a potted history
Formerly part of the old railway from Rookhope to Consett the path has been converted into an excellent traffic free route for walkers and cyclists.

places of interest
Hownsgill Viaduct - located at mile marker 108.6 this very impressive 150 foot high bridge almost dares you to look down into the gorge and not feel sick!

eating places
Parkhead Station -Terry and Lorraine Turnbull - tel: 01388 526434 - Tea Rooms offering wholesome home made food, snacks, sandwiches and evening meals. Open all year - if there is nobody about just knock!

cycle shops
Parkhead Station -Terry and Lorraine Turnbull - tel: 01388 526434 - Located at mile marker 100 at the start of the Waskerly Way - details below

route features
After the long slog up Rookhope Incline (or the even longer uphill slog from Stanhope) you will be relieved to find the Waskerly Way completely traffic free and almost all of it downhill all the way to the finish at Sunderland or Newcastle.

recommendations
If you have found a cafe, eating place, cycle shop or anywhere you might like to recommend to other C2C'ers then send it in for inclusion into The C2C Guide.

accommodation
Please try to book accommodation in advance and give as much notice as possible if you have to cancel the booking so the room can be re-let otherwise your deposit may be forfeited. Also if you are going to be late arriving at your accommodation it is always a good idea to ring and let the proprietor know so they can keep your room open for you.

Remember to double check all details with the establishment as this guide cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracies or omissions nor for any loss arising as a result.

When booking accommodation please mention the C2C Guide website.

Parkhead Station

Terry and Lorraine Turnbull
Parkhead Station, B & B and Tea Rooms, Stanhope Moor, Stanhope, County Durham DL13 2ES
tel/fax: 01388 526434
web site: www.parkheadstation.co.uk
e-mail: ParkheadStation@aol.com

rooms
- B & B .... 2 en suite double - 2 en suite family twin and full size bunk beds
- Bunkhouse .... sleeps 6
months open .... All year
B & B .... £25.00 per person - Bunkhouse £15 per person
evening meal .... 3 course from £12 - pre booked please
packed lunch .... from £3.50 - pre booked please
secure cycle parking .... yes
distance from route .... on route

Parkhead Station House stands at 1500 ft and marks 100 miles on the C2C, a welcome sight for weary travellers and ideal overnight stay as it is downhill the rest of the way to the finish!. The former Station Masters house has been sympathetically converted to include B&B, Bunkhouse and Tea Rooms and is fully licensed. Our many facilities include a drying room, basic cycle spares, C2C stamping point, art/photography gallery, C2C memorabilia and guest lounge.