■ Distance: 6½ miles/10.6km ■ Time: 3½ hours ■ Grade: Moderate

NEWCASTLE AND MARDU CIRCULAR Level Easy Elevation gain 217m Length 6.1km (1hr 49min) Description This round-the-hill loop trail from Newcastle leads through peaceful rural landscapes and small village

■ Distance: 3½ miles/5.6km ■ Time: 3 hours ■ Grade: Easy

■ Distance: 9 miles/14.5km ■ Time: 3½ hours ■ Grade: Moderate

■ Distance: 10 miles/16km ■ Time: 5 ...

■ Distance: 12 miles/19.5km ■ Time: 7 hours ■ Grade: Challenging