■ Distance: 11½ miles/18.5km ■ Time: 6 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: 7 miles/12km ■ Time: 4 hours ■ Grade: Easy

■ Distance: 9 miles/14.4km ■ Time: 4½ hours ...

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