Morpeth is one of the biggest towns in Northumberland, so its a good place to use as a base if you like a bit more action and excitement. Put those three things together, and you get a knowledgeable, handsome and intelligent local expert who knows all the best walks in the region (thats what I tell myself anyway). Continue eastwards to Emmanuel Head. It starts in Melrose, which is actually in the Scottish borders. Top 10 UK walks Walking holidays Top 10 UK walks: Craster to Low Newton, Northumberland National Trust UK walk 2, best for wildlife: spot seals, nesting seabirds, waders and osprey, as. The first half is set in the Holy Island Nature Reserve where undulating dunes drop down to golden beaches. This is an easy, level two-mile walk along the Northumberland coast, the gleaming white lighthouse and keepers cottage enticing the rambler on. Howick Hall to Craster Circular Walk . Theres also a small admission charge for the visitor centre and museum. Rail travel was smooth and easy and we had some wonderful meals. If youre lucky, you might even see badgers and red squirrels. Take time to wander the streets of elegant red-roofed townhouses and brightly painted frontages lining the estuary road. Check out this 6.4-km circular trail near Alnwick, Northumberland. But theres more to see further on. If you want a simple walk with excellent payoffs, this is it. Some of the best bits include Seahouses, Craster, Bamburgh Castle and Dunstanburgh Castle, all of which Ive already mentioned in this article. This Northumberland coastal walk has it all: woodland, historic gardens, beautiful beaches and a stop for afternoon tea! Turn right to follow the Hauxley Links path southward between lake and coast. During the walk, youll pass Simonside (which Ive already mentioned), Fontburn Reservoir, dense woods, winding paths, tiny villages and excellent views of distant peaks. They are much more about savouring the experience of the Northumbrian coast, than physical endurance. 28-74 miles. 8:30am - 5pm (Mon - Fri) 8:30am - 11:30am (Sat) FREE UK DELIVERY ON ALL ORDERS OVER 15. The circular Derwent Edge walk is 10.5 miles. And as a bonus, youll end in Rothbury! This lovely short circular walk not only explores some fine coastline but also visits the charming village of Alnmouth. The Northumberland Coast Path follows this stunningly beautiful coastline for 100 kilometres (62 Miles) from Cresswell in the south to Berwick-upon-Tweed in the north. Once over the viaduct, take the next road on the right, then just on the corner, you will see the gate leading you onto the trail. I will be adding more information about these routes shortly. For help logging on, see Help > FAQs > Logging On. Follow the England Coast Path from Old Hartley south, keeping left to meet The Links road, then cross the causeway to St Marys Island and the lighthouse (which is technically in Tyne & Wear, though was historically part of Northumberland). This countryside walks offers a peaceful exploration of the history of the area with the ruins of Etal Castle. Sunday 12th March - Mystery Walk - 6 miles - Easy . Scots Gap to Rothbury 12. Come in spring and summer when the reserve is blooming with wildflowers: vipers bugloss, cranesbill, and marsh orchid. From the north it looks little more than a few remnants of wall reaching for the sky. To be honest, hardly anybody walks this whole thing in one go, but you can if you like. While the walk starts in forested areas, it ascends over into hilly regions, offering views of the forests and farms that surround the peaks. Northumberland Walks, Walking Routes & Hiking Trails The walks in the Northumberland National Park listed below cater for walkers of all abilities from easy circular walks to harder routes across the hills and moors. Route: Warkworth Area: Northumberland Date of walk: 2nd September 2017 Walkers: Andrew and Gilly Distance: 4.4 miles Ascent: 400 feet Weather: Sunny The unspoilt village of Warkworth is dominated by ancient Warkworth Castle, once the seat of the Percy family. Embark from the fishing village of Craster, pass by the mighty ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle and the long sweep of Embleton Sands, before reaching Low Newton by the Sea. Parking: Howick Hall Car Park, Hall Lodge Gates, Alnwick NE66 3LB Duration: 2 hours 4 minutes The route: This Northumberland circular coastal walk starts by winding through the impressive 17 th century Howick Hall estate before following the course of Howick Burn.You'll reach the coastal path, where you'll be surrounded by scenic sea views on your way . Get the very best of Wanderlustby signing up to our newsletters, full of travel inspiration, fun quizzes, exciting competitions and exclusive offers. Northumberland County Walk Bamburgh Castle circular Route Map Go to GPS File Start details County/Area - Northumberland County Author - Lou Johnson Length - 7.5 miles / 12.2 km Ascent - 300 feet / 91 metres Time - 4 hours 0 minutes Grade - easy/mod Maps Walk Route Description Click image to see photo description. Aim to do the walk between April and July, when the island is alive with nesting birds. For a coffee pick-me-up, head to The Hut hidden in the car park behind the dunes. One of the most rural parts of the nation, there are lots of lovely holiday cottages in, I love cycling, and Ive lived in various parts of London during many periods of my life. Because of its distance, its still a hefty challenge, but its flat, easy to follow, and there are loads of nice towns and villages to eat, drink and rest along the way. We have articles on the best castles in Northumberland, the most beautiful places in Northumberland and much more. The lake is beautiful, its surrounded by woodland, and there are always loads of swans and ducks hanging around (and sometimes even roe deer and red squirrels). Low Newton about 90 minutes after you start is a tiny village with an excellent pub, The Ship Inn. After the walk grab a coffee at Pilgrims Coffee House or sample the Lindisfarne Mead a unique alcoholic fortified wine manufactured on the island. Another gentle wander for hikers with kids, or anyone else who cant be bothered for a long walk, Hareshaw Linn is a lovely waterfall near the equally-lovely small town of Bellingham. Turn right to cross the beach before climbing back onto the sandy dunes. This walk follows the Northumberland Coast Path along golden sands from Alnmouth Bay to the stunning medieval ruins of Warkworth Castle. The views up to the castle are magnificent but before long you arrive in the market town. From here the path continues south, past the puffin colony - a great chance to get close to these charming and comical birds. Look out for grey seals. Walks this accessible dont normally have views this good. Some village to village walks you could take on along the coast include: Bamburgh to Budle Craster to Seahouses Craster to Dunstanburgh Castle Cresswell to Amble Low Newton-by-the-Sea to Dunstanburgh Castle Explore our cottages in these coastal Northumberland areas: The Jolly Fisherman in Craster has an excellent terrace overlooking the sea. 04 Nov 2022. While out walking the trail, you will explore the estate grounds that are the historic seat of the Earls Grey, before traversing the coastal landscape for views looking out onto . One of the most obscure entries on this list, the Wannie Line Walk is one of my favorites in Northumberland, and its a great pick if you want something largely-unknown but relatively easy. Its boggy, barren, remote, and there are loads of great routes, but the best one by far is the big long loop from the car park in Harthope Valley. Difficulty Easy | Distance 4 kilometres | Time 1 hour 10 minutes | Start Warkworth Castle Car Park | Directions Clockwise on our Warkworth Walk Map. How to use this map / Click on the top left of the map to display the list of locations, then click on the locations to display further information. However, be aware that the bus only goes once every two hours (and not on Sundays), so either plan ahead or just stay longer in the pub. North East Craster to Low Newton coastal walk Enjoy magnificent views and miles of sandy bay on this circular coastal walk. There are numerous opportunities for excellent photos of the castle and bay, and the island of Lindisfarne shimmers in the distance. A fast train service operates along the east coast with 15 services per day. From here its simply a matter of heading clockwise along the shore. It begins by heading inland over a patchwork of fields, rocky outcrops, and wooded valleys before arriving at Howick Hall. The part-time island is a nature reserve, known for its seals and birdlife. Similar to St. Oswalds Way, St. Cuthberts Way is another pilgrimage route, and it also ends in Lindisfarne. This walk is really pretty, and its a nice way to see Bothal, a cute little village with a handful of houses. I start my visit by doing what I always do: walking the walls. An easy circular walk to Dunstanburgh Castle from Embleton Village via the beach in Embleton Bay and returning on quiet farm roads. If you want facilities, including toilets and cafe, then park in Millers Dale. This fantastic value boutique hotel is tucked into the village of Beadnell and features a modern design with a great bar and breakfast room. Haltwhistle Walking Festival. Warkworth Castle, Northumberland (Shutterstock). A charming church and a fine stone bridge sit amongst the cherry blossoms which are in full bloom in May. Bolam Lake Stroll 9. Ignoring the path leading back to the village, keep walking south. Rome, Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast. The Drake Stone Walk 4. . Hareshaw Linn 10. England Coast Path - Cambois to Blyth Promenade ( Download : PDF ) Walker 6.04 mi +26 ft -33 ft 2h50 Easy Short and Circular Trails : Northumberland Coast - an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Things to do / Cycling / Short and Circular Trails About this photo Cycling from Alnmouth Photo: Gavin Duthie With miles of quiet lanes, bridleways and traffic-free cycle routes and an Ordnance Survey map, it is easy to plan your own route. But from the south, this huge defensive fortress looks much more foreboding and provides one of the most photographic sites in Northumbria. Combine those two vaguely-related facts, and you get a man who has zoomed, Are you looking for the best Christmas markets in north east England? Guide to the Cotswolds Pub Walks - Nigel Vile 2019-04-08 The Country Gentleman - 1898 Walking in Britain - 2001 Paperbound Books in Print - 1992 Trail Walker - 1999 Walking in the Cotswolds - Damian Hall 2016-04-30 A guidebook to 30 circular walks in the Cotswolds, the largest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in England. This is the view from the layby parking. Explore rugged landscapes, stick to short routes with a pub waiting for you at the end, or head out in search of hidden waterfalls and rare wildlife in Northumberland. Or how to make friends in the scary sprawl of a brand-new city. Rising from a rocky bluff, Lindisfarne Castle beckons ramblers across the causeway. Home Europe The United Kingdom England. 51 easy-to-follow circular walks in Northumberland Fifty-one easy-to-follow hand-crafted circular walks, routes & maps in Northumberland of all grades in Walk Grade Order See this list of walks, routes & maps in: Grade Order | Length Order | Time Order | Walk Number or Start Location Order NB. The waterfall is small but pretty, the woods around it are ancient and atmospheric, and the area is home to lots of rare animals, plants and mosses. We have produced a leaflet for each of them which can buy from Northern Heritage or from Tourist Information Centres on the coast. Area: Northumberland Date of walk: 14th March 2020 Walkers: Andrew and Gilly Distance: 4.7 miles Ascent: 300 feet Weather: Mostly cloudy, some bright spells After an absence of several months, it was good to be back in one of our favourite walking areas in the country - Northumberland. If you found this guide useful, buying us a coffee will help fuel our next adventure. Park at Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre (drop in and get up on information about the reserve) and head along the north side of the lake. All rights reserved, Explore the Northumberland Coast on these seven excellent day walks. If youre staying in Morpeth, the walk to Bothal along the River Wansbeck is a nice half-day jaunt you can tackle without having to venture far. Make sure you do the walk at low tide when the causeway is above water, and check the St Marys Lighthouse website for opening times in advance. This walk begins in the seaside town of Seahouses and starts off along a tarmac coastal path which passes through the sand dunes, avoiding the cliffs and rock pools. Upon returning into town, stop in at the Grace Darling Museum and the churchyard in which she rests. In 635 AD Saint Aidan made the journey from Iona and founded a new monastery on the island of Lindisfarne. It offers a good compromise between woods and peaks, so even miserable forest-haters like me enjoy it. To reverse (toggle) this order, TAP Grade Order again, Walk n100 Hadrian's Wall and Vindolanda from Housesteads, The Wall section is surprisingly strenuous, Housteads Visitor Centre - Chapel Hill - Housesteads - Vercovicium Fort - The Hadrian's Wall Path - Housesteads Crags - Cuddy's Crag - The Pennine Way - Hotbank Crags - Hotbank - Crag Lough - Highshield Crags - Steel Rigg - Peel Crags - Peel - Once Brewed - Brackies Burn - Smith's Shield - Causeway House - Vindolanda Roman Fort - Chesterholm - Barcombe - East Crindledykes Farm - Green Brae - Little Shield - Deafley Rigg - Housteads Visitor Centre, Walk n101 The Cheviot from Harthope Burn Valley. Wedder Leap - River Coquest - Rowhope Burn - Hindside Knowe - The Street - Swineside Law - Black Braes - Windy Rigg Top - Windy Gyle - Hazely Law - Usway Burn - Middle Hill - Fairhaugh - Barrow Burn - Barrowburn. If you have access to two cars, park one up at Scots Gap and the other at Rothbury, and walk between the two of them. It measures in at 26 miles (42km) so its the site of an annual marathon. Walk n135 Weetwood Moor, Dod Law and Doddington from Wooler, Wooler - The St Cuthbert's Way - Weetwood Bank - Weetwood Moor - River Till - Weetwood Bridge - Weetwood Hall - Weetwood Hill - Broomy Knowe - Shepherds House - Dod Law - Doddington Moor - Doddington - Milfield Plain - Doddington Bridge - Turvelaws Farm - Wooler, Thrunton Wood - Callaly Crag - Hard Nab - Long Crag - Coe Crags - Coe Burn - Thrunton Wood, Alnmouth - Beach - The St Oswald's Way - River Aln - Lesbury - Foxton Hall - Marden Rocks - Alnmouth Golf Club - Alnmouth, Walk n139 Grey Nag from Gilderdale Bridge, Gilderdale Bridge - Gilderdale Burn - The Pennine Way - Whitley Castle - Black Hill (Whitley Common) - Grey Nag - Black Hill (Whitley Common) - Whitley Castle - The Pennine Way - Gilderdale Burn - Gilderdale Bridge, Walk n140 Cushat Law and Bloodybush Edge from Alwinton, Alwinton - River Alwin - Alwindale - Kidland Forest - Yoke Burn - Cushat Law - Bloodybush Edge - Uswayford Farm - Usway Burn - Nettlehope Hill - Flesh Shank - Wholehope - Clennell Street - Howedon Burn - Alwinton, Hethpool - The St Cuthbert's Way - White Hill (Hethpool) - East Laddie's Knowe - Laddie's Knowe or Betsy's Cairn - Black Bog (Haddon Hill) - Haddon Hill - Ring Chesters - Elsdonburn Farm - Elsdon Burn - The St Cuthbert's Way - Hethpool, Walk n142 Hadrian's Wall from Cawfield Quarry to Steel Rigg, Cawfield Quarry Car Park - Hadrian's Wall - The Pennine Way - The Hadrian's Wall Path - Cawfield Crags - Thorny Doors - Caw Gap - Bogle Hole - Lodhams Slack - Winshields (Winshield Crags) - Green Slack - Steel Rigg - Hound Hill - Melkridge Common - East Cawfields - Cawfields - Cawfield Quarry Car Park, Walk n143 Humbleton Hill and The St Cuthbert's Way from Wooler, Wooler - Gallowlaw Gallowlaw Hill - Humbleton - Humbleton Hill - Brown's Law - Wooler Common and Woodland Park - The St Cuthbert's Way - Kenterdale Hill - Waud House - Wooler, Walk n145 Shill Moor and Breamish Valley from Alnham, Alnham - Salter's Road - Northfieldhead - White Gate - High Knowes - Ewartly Shank - Shank Burn - Little Dod - Shill Moor - Breamish Valley - Meggrim's Knowe - Alnhammoor Farm - Rowhope Burn - Leafield Edge - Deb Cleugh - Northfieldhead - Alnham, Walk n146 Wooler Common and Happy Valley (Low Level Route) from Wooler, Wooler - The St Cuthbert's Way - Waud House - Kenterdale Hill - Wooler Common - Switcher Wood - Earlhillhead Farm - Carey Burn - Careyburn Bridge - Harthope Burn - Colgate Water (Low Level Route) - Skirl Naked - Grimping Haugh - Broom Crook Plantation - Happy Valley - Careyburn Bridge - Colgate Mill - Earle Mill - Wooler Water - Wooler, Walk n151 Killhope Law and Carrshield Moor from Allenheads, Allenheads - Dirt Pots - The Weardale Way - Killhope Law - Shivery Hill - Carshield Moor - Scum Hill - Hartley Moor - Nan Davison's Cleugh - Philipson's Fold - Knockshield Moor - Black Way (Track) - Swinhope Shield - High Knock Shield - Knock Shield - Knockburn Farm - River East Allen - Low Sipton Shield - Sipton Terrace - Teedham Green - Corn Mill - Low Huntwell - Dirt Pots - Allenheads, Level walk along the Northumberland coast, Craster - Dunstanburgh Castle - Dunstan Steads Farm - Dunstan - Craster Tower - Hips Heugh - Howick Hall - Northumberland Coast - Rambling Kern - Cullernose Point - Black Hole - Craster, Walk n156 The Milfield Plain and St Cuthbert's Bridge from Wooler, Level field walk across the Milfield Plain, Wooler - Gallowlaw Gallowlaw Hill - Low Humbleton - Bowchester - The River Glen - Bridge End - Humbleton Burn Milfield Plain - St Cuthbert's Bridge - Turvelaws Farm - Wooler, Walk n157 Swineside Law and Windy Gyle from Wedder Leap, Barrowburn. Puffins on Inner Farne, Northumberland (Shutterstock). Stop for tea (or something stronger) at the Victoria Hotel, or the modest Castle Inn. Yourend point is equally charming: the coastal village of Alnmouth, cradled by river, estuary, and strand and known as the Tobermory of Northumberland. Continue through fields to the main road. St Mary's Lighthouse, Whitley Bay (Shutterstock). Best Coastal Dog Walks in Northumberland You'll Always Remember 1 . Finish your walk at the Wildlife Centre caf, directly on the waters edge. Check the tides before driving across: the road to Holy Island is submerged twice a day. Two of the prettiest (and best) places on Northumberlands coast, I love both Craster and Seahouses. Fine views & a forest walk - a perfect day out, Rothbury - The St Oswald's Way - Whitton - Whittondean Farm - Garleigh Moor - Lordenshaws Car Park - The Beacon - Dove Crag - Old stell Crag - Simonside - Bob Pyle's Studdie - Joe's Wood - Great Tosson - The Old Pumphouse - River Coquet - Anton's Letch - Rothbury, Walk n131 Alwindale and Clennell St from Alwinton, Alwinton - River Alwin - Alwindale - Kidland Forest - Clennell Street - Alwinton, Walk n132 The Cheviot, Comb Fell and Hedgehope Hill from Harthope Burn Valley. From 310 per person. Its also massively diverse about half of the hike is inland, taking in ruins, castles and farms, while the other half is along the coast. To contribute to go4awalk.com or to contact us about anything at all see Talk to Us. Sadly, there is no path over the estuary, making it a long walk around on a rather busy and uninspiring road. Discover beaches, iconic beach huts, a deer park and tree-framed sands. Continue along the newly created path on the west side of the lake. A delightful walk in forest & by lake shore. The scenery is similar, but its even less popular with hikers, making it a great pick if you like remote walks. Admire the stained glass windows and carved wood before braving the birds outside. Difficulty Easy | Distance 0.75 kilometres | Time 30 minutes | Start Inner Farne Islands | Directions Follow the laid-out path on the island. Theres a row of pubs on the Bamburgh high street to stop for a pint. Dunstanburgh Castle, Northumberland (Shutterstock). It has a pretty harbour and nice coastal footpaths to try. From here, head south along the coast, with views to the Farne Islands, Bamburgh Castle, and the Cheviot Hills. You'll find a small, sandy beach within the harbour with shingle beaches on either side. Read more . When you hit the top of Hedgehope, keep going ahead of you and eventually in a loop back to the car park via The Cheviot and a few other smaller peaks. is not part of the official Northumberland Coast walk but is an experience which should not be missed! You might even see some wild adders (but dont let them nibble on your precious little ankles). Or Im sure you get the idea. If you do, maybe you dont know where you might want to live. This is a popular trail for hiking, running, and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. Once home to amedieval King of Northumbria and burial place of lighthouse heroine, Grace Darling, this handsome village with its clifftop castle complex at the end of a golden strand, is a great starting point for a walk. It may only be a short walk, but what a walk it is. The Lakeside Way is a multi-use path, so if you cant be bothered to walk it all, you could cycle it instead. If youre looking for other untouched wanders, Upper Coquetdale will be your favorite region in Northumberland. Lose yourself in the rolling sand dunes, sandy bays and historic landmarks that dot the island. To start, visit the 12th century castle ruins in Warkworth, before heading through town and over the medieval bridge to Warkworth Car Park and beach. It's also a stop on the East Coast Main Line, so it's easy to access by train from London. For help see Help. Being a Digital Nomad: Tips, Tricks and Places. Read "Walking in Northumberland 36 walks throughout the county - coast, Cheviots, Hadrian's Wall and Pennines" by Vivienne Crow available from Rakuten Kobo. Turn right and drop down to Front Street. Remote and rural, its biggest towns include Harbottle and Alwinton, which have a combined population of around 350 people (see, I told you the area was small). What more could you want? 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