Apparently the stone has some sort of healing properties or something, but thats probably not true is it. St Mary's Lighthouse, Whitley Bay (Shutterstock). Craster and Howick - 7km/4 mile trail from Craster to Howick Hall, retunring by the Bathing House and Cullernose Point But if you have lots of time, consider a long-distance jaunt theyre the best way to get a proper feel for all of Northumberlands beauty and nuance. A carefully cut path meanders around nesting birds allowing you can get up close to razorbills, puffins, shags, guillemots, and a whole host more. Car parks are spread throughout Northumberland in convenient locations for many of these walks. From here, it follows the Northumberland Coastal Path over the cliff tops around Budle Bay, before tracking back across a golf course and along the road into Bamburgh village. Aim to do the walk between April and July, when the island is alive with nesting birds. Walk n122 The South Tyne from Haltwhistle, Haltwhistle - Wydon Farm - Wydon Eals Farm - River South Tyne - Featherstone Castle - Lambley Viaduct Nature Trail - Thorneyhole Wood - Featherstone Rowfoot - Park Village - Broomhouse Farm - Haltwhistle, Walk n123 Blawearie and Tick Law from Old Bewick, Old Bewick - Hanging Crag - Blawearie - Tick Law - Harehop Kennels - Hill End - Old Bewick, Walk n126 Wooler Common and Carey Burn from Careyburn Bridge, Careyburn Bridge - Carey Burn - Switcher Wood - Earlhillhead Farm - Wooler Common - Carey Burn - Careyburn Bridge, Bamburgh - Bamburgh Castle - The Wynding - Harkess Rocks - Bamburgh Lighthouse - Blackrocks Point - Hare Law - Kittling Hill - Budle Point - Heather Cottages - Kiln Point - Budle - East Hill - Warren Camping and Caravan Park - Drawkiln Hill - Shada Plantation - Gallinheugh Bank - Bamburgh, Walk n128 Windy Gyle from Wedder Leap, Barrowburn. Of course you don't have to walk the whole route; there are some good day-walks from Bamburgh if you use the bus to get back: Bamburgh to Belford via Budle Point and Spindlestone Mill - 7 miles. Dunstanburgh Castle, Northumberland (Shutterstock). When youve finished your walk, Bellingham is a nice little place for a wander and some food and all that. Take the northbound path back to the jetty. 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). Later in this guide Ive unpacked the whole Hadrians Wall walk, but if youre just looking for a short jaunt along the best bit of Hadrians Wall, this is it. Copyright | Terms & Conditions | Privacy Statement, Find New Walking Friends & Walking Groups, Questions & Answers about Walking & Hiking. But theres more to see further on. Difficulty Easy | Distance 4 kilometres | Time 1 hour 10 minutes | Start Warkworth Castle Car Park | Directions Clockwise on our Warkworth Walk Map. If youre just looking for day hikes, pick a stroll from this section. Want to know anything else about traveling in Northumberland? Northumberland. 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. Look out for the bird hides surrounding the lake, where you may spot grey herons, tree sparrows, and shelducks. Thanks for your support Paul & Mark. Northumberland. Harthope Burn Valley - Hawsen Burn Parking Area - New Burn - Scald Hill - The Cheviot - Scald Hill - New Burn - Hawsen Burn Parking Area. Its simply one of the best things to do in Northumberland which is at its peak during the bird nesting season from April to July. Turn right and join the pathway that runs parallel to the A1068, bearing east with the path as it veers away from the trunk road. Cookies must be enabled for you to Log On successfully. Keep goingalong the grass above the beach, with its upturned boats (storage huts), to Lindisfarne Priory, the ruins of an expansive medieval monastery, and round to Holy Island village. 28-74 miles. Northside Surf School offer beach surf lessons on several beaches along the Northumberland Coast including Embleton Bay. Turn inland after Budle Point and follow the path, keeping left to the B1342. 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. Mark Reid's The Inn Way to Northumberland is published by InnWay Publications, 8:95. Recharge your batteries at the cafe, then climb the 137 steps for superb views of the north east coast. than you think. While the walk starts in forested areas, it ascends over into hilly regions, offering views of the forests and farms that surround the peaks. If you head into Howick Hall (the ancestral home of Lord Grey) take an extra hour to explore the gardens and try a cup of Earl Grey tea. Feel the ghostly presence of the Vikings, Anglo-Saxons and monks, who claimed the island across the centuries. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); We are Paul & Mark, two curious & adventurous travellers who provide practical information to help you make the most of your travels. Low Newton about 90 minutes after you start is a tiny village with an excellent pub, The Ship Inn. It may only be a short walk, but what a walk it is. To close this message click anywhere outside this window. Begun in AD 122, it took six years to complete a barrier 73 miles long, across the land from the Solway Firth to Wallsend on the River Tyne. Rail travel was smooth and easy and we had some wonderful meals. Quench your thirst in The Village Tearooms or The Schooner on Northumberland Street, explore the beach and estuary, then hop on a bus back to Warkworth. From 310 per person. I was born and raised in the lovely little region. You then return to Morpeth along the other side of the river. Difficulty Easy | Distance 0.75 kilometres | Time 30 minutes | Start Inner Farne Islands | Directions Follow the laid-out path on the island. If youre walking with kids or you just want a gentle jaunt, a short stroll around Bolam Lake is great. Now this isnt really an official walk, but if you take an OS Map and do some riffing, youll be able to find your way. takes you to Housesteads Roman Fort, then along the UNESCO World Heritage Site Hadrian's Wall and to the National Trust-protected Sycamore Gap. The first half is set in the Holy Island Nature Reserve where undulating dunes drop down to golden beaches. Sadly, you cannot swim in the sea here as the River Aln has way too much sewage in it. The Simonside Ridge Walk 7. After the hall, its a glorious walk back along the Northumberland Coastal Path. This wonderful county is filled with protected landscapes and vibrant habitats with trails winding through forests, valleys and past historic castles. When youre finished, make sure you spend some time in lovely lovely Rothbury. Detour to the Lighthouse Cliff Viewpoint, where the seacliffs are at their highest and admire the views to Dunstanburgh Castle on the mainland. So in this book, Ive gathered my 6 years of digital-nomadding experience and Ive used it to answer all your questions, soothe all your fears, and get you on your way. At every turn, there is a view to take in, a place to rest and watch the world go by, and something to learn about Earth's long history. Find Out More. Built in 1550, its set on a tiny rock rising above sheep-strewn fields. Sample walk: Bamburgh's coast and castle Distance: 8.5 miles (13.7km) Minimum Time: 3hrs Ascent: 450 feet (137m) Gradient: 1 Difficulty: 2 Paths: Field paths, dunes and beach, 11 stiles Landscape: Coastal pasture and dunes Suggested Map: OS Explorer 340 Holy Island & Bamburgh }. 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. Read my complete guide to the Northumberland Coast Path here. Walk along the west side of the Ladybower Reservoir. Sadly, there is no path over the estuary, making it a long walk around on a rather busy and uninspiring road. Map: OS Explorer map 332; start: Whin Hill, Craster, grid reference: NU258198; 6 miles; difficulty: easy walk on flat paths that are mostly well marked; Howick Hall tea room, and . We have marked our recommended route on the map below, but as long as you stick near the coast, it doesnt matter if youre on the beach or up in the dunes. In Millers Dale, there is a car park which serves as a start point for a lot of walks in the area, including the Chee Dale Stepping Stones. ORDER WITHIN 00H 00M 00S FOR SAME-DAY DISPATCH. Parking costs can add up along the coast, however, most parking areas use Pay By Phone so you dont need to have a load of coins with you. 5 mins 1. It would be lovely if you could join this walk-up with the Alnmouth Circular nearby. The ancient market town of Wooler, gateway to the Cheviots is a short walk away. You'll find a small, sandy beach within the harbour with shingle beaches on either side. The round-trip walk is only 3 miles (4.8km), and its the same way in and out, following a simple, straightforward footpath. Theres also a small admission charge for the visitor centre and museum. Buy 50 Walks in Durham & Northumberland from the AA Amazon Shop. From the north it looks little more than a few remnants of wall reaching for the sky. Seasonal highlights Tackling the entirety of the Hadrians Wall walk is a brilliant challenge, but if you just want a little snippet of its best stretch, the Sycamore Gap walk is great (and surprisingly accessible). The Northumberland coast offers some of the finest coastal walking in Europe. So not all of this walk is in Northumberland, but the parts which arent are pretty close, so lets all just pretend. Get the very best of Wanderlustby signing up to our newsletters, full of travel inspiration, fun quizzes, exciting competitions and exclusive offers. Admire the stained glass windows and carved wood before braving the birds outside. Kielder is the home of the biggest reservoir in the UK (depending on how you measure it, but lets not get into all that stuff), and though the Lakeside Way route goes around the perimeter of just one reservoir, its a surprisingly diverse route, offering farmland, forests, art, various animals, high viewpoints, low viewpoints and loads more. If you only have time to do a couple of walks, Id recommend doing one coastal walk and one inland walk so go for Craster to Seahouses, then either the Sycamore Gap walk or the Cheviot and Hedgehope loop. Northumberland Coastal Path. Best Coastal Dog Walks in Northumberland You'll Always Remember 1 . Start from the coastal village of Craster, with its sheltered harbour and fishing cottages. Rothbury 4. Not so much a tip as it is a necessity. Paul is a handsome and hilarious travel writer and travel journalist from the UK. Take an easy, circular walk between the two charming villages of Ford and Etal. Bring a picnic, settle down on the cliff edge and watch the stubby-winged puffins fly in with beaks full of fish. Start at the Holy Island Chare Ends Car Park and head across the island to the northern coast. 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. During the walk, youll pass Simonside (which Ive already mentioned), Fontburn Reservoir, dense woods, winding paths, tiny villages and excellent views of distant peaks. Head to the stunning, sandy beach for family strolls, share a picnic in the sand dunes or have a go at a new water sport, before popping into Low Newton by the Sea for a drink (5 miles). If you need to hire a car for the journey, we recommend Auto Europe. From here its simply a matter of heading clockwise along the shore. They are all conveniently located on a 45-minute stretch of the A1 between Lindisfarne in the north and Warkworth Castle in the south. Orchard Country Apartments: Perfect place to stay - See 24 traveller reviews, 41 candid photos, and great deals for Orchard Country Apartments at Tripadvisor. Or how to live there. A signed path at the end of the car park heads back north to Old Hartley. It offers a good compromise between woods and peaks, so even miserable forest-haters like me enjoy it. and never miss out again. x.type = 'password'; The Howick Hall to Craster Circular Walk is an amazing outdoor experience in Northumberland that will showcase an historic estate and provide wonderful seaside views. Best walks in Northumberland National Park The darks skies, open moorland, wild woodland and splashing waterfalls of Northumberland National Park hug the border between England and Scotland - explore the park on foot with our favourite walks By Daniel Graham Published: January 25th, 2023 at 9:20 am And of course like almost all of our hikes they involve pitstops in grand old pubs or cool cafes. Drop down to walk the beach if the tide is out and enjoy superb views of this long, dune-backed strand with its off-shore islets. Difficulty Easy to Medium | Distance 13 kilometres return | Time 3 hours 30 minutes | Start Craster Quarry End Car Park | Direction Craster to Dunstanburgh return map. Please note, this 5km walk is only possible for wheelchair users who use an all terrain wheelchair that is suitable for the beach. The path curves around Embleton Bay. Turn right and drop down to Front Street. Lose yourself in the rolling sand dunes, sandy bays and historic landmarks that dot the island. They are much more about savouring the experience of the Northumbrian coast, than physical endurance. It takes you through College Valley, other remote parts of the Cheviots, and some of the least-explored parts of Northumberland. Soaring above the windswept dunes and crashing waves, this imposing edifice has stood the test of time for almost 1,000 years. Bolam Lake Stroll 9. Follow St Oswalds Way coastal path north, then west to skirt the wetlands south of the Aln estuary. Stretching from Cresswell in the South to Berwick-upon-Tweed in the north, the Northumberland Coastal Path passes through an assortment of classic coastal scenery. Drop down to the rocky shore and explore the rock pools before continuing on your walk. Elsdon Burn The Elsdon Burn trail is a beautiful river walk that is popular with families. Come in spring and summer when the reserve is blooming with wildflowers: vipers bugloss, cranesbill, and marsh orchid. About TravelnessContact usBrand AssetsRecent Posts, HotelsFlightsTours & ActivitiesTours in EuropeDigital SecurityDepositphotos, Newcastles trendy Ouseburn neighborhood is well-known for lots of things. Along the hike, you can still see milecastles, fragments of wall and ancient Roman forts. Here is our pick of the best short walks along the Northumberland Coast. 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. Day Walks in Northumberland features 20 routes between 7.6 and 14.5 miles (12.2km and 23.3km) in length, spread across the coast and the countryside of Northumberland and suitable for hillwalkers of all abilities. Its a fine spot for cream tea. If you want a good feel for all of Northumberlands diversity, this is the best long-distance walk on our list. Or how to find an apartment. Lots of this walk takes place along now-unused railway lines that once carried coal, lime, stone and passengers. We have included detailed maps for each hike, recommendations for what to see and do, plus where to stay. Following us on social media, using our resource page or buying us a coffee, helps keep Anywhere We Roam on the road. To contribute to go4awalk.com or to contact us about anything at all see Talk to Us. Beginning at the National Trust Coastal Centre on the craggy heights of Ravenscar, this 11-mile circular walk traverses some of the finest coast and countryside of the North York Moors National Park. Its worth dropping into the RNLI Grace Darling Museum to find out about the lighthouse keepers daughter who braved high seas to rescue ship-wrecked passengers. But the walk between the two of them is even better it takes you past Dunstanburgh Castle (one of the biggest castles in Northumberland), along excellent secluded beaches and through some tiny towns and villages. Traveling in Northumberland, but what a walk it is a short walk away it may only be a stroll. Stroll from circular walks northumberland coast section surrounding the lake, where you may spot grey herons, sparrows. Island Chare Ends car Park and head across the centuries Farne Islands | Directions follow the path, keeping to... 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