The Northumberland Coast Path

Walk from castle to castle
Landmarks steeped in ancient history, beautiful beaches, and a variety of wildlife to see, the Northumberland Coast Path has something for everyone. With approximately 100km of coastline to explore - you definitely won’t be short of things to do.

Walk the Northumberland Coast Path

Our beautiful coastline is best known for its wide, sweeping beaches, high sand dunes, a great variety of wildlife, and an overall striking landscape. The Northumberland Coast Path is steeped in over 7000 years of human history, leaving incredible landmarks for you to discover on your walk.

The Northumberland coast path offers some of the finest coastal walking in Europe, stretching 100 kilometres (62 Miles) from Cresswell in the south to Berwick-upon-Tweed in the north. Alongside sandy beaches, over rocky headlands, past dramatic castles and through attractive coastal villages, the Northumberland Coast Path offers a constantly changing landscape which is a pleasure to explore.

The route follows the coast in most places with an inland detour between Belford and Holy Island. Most of the paths are public rights of way (footpaths and bridleways) but in some places beaches, minor roads, tracks and permissive paths are used. The route is generally level with very few steep climbs. Most stiles along the route have been replaced with gates and the walking surfaces are generally good, although some sections of the path can become muddy in winter or after heavy rainfall.

The route is 100km or 62 miles. Some walkers will be able to complete the route in three days or even less whilst some will take seven or more days, depending on their pace and whether they stop to visit attractions along the way.

The route is broken into six stages of between six and thirteen miles, with the end of each stage being somewhere you can find accommodation to suit you.
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Stay along the Coast Path

Situate yourself along our staggering coastal AONB and wake up to the Northumberland Coast Path on your doorstep. Book a new B&B, hotel or cottage every night until you've covered the length of this fantastic walking route, or pick one base and explore sections of our coastline in your own time.
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Craster Self Catering

The Porthole
A traditional fisherman's cottage situated in the pretty seaside Craster village, a very short walk from the picturesque harbour.
Guide Price £1,302.00 Per week
Craster Self Catering

St Bede
St Bede is a romantic, rural retreat for couples wanting to get away from it all.
Guide Price £567.00 Per week
Craster Self Catering

St Cuthbert
Small but perfectly formed, this stylish barn conversion is the perfect couples retreat set in the peaceful, glorious Northumberland countryside.
Guide Price £448.00 Per week
Craster Self Catering

The Old Mill, Craster
The converted old mill cottage, in an acre of private grounds, is ideal for friends gatherings and multi-generational holidays.
Guide Price £2,702.00 Per week
Bamburgh Self Catering

Budle Bay Croft
Budle Bay Croft - “Luxurious serenity with bags to do on an utterly magical“ coastal small holding.
Guide Price £840.00 Per week
Cresswell Caravan & Camping

Cresswell Towers Holiday Park
You can't help but relax at Cresswell Towers Holiday Park with miles of golden sands and coastal walks long Druridge Bay.
Amble Hostel

Radcliffes Lodge
48 Bed Waterfront Boutique Hostel with large communal lounge, dining and kitchen area. Secure bike store and laundry
Guide Price £85.00 Per Night
Berwick-upon-Tweed Bed & Breakfast

The Captain`s Quarters
Nestled in the heart of historic Berwick-upon-Tweed, Captain's Quarters is an exquisite boutique retreat offering gourmet dining and luxurious rooms.
Guide Price £220.00 Per Night
Cresswell Self Catering

Bank Top Cottage
A one of a kind, stunning cottage boasting a panoramic sea view balcony that overlooks Druridge bay, Northumberland. Sleeps 2.
Guide Price £847.00 Per week
Berwick-upon-Tweed Bed & Breakfast

The Old Parsonage Country House
If you are looking for beautiful Country House Bed & Breakfast accommodation in peaceful rural surroundings then The Old Parsonage may just fit the bill.
Guide Price £125.00 Per Night
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