People walking the Pennine Way in Northumberland.

Walk the Pennine Way

Northumberland’s stretch of The Pennine Way takes you from the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, alongside Hadrian's Wall, through heathery moors in Northumberland National Park and to the tiny village of Bellingham.

The trend-setter

Founded in 1965, The Pennine Way was the first National Trail in the UK and set the trend for the walking culture we have today. The 268 mile route spans from Derbyshire to the Scottish Borders, crossing some of the most spectacular upland landscapes in England, National Parks and Nature Reserves.

Northumberland’s section begins in the rugged North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, passes Hadrian’s Wall where, for 8 miles, you can walk in the footsteps of Roman soldiers, and through the dramatic landscapes of Northumberland National Park. In the quaint village of Bellingham, you can treat yourself to a cake and a cuppa and there are several walker-friendly B&Bs for you to choose from.

Reap the rewards in the breathtaking panoramic views of Northumberland you discover along the way. It can be quite hilly and remote in places, particularly in the Cheviots, so come prepared with sturdy footwear and warm clothing. At times the route can be quite remote and isolated so make sure you pack your provisions and are suitably prepared - the Pennine Way is a route for experienced walkers.

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Bellingham Caravan & Camping

The Boe Rigg

Centrally located and a perfect base to explore Northumberland and the coast, camping, restaurant and bar.

Guide Price £8.00 Per Night

Haltwhistle Bed & Breakfast

Wydon Farm B&B

A National Trust working farm with bed and breakfast accommodation near Haltwhistle and Hexham, in Hadrians Wall Country, Northumberland.

Guide Price £90.00 Per Night

Bellingham Hotel

Riverdale Hall Hotel

Spacious country hall in large grounds. Indoor swimming pool, sauna, fishing, cricket field and golf course opposite. Award-winning hotel and restaurant.

Guide Price £49.00 Per Night

Bellingham Self Catering

Brown Rigg Lodges

Four self-catering lodges, each sleeping six people. Set in the Northumberland National Park and International Gold Tier Dark Sky Park.

Guide Price £637.00 Per week

Haltwhistle Bed & Breakfast

Kellah Farm B&B

Farmhouse breakfasts using locally sourced produce including our own free-range eggs, comfortable accommodation, a warm welcome will be our recipe for a relaxing stay at Kellah Farm.

Guide Price £39.00 Per Night

Bellingham Bed & Breakfast

Brown Rigg Guest Rooms

6 en-suite Guest Rooms in the Northumberland National Park and International Dark Sky Park. Near Kielder Forest and Observatory.

Guide Price £55.00 Per Night

Haltwhistle Self Catering

Kellah Farm Cottages

Comfortable cottages on working stock farm where children are encouraged to have hands-on experience. Beautiful walks in Pennine countryside.

Guide Price £420.00 Per week

Bellingham Caravan & Camping

Bellingham Camping and Caravanning Club Site

Base yourself at our campsite to discover the true spirit of Northumberland and relax in the warmth of the Northumbrian way. In the English Borders, this is an ideal base for outdoor life in the stunning Northumberland National Park and for exploring either the East or West coast.

Guide Price £14.00 Per Night

Bellingham Glamping

Hesleyside Huts

Welcome to Hesleyside Shepherds Huts, luxury camping within the breath-taking grounds of historic Hesleyside Hall and in the heart of the Northumberland National Park and in the Dark Sky reserve. Nestled in their own oak copse in the private parkland of Hesleyside, our Shepherds huts are cleverly designed and beautifully decorated providing 5 star comfort and luxury alongside unprecedented access to the surrounding natural beauty of the Estate. Prices from £80 night.

Guide Price £80.00 Per Night

Bellingham Bed & Breakfast

Lyndale Guest House

Cosy accommodation in Northumberland National Park. Ground floor rooms, close to Hadrian's Wall & Kielder Forest, perfect for walkers & cyclists.

Guide Price £45.00 Per Night

Long walking routes

Pull on your walking trousers, step into your hiking boots and put your best foot forward in Northumberland. Our long walks range from challenging climbs to leisurely pub-hoppers and from seaside coast paths to winding, country routes.

Short walking routes

If you like your walks short and sweet, look no further. We have rounded up some of Northumberland’s easiest, shortest trails where castles, coast, countryside and nature can be admired en-route.

Bothies

Bothies are small huts which will provide avid hikers with shelter from the elements. A small piece of history, bothies used to provide refuge for farmers and other outdoor workers, and are often found in remote mountainous areas.

Wildlife and nature

Adorable puffins, lazing seals, magical dolphins and rare ospreys are just some of the array of wildlife in Northumberland. Go wild goat spotting in the Cheviots, take wildlife boat trips and tiptoe through forests to find deer peeking from the trees.

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