St Oswald's Way walking route

Walk St Oswald's Way
Experience the serenity of Holy Island's beaches, be wowed by Warkworth’s castle and hermitage, and discover Northumberland's Roman heritage at Hadrian's Wall. There is something for everyone on the St Oswald's Way walk.

Explore outstanding landscapes

This magnificent route links places associated with its namesake - St Oswald - the King of Northumbria in the early 7th Century. He played a major part in bringing Christianity and peace to his people.



The route follows the stunning Northumberland coast and countryside from Holy Island to Heavenfield and Hadrian’s Wall. You will find castles, coastline, islands, scenic river valleys, hills, attractive villages, forest and farmland - what’s not to love?
 
The walk is a distance of 97 miles (156 km), but not to worry, if you would like to see some of these fantastic sites and are unable to walk this far, a number of shorter walks have been created for you. Go to the official St Oswald's Way website to explore all of the walks.
 
St. Oswald’s Way is divided into six sections from north to south:
 
1. Holy Island to Bamburgh (19 miles / 31 km)
2. Bamburgh to Craster (14 miles / 22 km)
3. Craster to Warkworth (13.5 miles / 21.5 km)
4. Warkworth to Rothbury (18 miles / 29 km)
5. Rothbury to Kirkwhelpington (15 miles / 24 km)
6. Kirkwhelpington to Heavenfield (17.5 miles / 28.5 km)
 
You can, of course, walk the route in different sections or in the opposite direction.
 
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Stay near St Oswald's Way

Stretching from Holy Island to Heavenfield, you can have your pick of countryside retreats or coastal getaways when basing yourself along this route. Pick a new place every night and hike between holiday homes, or stay in one spot and use it as your base to explore.
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Bamburgh Self Catering

Blue Poppy House
A great property for get togethers, dogs and children are also, welcome with plenty of space for all to enjoy.
Craster Self Catering

Dunstan Hall
A Grade II* listed Country Hall, sleeping 18, it’s the perfect large house for family celebrations or community groups.
£2,506.00 Per week
Craster Self Catering

Stable Cottage
Converted Georgian stables with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, vaulted reception room and direct rural views.
£448.00 Per week
Craster Self Catering

Hemmel House
New this season - Three en suite bedrooms plus rural views towards the sea and Dunstanburgh Castle on the horizon.
£833.00 Per week
Bamburgh Self Catering

Budle Bay Croft
The Budle Bay Croft Experience – fun to be had by all - inside or out. Our child, couples and pet friendly holidays are centered around you! Luxurious serenity with bags to do on an utterly magical coastal small holding.
£840.00 Per week
Bamburgh Caravan & Camping

Glororum Caravan Park
The closest touring and caravan holiday park to magnificent Bamburgh, Glororum is a hidden gem. Just a few minutes drive from Bamburgh village with its shops, cafes and restaurants and miles of empty beaches, this beautifully maintained park has everything you need to enjoy your touring holiday or to have your very own caravan holiday home in sought after Bamburgh.
£25.00 Per Night
Holy Island Inn

The Lindisfarne Inn
The nearest mainland inn to Holy Island, The Lindisfarne Inn is open all day for food, drinks, and cosy accommodation.
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Bamburgh Self Catering

Neville Tower
We are thrilled to announce the launch of Neville Tower, part of Northumberland’s iconic Bamburgh Castle and one of the most unique holiday homes to be launched on the Northumberland Coast for many years. The Tower, which has spacious accommodation over three floors, has been fully renovated to a high standard throughout and sits within the walls of Bamburgh Castle, moments from Bamburgh's stunning beach. The highlight is the impressive top floor living area with incredible far-reaching views to the north and south over Bamburgh beach, the Farne Islands and Holy Island.
£1,372.00 Per week
Rothbury Holiday Home Ownership

Coquetdale Holiday Park
Malcolm, Kathy and Matthew Muckle welcome you to their family run holiday park near the tranquil and beautiful Rothbury.
Craster Self Catering

Proctors Stead Cottages
Relax in front of a cosy log stove after a day out walking along the beautiful beaches, visiting one of the numerous castles or having done a spot of birdwatching.
£497.00 Per week
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