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Boxing Day Walk: The Drake Stone & Harbottle Castle
Boxing Day Walk: The Drake Stone & Harbottle Castle
Harbottle Forestry Commission Car Park, Harbottle, Northumberland, NE65 7BQ
Saturday 26 December 2026 | 11am | Harbottle Forestry Commission car park, NE65 7BQ
Walk off the Christmas excess with a guided Boxing Day walk in Northumberland National Park, exploring the stories and myths of the Drake Stone and Harbottle Castle.
The 5-mile route starts at the forestry car park and climbs to the Drake Stone, then loops around Harbottle Lake before returning through Harbottle village, with views of the castle. Along the way you'll hear the voices of people who have lived and worked in this landscape.
Good to know
- Distance: 5 miles, about 3.5 hours
- Grade: moderate, with 822ft of ascent through woodland and along quiet roads
- Bring: clothing for the weather, suitable footwear, a packed lunch, snacks and a drink
- Under-16s go free with a paying adult
- Dogs are not permitted on this walk
- Booking is essential. Parking charges may apply.
Meeting point: Harbottle Forestry Commission car park, NE65 7BQ (grid ref NT 926 049, what3words ///zaps.stammer.forms).
T: 01434 605555
W: northumberlandnationalpark.org.uk
E: [email protected]
| Type | Entry For | Guide Price |
|---|---|---|
|
Single (Individual Adult) |
1 |
£10.00 per ticket |
|
Child (Under 16's free with paying adult) |
1 |
£0.00 per ticket |
Booking essential. Under-16s free with a paying adult. Book via Northumberland National Park.
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