Long distance walks in Northumberland

Remarkable 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.

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From spectacular coastlines, to fairytale villages, vast forests and islands, Northumberland has so many hidden gems to explore on foot. Why not follow a tea merchant’s footsteps, discover the castles that line our coast, hike Hadrian’s Wall or uncover the ancient secrets of St Cuthbert on your next walking route.

Northumberland Coast Path

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.

St Cuthbert's Way

Northumberland's stretch of St Cuthbert's Way covers remote, rugged countryside, picturesque, picnic-worthy riverbanks and striking, sweeping coast. Ending at Holy Island, it wraps up where St. Cuthbert began his religious life in 650AD.

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.

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.

Walking Hadrian's Wall

Follow in the footsteps of Romans with our walking routes, and see the best parts of Hadrian’s Wall. Visit Birdoswald Roman Fort, the top of Steel Rigg and Housesteads Roman Fort for picture perfect countryside views.

Isaac's Tea Trail

Walk in the footsteps of the legendary tea seller Isaac Holden and discover hidden valleys and cross wild moors with stunning views across Northumberland and Cumbria.

Historical hikes and unbeatable views

Pick a National Park walking route and take in astounding views and almost incomprehensible historic sites. Hike along Hadrian's Wall, our very own rolling stones that represent thousands of years of history, including short walks from one Roman fort to the next, as well as longer walking routes including the 210 mile Ravenber Way Coast to Coast walk. From Alnwick to Bamburgh, to Holy Island, Seahouses and Rothbury, Northumberland offers some of the most beautiful and dramatic scenery for you to enjoy.

Walking Hadrian's Wall

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National Park walking routes

From the Scottish Borders in the North to Hadrian’s Wall in the South, our National Park offers breathtaking views and landmarks steeped in history. Our walking routes will allow you to take advantage of everything Northumberland has to offer.

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02 December 2024

Winter walks in Northumberland

Discover some of the best winter walks in Northumberland, perfect for Christmas walks, Boxing Day ambles and New Year's Day strolls. Admire our frost-glazed, wintry landscapes no matter what the occasion, as we have included short walks, great family trails and long routes in Northumberland.

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19 January 2018

Tread the path of legendary tea seller Isaac Holden

Whatever your favourite type of landscape, you’ll find it in Northumberland. And as you seek it out and enjoy its wonders, you’re unlikely to be among hordes of other people doing the same. The county is a walkers’ wonderland with a special treat in its south west corner: Isaac’s Tea Trail.

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