Walk Northumberland
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- Stunning countryside, unspoilt beaches and hidden gardens
- Dramatic Castles and Roman sites on Hadrian's Wall hike
- Walk the Pilgrim's Path to Lindisfarne on Holy Island
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Arrive in the small town of Alnwick, located on the south bank of the River Aln. Alnwick Castle and Gardens was home to one of the most powerful, medieval, northern baronial families - the Earls of Northumberland - and we highly recommend a visit today or the day you ...
We drive after breakfast to the mainland overlooking Holy Island. The island is cut off by the tide twice a day and there is a causeway that allows vehicle access. We plan to follow the Pilgrim's Path and walk to Holy Island (sometimes best to remove shoes and socks f...
This morning we drive the short distance to Howick and the start point of our circular walk exploring the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The route takes us up the rocky coastline to Craster, watching out for the Kittiwakes and Fulmers that ne...
We drive (1.5hrs) inland today to Hadrian's Wall at The Sill Visitor Centre. This is one of the best-preserved sections of the wall, with Milecastles and Turrets, and part of our circular route walks alongside it with breathtaking views. Along the way we will pass the...
This morning's walk in Northumberland National Park explores the Simonside Hills. We drive to the trailhead near Rothbury. The walk itself is short but there are some very steep gradients and we reach the summit on Simonside. The 360-degree views are magnificent and o...
The trip ends after breakfast at our hotel. You may choose to explore more of the local area under your own steam. Beyond Alnwick House and Gardens you can take a walk around Hulne Park, a former hunting park for the Duke of Northumberland, to Brizlee Tower and the ruins of Hulne Abbey.
Meals Provided : Breakfast
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Explore! Reviews & Ratings
Trusted Customer
Sep 2024
Walk Northumberland
More time at some of the destinations....it seemed too rushed. Lindisfarne....full day Bamburg....Beach and dune walk in the morning and then the afternoon at the ca...
Kim Greene
Jun 2024
Walk Northumberland
This was my first time with explore and I was very impressed. Our group was small and included diverse personalities. We all got on really well and Lauren was a gr...
Gail C.
Jun 2024
Walk Northumberland
Weather exceeded expectations and while small, the group was perfect. Lauren went over and above!
Trusted Customer
May 2024
Walk Northumberland
Varied itinerary, average hotel. Well organised but expensive for what it was.
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