Hill Forts walk in the Breamish Valley The moors of Northumberland are peppered with the remains of hillforts from the Ancient Britons. The 5 that link this splendid walk in the Breamish Valley near Ingram and be seen to varying degrees, adding interest to an already pleasant walk. The Walk The Breamish Valley is an archaeological dream. Climb steeply from the car 3 Rating: Moderate walk 5mi Distance: 5 miles / 8 km 300m Elevation: 300m / 984ft
Gibbets, Forestry and Big Dan Burn From the pretty village of Elsdon is a walk typifying the Northumbrian countryside. The forestry is dominant but allowing room for packs of history and rolling countryside. You won’t see many others on the walk unless it is Dan Burn himself! The Walk Elsdon, near Otterburn lies between large areas of forestry, army restricted land 4 Rating: Moderate and over 10 miles 10mi Distance: 10 miles / 16 km 240m Elevation: 240m / 787ft
From Lindisfarne to Berwick The coastline from Lindisfarne to Berwick is the quietest section of the Northumbrian Coast. It is an area of Nature Reserves, quiet beaches and one of the best golf courses in England. On this walk I took the bus from Berwick to Beal and walking back north along the coast. The Walk The section from 4 Rating: Moderate and over 10 miles 10mi Distance: 10 miles / 16 km 130m Elevation: 130m / 426ft
Hen Hole Waterfalls & the Schill Hen Hole Waterfalls (or the 3 Sisters as it is sometimes known) are a spectacular cascade of falls under the slopes of Cheviot. Combine a climb of Hen Hole valley with a straightforward walk along the Pennine Way to the fine summit of The Schill. Hen Hole Waterfalls are tucked on the English side of 3 Rating: Moderate walk 7mi Distance: 7 miles / 11.2 km 650m Elevation: 650m / 2132ft
Rubers Law near Hawick Rubers Law rises impressively in the Border Region near Hawick. The double peaked summit area was the situation for an Iron Age Fort and the wide ranging views explain why. The descent can and should be varied by heading through Gilboa Forest. The Walk Start the walk in the village of Denholm, 4 miles from 3 Rating: Moderate walk 6.5mi Distance: 6.5 miles / 10.4 km 370m Elevation: 370m / 1213ft
The Sill, Sycamore Gap and Housesteads Many will take the short walk from the Sill to Sycamore Gap. However more rewarding is to extend the walk to Housesteads and return via the peaceful tracks to the north. As well as offering a different perspective to the Wall (from the north) it is a fine way to enjoy a circular hike. The 3 Rating: Moderate walk 7.5mi Distance: 7.5 miles / 12 km 340m Elevation: 340m / 1115ft
The Coastline at St Abbs The coastline at St Abbs is very special. The walk to St Abbs Head undulates high above a rocky coastline and a mecca for seabirds and crashing waves. A short coastal path to the south leads to the fine bay at Coldingham. Between the two lies the fishing village of St Abbs. The Walk The 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 5.5mi Distance: 5.5 miles / 8.8 km 300m Elevation: 300m / 984ft
Windy Gyle Windy Gyle straddles the English/Scottish border. It is part of a long undulating ridge which culminates at Cheviot. However it is a fine mountain in its own right, approached on this occasion from the Upper Coquet valley to the south. The Walk I have been advised that the climb of Windy Gyle is the best 4 Rating: Moderate and over 10 miles 10mi Distance: 10 miles / 16 km 570m Elevation: 570m / 1870ft
Ford & Etal Historical Walk Sandwiched between Wooler and the Scottish border is the Ford and Etail estate. Linking them makes for a pleasant, mixed terrain walk full of historical interest. Any walk bookended by two castles has to be interesting! The Walk I prefer to start the Ford & Etal historical walk at the northerly castle at Etal. Then 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 5.5mi Distance: 5.5 miles / 8.8 km 105m Elevation: 105m / 344ft
Thrunton Wood and Long Crag Thrunton Wood and Long Crag make a very enjoyable walk from the east (just off the A697). The myriad of forestry tracks are straightforward to follow and the views from Croe Crags and ultimately Long Crag are very impressive. The Walk This is a walk through the forest, much of it desolate. At the start 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 5mi Distance: 5 miles / 8 km 180m Elevation: 180m / 590ft
Bamburgh to Budle Bay walk Bamburgh can be very busy, Budle Bay is not. Budle Bay lies barely a mile and a half to the north of Bamburgh and is a wonderful stretch of sand with views over Ross Sands to Holy Island. Approach the bay with a walk close to the sea and return via the elevated golf course 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 5mi Distance: 5 miles / 8 km 70m Elevation: 70m / 229ft
From Beadnell to Bamburgh The 7 mile walk from Beadnell to Bamburgh covers the best of the Northumberland Coast. Beadnell Bay and the beach approaching Bamburgh from Islestone rocks are beautiful stretches of golden sands backed by grassy dunes. The contrasting villages of Beadnell, Seahouses and Bamburgh add much to the walk. The Walk Start the walk by driving 3 Rating: Moderate walk 7.5mi Distance: 7.5 miles / 12 km 70m Elevation: 70m / 229ft
