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Peel Crags & Winshield Crags from Vindolanda
Visorando Member
7.97 mi
+771 ft
-764 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Bardon Mill (Northumberland)
This Northumbria walk explores one of the more dramatic sections of Hadrian's Wall and also includes Vindolanda Roman Fort. This walk can also be undetaken using the Hadrian's Wall bus service AD122 which runs from April through to September.
Allen Banks and Staward Peel
5.79 mi
+512 ft
-522 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Bardon Mill (Northumberland)
Great dog friendly circular walk following the river Allen and passing by the remains of Staward Peel. Gorgeous views of the surrounding valley from the path around Staward Peel.
Cragend and Crow Crags from Housesteads
8.56 mi
+650 ft
-633 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Bardon Mill (Northumberland)
This Northumberland walk includes Hadrian's Wall and the Pennine Way. The route crosses some rough ground which can be rather boggy after heavy rain.
Housesteads Roman Fort and
4.92 mi
+410 ft
-427 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Bardon Mill (Northumberland)
An easy circular walk with the option to explore the Roman fort at Housesteads. The walk takes in some of the best preserved sections of the wall with great views over the dramatic landscape.
Hadrian Wall and the Sycamore Gap
3.21 mi
+240 ft
-243 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Henshaw (Northumberland)
Lovely walk along the Hadrian's wall to see the famous sycamore gap and its tree. Dog-friendly walk.
Hadrian's Wall from Steel Rigg
6.95 mi
+574 ft
-577 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Henshaw (Northumberland)
This walk covers a section of Hadrian's Wall. Starting from Steel Rigg, Northumbria National Park, the route includes a visit to Housesteads Fort and the dramatic scenery of Hotbank Crags and Crag Lough. The route along the wall has many ups and downs but does provide you with a chance to walk in the footsteps of the Roman Legions.
Haltwhistle
4.27 mi
+259 ft
-289 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Haltwhistle (Northumberland)
Circular walk near the river and railway. It goes close to two farms where plenty of farm animals are on view. Towards the end of the walk, you will see the remains of Bellister Castle on your right. It's a National Trust site.
South Tyne Trail - Haltwhistle to Lambley Viaduct
9.47 mi
+410 ft
-417 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Featherstone (Northumberland)
Dog friendly circular walk from Haltwhistle to Lambley Viaduct via the South Tyne Trail.
Acomb, where South and North Tyne meet
3.45 mi
+177 ft
-177 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Acomb (Northumberland)
Nice easy walk containing disused railway tracks. It is ok for kids and doggies. Partly follows old rail tracks.
Along the River Tyne from Hexham Tyne Green Country Park
4.23 mi
+226 ft
-69 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Hexham (Northumberland)
A beautiful, family and dog friendly walk along the River Tyne from Hexham with an optional stop at the Boatside Inn pub before walking back to the Tyne Green Country Park. Easy paths with plenty of shade for summer days.
Hexham to Dukesfield Mill - Way of Light
4.73 mi
+715 ft
-440 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Hexham (Northumberland)
The 2nd section of the walk leaves busy Hexham and follows the Devil's Water across open countryside to Dukesfield Arches.
Dipton Burn
Association / Club / Walk leader1.95 mi
+187 ft
-187 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Hexhamshire (Northumberland)
Pleasant wooded walking in our local valley.
Letah Wood
2.23 mi
+157 ft
-151 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Hexhamshire (Northumberland)
An easy stroll to a Woodland Trust property.
Hexham
6.13 mi
+876 ft
-846 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Hexham (Northumberland)
Explore our historic local town and its surrounding countryside.
Heavenfield to Hexham - Way of Light
4.72 mi
+177 ft
-735 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Wall (Northumberland)
The 1st stage of this trail is a beautiful walk in Northumberland. It starts at the small church of St Oswald near Hadrian's Wall and crosses open countryside, passes through the village of Acomb before winding its way through Hexham to Hexham Abbey. There is so much to learn about the history of Northumbria along this walk.
The Way of Light - Heavenfield to Durham
45.82 mi
+3,540 ft
-4,055 ft
4 days
Difficult
Departure from Wall (Northumberland)
The Way of Light is one of the Northern Saints Trails, starting in Northumberland, it passes through a number of religious sites ending at Durham Cathedral. This walk is very special as it also takes in beautiful scenery throughout the walk and passes through the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The route passes through many pretty villages which will no doubt make you want to linger a little while. Highlights along the way include Hexham Abbey, Blanchland, Ushaw College and of course Durham Cathedral.
Dukesfield Arches to Blanchland
7.30 mi
+889 ft
-538 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Slaley (Northumberland)
The 3rd section of the walk continues through Northumberland finishing on the border with County Durham. Start the walk by viewing the Dukesfield Arches, then continue to follow the Devil's Water to Slaley Forest. After visiting a quarry, continue to the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty before finishing the walk in the pretty village of Blanchland.
Killhope Circular
3.82 mi
+404 ft
-436 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Stanhope (County Durham)
This is the first of a series of circular routes following sections of the Weardale Way, which begins here at Killhope Lead Mining Museum and ends at the coast in Sunderland. This route first climbs, follows the Killhope Burn before ascending through trees, passing several dams before turning back along Killhope Burn to the museum. This is County Durham at its wildest.
Blanchland to Edmundbyers - Way of Light
5.01 mi
+627 ft
-584 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Blanchland (Northumberland)
The 4th section of the Way of Light passes through the North Pennines Area of Outsanding Natural Beauty, crossing from Northumberland into County Durham. The walk starts in the pretty village of Blanchland, crosses wild moorland sharing the route with a section of the Lead Mining Trail and finishes in the equally pretty village of Edmundbyers.
Rookhope to Westgate - Durham Round Trail
4.82 mi
+220 ft
-407 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Stanhope (County Durham)
The 10th section of the Durham Round Trail links the pretty villages of Rookhope and Westgate. Leaving the coast to coast cycle route, the trail follows a section of the Weardale Way along the route of the Rookhope and Middlehope Railway as it winds its way through the Pennines to the banks of the River Wear.
Ireshopeburn to Rough Rigg - Durham Round Trail
4.57 mi
+1,135 ft
-525 ft
3h 05
Difficult
Departure from Stanhope (County Durham)
The 12th section of the Durham Round Trail is one of the more challenging. Leaving the village of Ireshope burn behind begin the long climb up to the grouse moors. This is probably the wildest, most desolate section of the trail, but is still beautiful and well worth the effort.
⚠️A part of the route goes straight through grouse moorland so it may be closed during shooting season. An alternative route is available.
Westgate to Ireshopeburn - Durham Round Trail
3.52 mi
+456 ft
-272 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Stanhope (County Durham)
The 11th section of the walk follows a ridge above the River Wear affording stunning views down to the villages and river in the valley below. This walk is covers a relatively short section but can be extended by returning to Westgate via one of the alternative routes which allows exploration of the route or by joining with other sections of the route. There are a number of attractions in the area so this may be a good place to use as a base for a few days.
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