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Lordenshaw Hill Fort, The Simonside Hills and Burgh Hill
Visorando Member 
8.16 mi
+1,316 ft
-1,306 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Hollinghill (Northumberland)
A circular walk with a lot of interest. From the prehistoric rock art, bronze age burial cairns and iron age hill fort at Lordenshaw, to the lovely scenic walk over the Simonside hills, to the iron age hill fort overlooking Great Tosson through to the tranquil return through the Simonside forest.
TEMPLE THORNTON 6.3 MILES
Visorando Member 6.30 mi
+305 ft
-318 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Hartburn (Northumberland)
The walk starts from the entrance to Meldon Hall Gardens close to Hartburn, Northumberland. The location is steeped in history having been passed from the last Saxon Earl of Northumberland to the Knights Templar and the Knights Hospitaler. Passing on the route Angerton hall built in1842 by John Dobson, Low Angerton where the ruins of a 16th century bastle can be seen and Meldon Church which dates from around 1200
England Coast Path - Druridge Bay Country Park to Cresswell
Visorando Member 4.64 mi
+49 ft
-23 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from East Chevington (Northumberland)
This walk along the dunes and golden sandy beach passes a number of nature reserves. There is an abundance of wildlife but also grazing animals along this stretch, it is nature at its best.
England Coast Path - Cresswell to Newbiggin Point
Visorando Member 4.44 mi
+16 ft
-23 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Cresswell (Northumberland)
From Cresswell, the England Coast path continues to wind its way across the dunes but for much of the walk you will see the Newbiggin Power Station up ahead, the first suggestion of the North East's industrial heritage. The walk finishes at the Newbiggin Maritime Centre which provides information on the maritime history of the area. This is a walk of contrasts.
England Coast Path - North East Section South Bents to Amble
Visorando Member 38.50 mi
+377 ft
-364 ft
10 days
Difficult
Departure from Amble By the Sea (Northumberland)
From the stunning Souter Lighthouse to the small fishing harbour at Amble, this section of the route passes many monuments and includes a ferry ride across the Tyne. Industry, tourist sites, lovely beaches and history are all covered in this section of the walk. The walk involves paved foothpaths as well as dirt footpaths and sand dunes. Many of the sections are accessible and details are given in the individual section details.
England Coast Path - Amble to Druridge Bay Country Park
Visorando Member 4.29 mi
+30 ft
-10 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Amble By the Sea (Northumberland)
Amble marks the start (or end) of the England Coast Path, however this will be extended further into Northumberland in time. Amble is known as the 'friendliest port' and is a good place to explore before starting the walk along the dunes with stunning beaches and nature reserves to explore along the way.
Bellasis bridge
Visorando Member 4.90 mi
+72 ft
-72 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Stannington (Northumberland)
Broadly flat 5 mile walk starting in a layby 200 metres from Bellasis bridge (see practical information).
Note: Do not be tempted to park on the grass, as there are many hidden ditches and gulleysYou will also have to cross the River Pont on stepping stones, but these are very secure.The river is just a narrow trickle at the moment (August 2025).Not passable in a wet winter.
England Coast Path - Newbiggin to Cambois
Visorando Member 4.55 mi
+26 ft
-36 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Newbiggin by the Sea (Northumberland)
This section of the England Coast Path begins at the Newbiggin Maritime Centre and then follows the promenade to the Needles Eye. After this the path continues to hug the coast where care needs to be taken as there is erosion here. The walk ends at North Blyth, an industrial area which includes the dock and mouth of the River Blyth if you wish to explore further.
England Coast Path - Cambois to Blyth Promenade
Visorando Member 6.04 mi
+33 ft
-39 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from East Bedlington (Northumberland)
This one way walk is part of the English Coast Path. It is an easy walk around River Blyth however does include a strech across fields and along the north bank of the River Blyth which can be muddy. The walk ends in Blyth where the walk can be extended to the beach rather than finishing on the Quayside.
England Coast Path - Blyth Harbour to Seaton Sluice
Visorando Member 3.50 mi
+33 ft
-3 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Blyth (Northumberland)
This section of the English Coast Path begins at the Quayside which hosted the Tall Ships in 2016, then continues through Ridley Park to the beach with its colourful beach huts, and then follows the Eve Black Way through the dunes to Seaton Sluice.
Brough Law, Cochrane Pike and Turf Knowe
Visorando Member 5.15 mi
+1,083 ft
-1,086 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Ingram (Northumberland)
Escape the hordes and enjoy some archaeological delights
The Angel's Way : Seaton Sluice to Chester-le-Street
Visorando Member 34.73 mi
+1,453 ft
-1,381 ft
3 days
Moderate
Departure from Seaton Valley (Northumberland)
Follow the "The Christian crossroads of the British Isles" from Seaton Sluice to Chester-le-Street and explore the heritage along the way. This route can be divided into sections in regard to your physical abilities.
Seaton Sluice to Holywell - Angel's Way
Visorando Member 2.76 mi
+82 ft
-3 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Seaton Valley (Northumberland)
This path is part of the Angel's Way, one of the Northern Saints' pilgrimage routes which starts in Seaton Sluice and end in Chester-le-Street. This section passes Seaton Delaval Hall, the Church of Our Lady, and the Holywell which gives the village its name.
England Coast Path - Seaton Sluice to St Mary's Lighthouse
Visorando Member 1.92 mi
+20 ft
-59 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Seaton Valley (Northumberland)
This section of the England Coast Path is deliberately short so that a visit to Seaton Delaval Hall can be included as well as a visit to St Mary's Lighthouse (tides permitting). The route passes the villages of Seaton Sluice, Hartley and Old Hartley along cliff tops.
Holwick and Cullernose Point from Craster
Visorando Member 4.31 mi
+171 ft
-171 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Craster (Northumberland)
A leisurely Northumberland walk that offers the chace to visit Holwick Hall (NT) and also explores a section of the North Sea Coast. The route follows a section of the Northumberland Coast Path.
From Craster to Dunstanburgh Castle
Visorando Member 4.42 mi
+105 ft
-89 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Craster (Northumberland)
A great easy circular walk starting from the village of Craster and passing by the famous castle of Dunstanburgh and the sand dune of Embleton. Dog friendy.
Dunstanburgh Castle from Craster
Visorando Member 2.90 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Craster (Northumberland)
A very short and easy amble along the shoreline to the dramatic Dunstanburgh Castle. For these reasons it is very popular.
Holywell to Backworth - Angel's Way
Visorando Member 3.59 mi
+125 ft
-23 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Seaton Valley (Northumberland)
This is the section of the Angel's Way one of the Northern Saints' pilgrimage routes which starts in Holywell and ends in Backworth. This section is rural passing through agricultural land.
This can be combined with the previous section (Seaton Sluice to Holywell) or the next section (Backworth to Killingworth) for a longer walk.
Backworth to Killingworth - Angel's Way
Visorando Member 4.02 mi
+75 ft
-82 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from North Tyneside (England)
This is a section of the Angel's Way. It starts in Backworth and follows a rural route passing the ruins of Burradon Tower. After that, it passes through Burradon, Camperdown and Killingworth finishing at the picturesque Killingworth Lake.
Killingworth to Gosforth - Angel's Way
Visorando Member 3.33 mi
+49 ft
-59 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from North Tyneside (England)
This urban section of the Angel's Way is broken up with a walk around Gosforth Golf Course and optionally the Gosforth Nature Reserve, finishing at the Brandling Villa.
Embleton to Dunstanburgh Castle
Visorando Member 
5.23 mi
+157 ft
-154 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Embleton (Northumberland)
An easy circular walk to Dunstanburgh Castle from Embleton Village via the beach in Embleton Bay and returning on quiet farm roads. This walk has a little more interest than its companion walk from the ever popular Craster.
Gosforth to Newcastle (Haymarket) - Angel's Way
Visorando Member 3.01 mi
+75 ft
-36 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Newcastle upon Tyne (England)
This walk mixes the urban landscapes of Newcastle with the beautiful Jesmond Dene. Visit a ruined chapel, holy well and city centre museum to finish the walk.
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