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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
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.
Holywell to Backworth - Angel's Way
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.
Gosforth to Newcastle (Haymarket) - Angel's Way
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.
Jarrow to Boldon - Way of Learning
4.38 mi
+135 ft
-102 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from South Tyneside (England)
The Way of Learning is one of the Northern Saint's Trails and connects several historic centres of learning across the North East. This 1rst section begins at the historic St Paul's Church, the site of the monastery where St Bede lived and studied. The first part of the Way of Learning follows the same route as Bede's Way so look for either marker on the way.
The Way of Learning - Jarrow to Durham
39.64 mi
+1,798 ft
-1,604 ft
5 days
Difficult
Departure from South Tyneside (England)
This hike is one of the Northern Saints' Trails starting at the monastery site and church of St Paul in Jarrow, famous for St Bede, following the Bede's Way and then passing the University of Sunderland, the twin church of St Peter, Penshaw Monument, before continuing to Chester-le-Street, the ruined Finchale Priory and finishing at Durham Cathedral.
St Paul's to Leam Lane - Bede's Way
1.80 mi
+33 ft
-36 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from South Tyneside (England)
Bede's way is a walk linking the twin monastic sites of St Paul's in Jarrow and St Peter's at Monkwearmouth in Sunderland. The walk is split into 6 easily walked sections which can be walked individually or all together. So why not follow in the footsteps of pilgrims and explore the North East's religious heritage. This the 1rst section begins at St Paul's and follows the River Don.
England Coast Path - St Mary's Lighthouse to Tynemouth Priory
4.74 mi
+95 ft
-56 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from North Tyneside (England)
This section of the England Coast Path starts at St Mary's Lighthouse and follows the coast through Whitley Bay and Cullercoats finishing at Tynemouth Priory. The walk itself follows the cliff tops for some time and then the promenade. However for those requiring pavements, the first part of the walk can follow the road rather than the cliff tops. This walk can be done in either direction as a section of the England Coast Path (or as an out and back).
England Coast Path - Tynemouth Priory to South Shields
4.37 mi
+75 ft
-115 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from North Tyneside (England)
This section of the England Coast path takes in some amazing views of the Tyne from both the south and north banks. It begins at the historic Tynemouth Priory, follows the quays along North Shields, taking the ferry across to South Shields affording some great views back across the Tyne to Tynemouth Priory at the end of the walk.
England Coast Path - Seaton Sluice to St Mary's Lighthouse
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.
The Angel's Way : Seaton Sluice to Chester-le-Street
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
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.
Jesmond to the Quayside - Angel's Way
3.37 mi
+49 ft
-210 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Newcastle upon Tyne (England)
This section of the Angel's Way explores Newcastle City Centre and Quayside. It starts in the suburb of Jesmond, takes in Exhibition Park, shopping areas, the magnificent Grainger Town and three key churches of St Thomas, St Mary and St Nicholas, Newcastle Castle and Keep before dropping down an ancient street, Side, to the Quayside finishing at the Millennium Bridge.
Ouseburn Circular
2.10 mi
+105 ft
-108 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Newcastle upon Tyne (England)
This short circular walk will take you along the banks of Ouseburn through the former industrial area of Newcastle, now a centre for creativity with its galleries, farm and abundance of restaurants and bars. This walk is excellent for children as there is so much to do and see along the way.
Bede's Way
18.71 mi
+243 ft
-249 ft
6 days
Easy
Departure from South Tyneside (England)
Bede's way is a 12 mile walk linking the twin monastic sites of St Paul's in Jarrow and St Peter's at Monkwearmouth in Sunderland. The walk is split into 6 easily walked sections which can be walked individually or all together. So why not follow in the footsteps of pilgrims and explore the North East's religious heritage.
Leam Lane to Boldon - Bede's Way
2.64 mi
+49 ft
-10 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from South Tyneside (England)
Bede's way links the twin monastic sites of St Paul's in Jarrow and St Peter's at Monkwearmouth in Sunderland. The walk is split into 6 easily walked sections which can be walked individually or all together. So why not follow in the footsteps of pilgrims and explore the North East's religious heritage. This 2nd section begins at Leam Lane and ends at Boldon following the River Don Path.
Promenade at South Shields
2.78 mi
+46 ft
-46 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from South Tyneside (England)
This short, flat walk is easy to do with children. It can be broken up with activities, but be aware there are no railings on the north side of the pier.
England Coast Path - South Shields to Souter Lightouse
3.13 mi
+125 ft
-92 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from South Tyneside (England)
This section starts in the busy seaside town of South Shields and winds along the cliff tops to Souter Lighthouse (National Trust). The section starts on the South Shields promenade and then follows a gravel footpath suitable for cycles, wheelchairs and pushchairs. This then turns to a narrower footpath at Marsden roundabout, however there is an alternative pavement along the road for those who need a flatter surface.The route then passes Marsden Grotto and final arrives at Souter Lighthouse.
Baltic to the Angel - Angel's Way
5.05 mi
+512 ft
-259 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Gateshead (England)
This journey through Gateshead begins at the Baltic Centre for Contempoary Art on the Quayside and ends at the spectacular Angel of the North passing under the iconic Tyne Bridge, passing through the town centre, Victorian park and residential areas.
Newcastle City Walls Circular
3.21 mi
+262 ft
-292 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Newcastle upon Tyne (England)
Newcastle was once a walled city with a castle (the clue is in the name). This city walk traces the route of the old city walls, some of which remains, through the modern city centre and along Newcastle Quayside passing many notable sites along the way.
Gateshead to Gosforth Along the Great North Road
4.29 mi
+203 ft
-171 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Gateshead (England)
The 9th and final section of the Great North Road crosses the River Tyne, the original boundary between County Durham and Northumberland, over the iconic Tyne Bridge into Newcastle Upon Tyne and traces the route through the city, passing the Town Moor to Gosforth along the Great North Road - look out signs bearing this name as you walk.
Boldon to South Shields, Bede's Way
2.46 mi
+33 ft
-20 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from South Tyneside (England)
Bede's way is a walk linking the twin monastic sites of St Paul's in Jarrow and St Peter's at Monkwearmouth in Sunderland. The walk is split into 6 easily walked sections which can be walked individually or all together. So why not follow in the footsteps of pilgrims and explore the North East's religious heritage. This 3rd section begins on New Road in Boldon and continues past Tilesheds Local Nature Reserve to King George Road in South Shields.
Boldon to Whitburn - Way of Learning
5.24 mi
+174 ft
-223 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from South Tyneside (England)
The 2nd stage of the Way of Learning passes through villages and farmland before reaching the coast at Whitburn. The main landmark on this journey is Cleadon Windmill. This sits at the highest point of the Cleadon Hills and provides views across the countryside and North Sea.
South Shields to Whitburn - Bede's way
2.71 mi
+151 ft
-161 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from South Tyneside (England)
Bede's way is a walk linking the twin monastic sites of St Paul's in Jarrow and St Peter's at Monkwearmouth in Sunderland. The walk is split into 6 easily walked sections which can be walked individually or all together. So why not follow in the footsteps of pilgrims and explore the North East's religious heritage. This the 4th section begins in South Shields and finishes at Whitburn Hall passing Cleadon Hills and Windmill.
Great North Forest Cleadon to West Boldon
3.27 mi
+75 ft
-85 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from South Tyneside (England)
This walk covers urban areas at the beginning and end, and in the middle a pleasant walk alongside the River Don. However fields will be in view throughout the walk. As such, some of the walk is along busy roads and includes a level crossing.
Great North Forest West Boldon to Washington Village
5.46 mi
+98 ft
-43 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from South Tyneside (England)
This slightly longer section has it all, stretches through countryside, housing developments, industrial areas, a museum, nature reserve and historic house. This section winds its way through Washington New Town, and although you will pass many industrial areas and new houses, you will also see evidence of the collection of villages which existed long before the new town.
England Coast Path - Blyth Harbour to Seaton Sluice
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.
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