Long Walks (7+ Miles)
Challenging routes for experienced hikers, often involving full days out.
The Cheviot and Hedgehope
The big two. A serious undertaking to two of the highest points in Northumberland. Boggy peat hags on top. Navigation skills essential in bad weather. Comb Fell can be extremely boggy so take care
Windy Gyle
Start at the foot of Barrow Law just up from Barrowburn. A steady climb up The Street to the border ridge. The summit cairn is massive and offers amazing views into Scotland. One of my favourite routes!
Beadnell to Low Newton
A long coastal walk along sandy bays. Visit the Ship Inn at Low Newton for lunch before heading back. Check tide times too if planning on walking on the beach.
Steel Rigg to Housesteads
The classic Hadrian's Wall section. Includes Sycamore Gap site and the steepest crags. Return north of the wall for impressive views.
Alnmouth to Warkworth
Walk from Alnmouth beach to the historic village of Warkworth and its castle, following the river and coast.
Brough Law Hillforts
Ingram Valley. Explores Iron Age settlements and Linhope Spout waterfall. High grassy ridges with expansive views with a return walking through Ingram Valley.
Cold Law
A wild walk into the dramatic Cheviots. Often deserted. Can be very boggy in places on the tops.
Hedgehope Hill
The second highest peak. Steeper and more conical than the Cheviot. Best views in the park by far.
Pilgrim's Way - Holy Island
Holy Island across the pilgrim's causeway over the mud flats. Follow the posts that guide you to Holy Island. Please check tides! You must walk barefoot across the mud.
The Schil
A distinctive rocky peak on the Scottish border. Start at the Mounthooly, a permit will need to be booked in advance via the College Valley website. A real lung-buster.
Craster & Howick Coast
A beautiful coastal walk heading south from Craster past Cullernose Point to the Bathing House at Howick, reaching Boulmer before heading back.
Ingram & Cochrane Pike
A tough climb in the Breamish Valley, taking in the summit of Cochrane Pike and the prehistoric landscapes of Ingram.
Sycamore Gap & Vindolanda
Extends the classic wall walk to drop down to the Roman fort of Vindolanda before climbing back up to the crags.
Yeavering Bell & Newton Tors
A challenging twin-peak walk. Climb the hillfort of Yeavering Bell then cross the glen to the dramatic Newton Tors.
Kielder North Shore Walk
A long forest track walk following the northern shoreline of the massive reservoir. Remote and peaceful.
The Drake Stone & Harbottle
Starts with the Drake Stone but continues high onto the moors of the military ranges before descending.
Berwick Coastal Walk
Heading north from Berwick along the cliffs towards the Scottish border at Marshall Meadows, returning via the same route.
Simonside & Tosson Hill
Extends the Simonside ridge walk to include the highest point, Tosson Hill. Rough terrain but incredible views.
Warkworth to Amble Loop
Follows the river Coquet to the harbour town of Amble, exploring the marina and pier before returning.
Haltwhistle & The Wall
Starts in Haltwhistle, follows the Haltwhistle Burn up to the Wall at Cawfields, walks the crags.