Short Walks (1-4 Miles)

Perfect for families, quick outings, and leisurely strolls.

Moderate4 miles

Drake Stone Walk

A mystical walk up to a massive sandstone boulder believed to have healing powers.

Strenuous3.6 miles

Yeavering Bell

A short but sharp climb to the summit of an Iron Age hillfort. You are rewarded with 360-degree views of the Cheviots. Be prepared for steep gradients. The summit is home to wild Cheviot goats.

Easy3 miles

Bamburgh Castle Circular

A classic coastal loop. Walk along the beach with the castle towering above you, then return via the cricket pitch and the village. Perfect for sunsets.

Easy1.5 miles

Berwick Walls

A complete circuit of the Elizabethan town walls. Provides elevated views of the River Tweed, the Royal Border Bridge, and the sea. Paved and accessible.

Easy1 mile

Bolam Lake

A gentle circular walk around a beautiful lake and woodland. Ideal for families. Look out for swans, deer and red squirrels.

Easy1.5 miles

Rothbury Riverside

Follows the River Coquet. Flat, easy walking with plenty of benches. Great for spotting dippers and kingfishers.

Easy1.75 miles

Thirlwall Castle

Visit the ruins of a 14th-century castle built with stones from Hadrian's Wall. A short loop takes you along the Tipalt Burn.

Moderate2.5 miles

Falstone Circular

A lovely route starting in the village of Falstone, following a section of the River Tyne Trail and exploring the surrounding area.

Moderate3 miles

Hareshaw Linn

A 'there and back' walk up to a magical wooded dene to a spectacular 30ft waterfall. Requires crossing several small bridges.

Moderate2 miles

St Cuthbert's Cave

Short walk to the sandstone cave where St Cuthbert's body was said to have been hidden from Vikings. Great views towards Holy Island.

Moderate2 miles

Steel Rigg & Sycamore Gap

A classic section of Hadrian's Wall with iconic views, visiting the site of the famous Sycamore Gap.

Easy1.5 miles

Duddo Five Stones

A short walk across fields to Northumberland's answer to Stonehenge, offering panoramic views of the Cheviots.

Easy3.75 miles

Hindhope Linn

A magical forest walk leading to a spectacular waterfall in a deep gorge.

Easy2.5 miles

Corbridge Riverside

A gentle stroll along the banks of the Tyne at the historic Roman town of Corbridge.

Easy2.5 miles

Cullernose Point

A dramatic coastal walk along the basalt cliffs south of Craster.

Easy2 miles

Holystone & Lady's Well

A history-rich walk visiting a holy well associated with St Ninian and St Paulinus.

Easy2 miles

Etal Castle & River Till

A picturesque loop around the village of Etal, following the banks of the River Till.

Moderate2 miles

Ros Castle

A short climb to the summit of Ros Castle, an Iron Age hillfort with arguably the best coastal views in Northumberland.

Moderate3 miles

Blanchland & The Derwent

Explore the honey-stone village of Blanchland and the surrounding moors and river.

Moderate3 miles

Linhope Spout

A walk into the Breamish Valley to see the chute of water that is Linhope Spout.