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Linhope Spout (Breamish Valley)
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3.2mi 
+390ft 
-377ft 
1h50
Easy 
Starting point in Ingram - Northumberland Take time out to see Linhope Spout, a 60 foot (18m) chute of water, which lands in a plunge pool 6ft (2m) wide and 16ft (5m) deep.
The Shepherds Cairn
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6.1mi
+843ft
-837ft
3h30
Average
Starting point in Alnham - Northumberland The Shepherds Cairn is a memorial to two shepherds who lost their lives in the winter of 1962. They were found just half a mile from their remote home at Ewartly Shank. Because of this event the National Park Voluntary Rangers set up the Northumberland National Park Mountain Rescue Team - a volunteer organisation that turns out in all weather to help save lives.
Cochrane Pike
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4.25mi
+745ft
-725ft
2h35
Easy
Starting point in Ingram - Northumberland Take an invigorating walk to Cochrane Pike to see some spectacular views. This walk takes you through moorland sheep country surrounded by the sounds of the curlew, oyster catcher, skylark and meadow pipit. You may see buzzard or kestrel, or the recently-arrived red kite in the skies, and the heron in the river valley.
Reaveley Farm
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2.74mi
+56ft
-56ft
1h20
Easy
Starting point in Ingram - Northumberland Leisurely walk along quiet valley roads, suitable for less abled users/pushchairs, from Ingram along the River Breamish and past Reaveley Farm.
Harbottle Castle and the Drake Stone from Alwinton
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5.52mi
+594ft
-600ft
3h05
Easy
Starting point in Alwinton - Northumberland An easy circular walk from Alwinton; taking in the ruins of the castle at Harbottle and then up to the Drake Stone in the Harbottle Hills. Descend to Harbottle Lake and return via the forest path. Great views on a clear day.
The Dodd and Wether Cairn from Alwinton
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9.42mi
+1617ft
-1627ft
5h45
Average
Starting point in Alwinton - Northumberland The hills in the southern part of the Northumberland National Park offer some fine walking. This route starts from the small village of Alwinton and follows paths, tracks and quiet country lanes for the most part. However some sections are pathless and a good sense of direction is necessary. The walk is best avoided if low cloud is covering the hills. Also do be prepared for some boggy areas especially after rain.
Alwinton and the River Alwin
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4.48mi
+502ft
-482ft
2h30
Easy
Starting point in Alwinton - Northumberland Alwinton and the River Alwin route is a favourite route with walkers, starting in Alwinton, that used to be one of many trackways in the border hills frequented in times past by cattle drovers, shepherds, pedlars and whiskey smugglers.
Barrowburn
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5.15mi
+663ft
-646ft
2h55
Easy
Starting point in Alwinton - Northumberland Explore one of the most remote and rugged landscapes in Northumberland with this invigorating half-day family walk offering stunning views.
Windy Gyle from Coquet Valley
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7.21mi
+1263ft
-1250ft
4h25
Average
Starting point in Alwinton - Northumberland Windy Gyle is the key objective for this walk in the deserted hills of Northumbria. Starting in the beautiful Coquet Valley the walk crosses wild moorland and includes a section of the Pennine Way.
Harthope Valley
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3.59mi
+505ft
-502ft
2h05
Easy
Starting point in Earle - Northumberland A lovely family walk following the Harthope Burn before a moderate climb opens up the area, offering spectacular views to the top of the valley and the Cheviot Hills, as well as to the coast. The Harthope Valley is the starting point for many inspiring walks up onto the Cheviot Hills.
Rothbury Riverside
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1.38mi
+36ft
-33ft
0h40
Easy
Starting point in Rothbury - Northumberland A pleasant stroll alongside the River Coquet and into Rothbury village. Suitable for a variety of users. Due to width/surface restrictions on some parts, the route is not suitable for pushchairs/wheelchairs, although the riverside can be accessed by these users from the village centre. Be aware: parts of the route may flood when the river level is high.
Simonside
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3.27mi
+459ft
-476ft
1h55
Easy
Starting point in Whitton and Tosson - Northumberland An easy to follow trail in the Simonside Forest, aimed at families, with plenty to look out for and do along the route.
The Simonside Hills
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4.31mi
+686ft
-686ft
2h35
Easy
Starting point in Whitton and Tosson - Northumberland Enjoy a circular walk up to the summit of Simonside, involving some short, steep gradients. A walk along the Simonside Hills must not be missed. From the top, you have a wonderful 360-degree view encompassing the Cheviot Hills and the North Sea coastline. The area teems with wildlife such as the curlew, red grouse, wild goats, and even red squirrels in the forest below.
Hethas
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2.52mi
+699ft
-699ft
1h45
Easy
Starting point in Kirknewton - Northumberland Enjoy a short walk to two of the hillforts in the College Valley. The climb up to Great Hetha is well worth the effort for the views into the Cheviots.
College Valley
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4.76mi
+371ft
-390ft
2h30
Easy
Starting point in Kirknewton - Northumberland A great route that introduces the walker to the tranquil College Valley. Look out for the Wild Cheviot Goats on the hillside near Hethpool Mill.
Hethpool Wild Goat
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2.47mi
+194ft
-197ft
1h20
Easy
Starting point in Kirknewton - Northumberland A lovely family walk to Hethpool Linn, a dramatic waterfall on the College Burn, returning along St Cuthbert’s Way - we can’t guarantee it, but a good vantage point to see the wild Cheviot goats.
Yeavering Bell
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3.54mi
+971ft
-971ft
2h30
Easy
Starting point in Kirknewton - Northumberland Take an invigorating half day’s walk to the top of Yeavering Bell – The Hill of the Goats. The walk offers stunning views from the top and if you are lucky you may be able to spot some of the wild Cheviot goats along the way. The hilltop is very exposed to poor weather so please go prepared.
Kirknewton Hillfort
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3.38mi
+486ft
-492ft
2h00
Easy
Starting point in Kirknewton - Northumberland A great way to see the spectacular remains of a 2,000-year-old Iron Age hillfort in breathtaking surroundings. A nice moderate walk where you can spot a Cheviot goat or two, then enjoy a pot of tea or pint of beer in Kirknewton having lapped up some significant ancient history.
Lordenshaw Hill Fort, The Simonside Hills and Burgh Hill
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8.16mi
+1266ft
-1247ft
4h50
Average
Starting point in Whitton and Tosson - 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.
Lordenshaws Loop
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2.79mi
+394ft
-387ft
1h35
Easy
Starting point in Whitton and Tosson - Northumberland Enjoy a lovely walk over Lordenshaws hillfort, with great views (on a clear day) over to the Cheviots. Visit out Lordenshaws page for more information about the area.
Hethpool Linn and Yeavering Bell
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6.41mi
+1385ft
-1388ft
4h10
Average
Starting point in Kirknewton - Northumberland A lovely walk to Hethpool Linn waterfall, on the College Burn, then a climb up Yeavering Bell (Hill of the Goats) with a chance to spot some wild Cheviot goats.
