River Aln – Alnmouth Village and Estuary loop from Boulmer

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River Aln – Alnmouth Village and Estuary loop from Boulmer

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River Aln – Alnmouth Village and Estuary loop from Boulmer

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10.9km

70m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Northumberland Coast National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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4.19 km

River Aln

Highlight • River

4.30 km

View of the meandering River Aln

Highlight • River

This is one of my favourite viewpoints in Britain - the meandering River Aln. It's particularly striking at sunset.

The River Aln runs through Northumberland from the Cheviot Hills to the North Sea, here at Alnmouth.

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4.82 km

The Old School Gallery

Highlight • Cafe

Art gallery and coffee shop in the coastal Northumbrian village of Alnmouth.

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5.36 km

Alnmouth Village Golf Club

Highlight • Rest Area

Club house open to the public, serving food and drinks.

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5.49 km

View of Riverside Road Beach

Highlight • Beach

Takes you to a dead end so have to turn around but such a beautiful View. Well worth it.

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5.53 km

Alnmouth Village and Estuary

Highlight • Settlement

Alnmouth is a pretty coastal village on the River Aln estuary that is known for its brightly painted houses, gorgeous golden beach and proximity to abundant wildlife. You find plenty …

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5.70 km

Hepple Grocers

Highlight • Restaurant

Lovely deli with seats outside, serving amazing coffee, home-made cakes, pies, and lots of deli goods including local cheeses and beers.
Take away available.
Open everyday from 10:00 - 16:00. The kitchen closes at 15:00.

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10.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.6 km

251 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.7 km

217 m