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North East England

Warkworth town and coastal loop — Northumberland Coast

Hiking trails & Routes

North East England

Warkworth town and coastal loop — Northumberland Coast

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Warkworth town and coastal loop — Northumberland Coast

03:32

13.5km

100m

Hiking

Embark on the Warkworth town and coastal loop, a moderate 8.4-mile (13.5 km) hike that typically takes around 3 hours and 31 minutes to complete. You will gain about 328 feet (100 metres) in elevation as you explore a diverse landscape. The route combines sandy shores along the Northumberland Coast…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Northumberland Coast AONB

Waypoints

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16 m

Warkworth Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Lying atop a steep hilltop above the river Croquet, Warkworth castle is an impressive fortress with towered walls that remain largely intact. Built in the 12th century, the castle had …

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1.37 km

Warkworth Hermitage

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This is a 14th century Hermitage carved out of the bedrock on the River Coquet. Warkworth Hermitage can only be visited by rowing boat and the trips only run during …

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2.13 km

Warkworth Castle and River Coquet Walk

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At the heart of Northumberland sits the Coquet Valley, where the River Coquet tumbles through open meadows and wild moorland. Flowing from the Upper Coquet to the charming town of …

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2.76 km

Warkworth Medieval Bridge

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Warkworth Medieval Bridge is a defensive bridge and gateway over the River Coquet. Built in the 14th century, the bridge is well-preserved and is designated as a Scheduled Monument. The village of Warkworth boasts a medieval castle at its heart.

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7.50 km

Church Hill Chapel Ruins (St. Waleric's Chapel), Alnmouth

Highlight • Historical Site

This church ruin is right next to St Cuthberts Cross.

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6

7.63 km

St Cuthbert's Cross

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Believed to be the place St Cuthbert agreed to become the Bishop of Lindisfarne.

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13.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.10 km

2.25 km

2.11 km

1.49 km

507 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.44 km

3.28 km

3.14 km

1.67 km

833 m

< 100 m

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Wednesday 20 May

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11°C

71 %

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Trail Reviews

March 1, 2025, Warkworth loop

Sand Dunes, track and cycle track. Toilets on route.