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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

Moderate

4.4

(9)

27

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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

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Northumberland Coast AONB

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

1

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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2

1.37 km

Warkworth Hermitage

Highlight • Historical Site

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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3

2.13 km

Warkworth Castle and River Coquet Walk

Highlight • Trail

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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4

2.76 km

Warkworth Medieval Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

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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5

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

Highlight • Historical Site

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

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B

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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March 1, 2025,Warkworth loop

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

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