Highlights of the St Cuthbert's Way

Experience some of the highlights of the St Cuthbert's Way on a relaxed short break itinerary. If you are a budding historian then the many sites of interest that are scattered along the route will appeal greatly. By spending two nights on the atmospheric Holy Island you can fully immerse yourself in the experience and discover what it is like once day-trippers leave the island. If you are looking for a memorable trip in serene rural landscapes, then this is the trip for you!

Classic Routes | If you’re the active, outdoorsy type, who’s interested in taking on the great routes of the world or looking for a challenge, then our Classic Routes are for you. We’re talking the West Highland Way, Tour Du Mont Blanc and the Passau to Vienna Danube Cycle Path, to name but a few!

Inn to Inn Walking | Walk from place-to-place changing accommodations each night. Generally staying in B&Bs, inns, and guesthouses.

Solo Travellers

The minimum age for this tour is: 12 Years

This trip is graded easy, perfect for those looking for a relaxing trip combining walking and history, and also ideally suited to first-timers and solo walkers. This is a low-level route with a few climbs, perfect for the regular walker. The longest day is 20 or 24km (depending on your overnight accommodation in either Fenwick or Beal on day 2, and the other walking days range between 8 and 10km. You will be following well-waymarked footpaths and bridleways. Some sections on Lindisfarne include some beach and dune walking which can slow down your progress along the route.

One of the highlights of this tour is the high standard of accommodation. We specifically choose the hotels, inns, guesthouses and B&B’s to ensure that you enjoy every minute of your stay. They all offer a warm welcome to walkers, traditional hospitality and delicious local food.

Single Rooms

This independent walking holiday is available to solo walkers but as all our holidays are priced per person based on two sharing, there is a single supplement payable to cover the additional costs we incur. If you require single rooms within your party we will, of course, try to accommodate your request subject to availability. Please note, that singles may not be of the same standard as twins.

Meals

A hearty breakfast is included each morning, while lunch and dinner are not included so you are free to choose from the available options. Your accommodation will be more than happy to provide a packed lunch on request and this can be booked on arrival. Alternatively, the Macs Adventure App will point out any recommended lunch spots along the way. Dinner is available either at your accommodation or at nearby pubs and restaurants. We would recommend making a dinner reservation in advance for your night on Holy Island.

The route is well-waymarked throughout and easy to follow. Navigation is straightforward as you can use the Macs Adventure Smartphone App which has maps, GPS tracks, and daily route information. Simply download the GPS tracks for offline use and follow the route on your phone with the assurance that navigation will be simple, and you can’t get lost. You will find more information on downloading the app in your Macs Adventure Account.

Recommended Reading

If you would like more information on the route please see our recommendation below:

• St Cuthbert's Way from Melrose to Lindisfarne (Rucksack Reader)

This trip is available from April to September to start on any day of the week. Traditionally, April and May have been the most popular time of the year to walk the route, as the theory goes that the weather is better. However, in our opinion, anywhere between April and September should offer a wonderful experience.

Please note: 

In mid-June each year the Borders Book Festival takes place, the area is very busy and there will be a lack of availability, please avoid booking over these dates if possible. 

Getting to Wooler is easy, simply travel to Berwick-upon-Tweed from Newcastle (45 min) or Edinburgh (45 min). Upon arrival, an included transfer will bring you to Wooler (25 min) making the start of your trip hassle-free. There are also connections by train from London to Berwick-upon-Tweed (4h) or Manchester (3h30min). For more information, tickets and timetables please visit National Rail UK. The nearest airports are Newcastle and Edinburgh from which you can connect to Berwick-upon-Tweed.

If you are arriving by car it is easiest to park in Berwick-upon-Tweed and leave the car here until the end of the trip. Travel back to Berwick-upon-Tweed from Lindisfarne for onward travel, a taxi to Berwick-upon-Tweed train station is approx. £15.

Your bags will be collected from your accommodation each day and moved onto your overnight accommodation each day. We ask you to limit your luggage to one bag of up to 20kg per person.

At Macs Adventure, we work in partnership with many luggage transfer providers who set a limit on how many bags/suitcases they will transfer per person, and also the weight of the bag/suitcase.  Your booking includes transfer of 1 bag per person.  It is very important that you read the luggage information specific to your tour before departure. If you do not adhere to these limits, there is a great possibility that you will be charged locally both for extra bags or if they are too heavy. This limitation can be a challenge, especially as airlines generally have limits that are higher. However, our luggage providers have reasons for these limits (usually due to the Health and Safety of their employees), which we must respect.