Best of the Northumberland Coastal Path
5 Days & 4 Nights 4.5 Read 41 reviews- Escape to the Northumberland Coast for a refreshing short break
- Step back in history visiting the ancient castles of Warkworth, Dunstanburgh & Bamburgh
- Stay in welcoming fishing villages and seaside towns
- Enjoy views to Holy Island and continue along clifftop paths to Berwick-upon-Tweed
- Sample the local seafood speciality 'Craster Kippers'
Tour Type:
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Activity:
Inn to Inn Walking | Walk from place-to-place changing accommodations each night. Generally staying in B&B’s, inns, and guesthouses.
This trip is suitable for:
Solo Travellers
As a guide, we would suggest that the minimum age of traveler this tour would be suitable for is: 12 Years
Ideal if you have an interest in:
- Long-Distance Trails
Activity Level & Terrain
This short break itinerary has been graded as easy to moderate. This is a low-level route with very few climbs, nothing that involves too much ascent/descent and perfect for the regular walker. Most of the walk you will be following footpaths and bridleways, but some sections cross beaches or minor roads.Navigation
The Northumberland Coastal Path is very well way marked throughout and you should have no problems following the route by following the instructions in your guidebook carefully. There are some opportunities for walking on the beach rather than on the way-marked path and these are noted clearly in your guidebook.
Accommodations
One of the highlights of this tour is the high standard of the accommodation. You will stay in carefully selected 3 or 4 star B&B’s, guesthouses, country pubs and small hotels. Your room will always have an en-suite or private bathroom. A delicious breakfast is always included.
Single RoomsÂ
If you require single rooms within your party we will always try and accommodate you subject to availability. A single supplement is payable.
- Overnight stays in handpicked B&Bs, guest houses and small hotels in en-suite rooms wherever possible
- Breakfast each morning
- Door-to-door baggage transfers
- Taxi transfer from Alnmouth to Warkworth (Day 1)
- Taxi transfer from Bamburgh to Fenwick (Day 4)
- A detailed information pack and guidebook
- 24/7 Emergency telephone support from our office in the event of a problem
- Travel to Warkworth & From Berwick-upon-Tweed
- Lunch & Dinner, Snacks & Drinks
- Travel Insurance
- Personal Equipment
- Public transportation and/or taxi transfers not listed under inclusions
- Additional nights before, during or after your walk.
When To Go
The Northumberland Coastal Path is available from April to September. Please try to avoid staying in Warkworth over the weekend as some accommodations will not take a one night stay.
Getting to the Start
Getting to Alnmouth is easy with Newcastle and Edinburgh being the nearest airports. Alnmouth has its own railway station, as well as Berwick-upon-Tweed and Morpeth. Alnmouth can be reached from London Kings Cross in 3,5 hours (direct train) or it is possible to change over in York or Newcastle. Please see National Rail UK for more information, timetables and tickets.Â
Upon arrival in Alnmouth, an included taxi transfer will bring you to your accommodation in Warkworth.
Getting from the End
Your trip along the Northumberland Coast ends in Berwick-upon-Tweed. This seaside town is connected to the East Coast mainline and regular trains whisk you back to London (4h), Newcastle (45m), Manchester (3h30m) or Edinburgh (45m). For more information, tickets and timetables please visit National Rail UK.Â
Luggage Transfer
Daily door to door baggage transfer is included in the cost of your holiday. We ask you to limit your luggage to one bag of up to 15kg per person.
Equipment
Please be prepared by packing all necessary items, for example, proper rain gear (jacket and pants), sun hat, sunscreen. Your information pack has a detailed equipment list which includes standard walking gear such as good walking boots or shoes, warm and waterproof clothes for the cooler months and lightweight clothing for summer, and a day pack.Â
Travel Insurance
It is a requirement of booking this tour with Macs Adventure that you have suitable travel insurance which covers you for the activity and emergency evacuation and hospital care.
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