Footsteps - walking the beauty of Northumberland Our walks programme for July 2015 Telephone Tel. Email Web. 07847 506399 or 01668 213775 to book a place or [email protected] www.footstepsnorthumberland.co.uk With a guide you have the freedom to see more, you’ll go further and learn more, you’ll never get lost and you will discover the secret, hidden places of Northumberland July Type of walk Name of the circular walk Tuesday 30th June Northumberland Countryside walk 9.30am start Wednesday 1st July Northumberland Countryside walk 2.00pm start Thursday 2nd July A Scottish Coast walk 9.30am start Friday 3rd July Northumberland Coast walk 2.00pm start Northumberland National Park walk 9.30am start Eglingham and Bewick Moor; we follow moorland paths to Blawearie Farm, a deserted and romantic ruin high up on the moor. Prehistoric monuments abound and it’s a great walk to see birds of prey. Belford to St. Cuthbert’s Cave; a picturesque walk to St Cuthbert’s Cave - the cave where the monks of Lindisfarne are said to have brought the body of St Cuthbert in 875AD as they fled from the Viking raids on Lindisfarne. Burnmouth to St. Abbs Head; this is a spectacular walk on the Scottish Coast. High cliffs along a dramatic coastline make this an excellent walk. St. Abbs is a renowned National Nature Reserve and it’s a wonderful place to discover and explore. We catch a bus back to our start point in Burnmouth. Bamburgh to Budle Bay; a lovely coast walk with fabulous views across Budle Bay, the Farne Islands and Bamburgh Castle. Yeavering Bell, Easter and Wester Tor; Three hills in one day on a spectacular walk in the northern Cheviots. Expect to see red grouse, wild goats and a great Iron Age hill fort on this our best hill walking day. The Ingram Valley and Linhope Spout; one of the National Park’s loveliest valleys and its most spectacular waterfall are visited on this walk. The Simonside Hills, Rothbury; a great ridge walk including one of the best prehistoric sites in Northumberland at Lordenshaw. Eglingham and Bewick Moor; we follow moorland paths to Blawearie Farm, a deserted and romantic ruin high up on the moor. Prehistoric monuments abound and it’s a great walk to see birds of prey. The Pennine Way from Kirk Yetholm to The Schil; The Pennine Way is 50 years old in 2015 and the northern section is as good as it gets. We follow the high path south to The Schil and then take the easier low path back to our starting point in Kirk Yetholm. At Footsteps, we deliver the Hill Skills training course in Northumberland. If you are new to hill walking and want to develop the skills and knowledge needed to get you out and about, then this is the course for you. The Hill Skills course is run by the Mountain Training Association, everything you need to get started can be found here http://www.mountain-training.org/walking/skills-andawards/hill-and-mountain-skills/hill-skills Saturday 4th July Sunday 5th July Tuesday 7th July Wednesday 8th July Northumberland National Park walk 9.30am start Northumberland National Park walk 9.30am start Northumberland Countryside walk 9.30am start Thursday 9th July Northumberland National Park walk 9.30am start Saturday 11th July The Cheviot Centre, Wooler, Northumberland NE71 6BL The Cheviot Centre, Wooler, Northumberland NE71 6BL Sunday 12th July Distance Time 8 miles 12km ¾ day walk 8 miles 13 Km ¾ day walk 10 miles 16 Km 1 day walk 6 miles 10 Km ½ day walk 3-4 hours 12 miles 20 Km 1 day walk 6-7 hours 10 miles 16 Km 1 day walk 8 miles 12 Km ¾ day walk 5-6 hours 8 miles 12km ¾ day walk 12 miles 20 Km 1 day walk All day All day Footsteps - walking the beauty of Northumberland Our walks programme for July 2015 Telephone Tel. Email Web. 07847 506399 or 01668 213775 to book a place or [email protected] www.footstepsnorthumberland.co.uk With a guide you have the freedom to see more, you’ll go further and learn more, you’ll never get lost and you will discover the secret, hidden places of Northumberland July Type of walk Name of the circular walk Monday 13th July Northumberland Coast walk 4.30pm start Tuesday 14th July Northumberland Countryside walk 9.30am start Northumberland Countryside walk 2.00pm start A sunset walk to The Holy Island of Lindisfarne; we walk across the sea from the mainland on the ancient Pilgrims’ Way to Lindisfarne. Once there we explore the east and north coast of the island and then return on foot the way we came, walking towards a setting sun. Eglingham and Bewick Moor; we follow moorland paths to Blawearie Farm, a deserted and romantic ruin high up on the moor. A great walk to see birds of prey. Hepburn Woods to the top of Ros Castle – Discover one of Northumberland’s hidden gems on a guided walk through Hepburn Woods to the top of Ros Castle– a hill that offers one of the best 360 degree views of Northumberland. Beadnell to Low Newton; the bays, inlets, dunes and headlands on this section of the coast are a delight to explore. Rare birds, wildflowers and spectacular views make for a cracking walk on the Northumberland coast. Bamburgh to Budle Bay; a lovely coast walk with fabulous views across Budle Bay, the Farne Islands and Bamburgh Castle. Burnmouth to St. Abbs Head; this is a spectacular walk on the Scottish Coast. High cliffs along a dramatic coastline make this an excellent walk. St. Abbs is a renowned National Nature Reserve and it’s a wonderful place to discover and explore. We catch a bus back to our start point in Burnmouth. The Holy Island of Lindisfarne; we walk across the sea from the mainland on the ancient Pilgrims’ Way to Lindisfarne. Once there we explore the island and return to the mainland the same way we arrived, along the Pilgrim’s Way. The Pennine Way from Kirk Yetholm to The Schil; The Pennine Way is 50 years old in 2015 and the northern section is as good as it gets. We follow the high path south to The Schil and then take the easier low path back to our starting point in Kirk Yetholm. Bamburgh to Budle Bay; a lovely coast walk with fabulous views across Budle Bay, the Farne Islands and Bamburgh Castle. The Cheviot and the Harthope Valley; we head for the summit of the highest hill in the Cheviots by following the Harthope Burn all the way to its source. The walk includes a section of The Pennine Way and if time allows, we’ll visit the Men of Auchope, where the views are just stunning. The Holy Island of Lindisfarne; we walk across the sea from the mainland on the ancient Pilgrims’ Way to Lindisfarne. Once there we explore the island and return to the mainland the same way we arrived, along the Pilgrim’s Way. Wednesday 15th July Thursday 16th July Northumberland Coast walk 2.00pm start Friday 17th July Northumberland Coast walk 2.00pm start A Scottish Coast walk 9.30am start Saturday 18th July Sunday 19th July Northumberland Coast walk 9.30am start Tuesday 21st July Northumberland National Park walk 9.30am start Wednesday 22nd July Northumberland Coast walk 2.00pm start Northumberland National Park walk 9.30am start Thursday 23rd July Friday 24th July Northumberland Coast walk 1.30pm start Distance Time 7 miles 11 Km ¾ day evening walk 8 miles 12km ¾ day walk 5-6 hours 4.5 miles 9 Km ½ day walk 8 miles 12 Km ¾ day walk 4-5 hours 6 miles 10 Km ½ day walk 3-4 hours 10 miles 16 Km 1 day walk 8 miles 12 Km ¾ day walk 12 miles 20 Km 1 day walk 6 miles 10 Km ½ day walk 3-4 hours 10 miles 16 Km 1 day walk 6-7 hours 8 miles 12 Km ¾ day walk Footsteps - walking the beauty of Northumberland Our walks programme for July 2015 Telephone Tel. Email Web. 07847 506399 or 01668 213775 to book a place or [email protected] www.footstepsnorthumberland.co.uk With a guide you have the freedom to see more, you’ll go further and learn more, you’ll never get lost and you will discover the secret, hidden places of Northumberland July Type of walk Name of the circular walk Saturday 25th July Northumberland Coast walk 2.00pm start Sunday 26th July Northumberland Coast walk 1.30pm start Tuesday 28th July Northumberland National Park walk 9.30am start Wednesday 29th July Northumberland Coast walk 2.00pm start Northumberland National Park walk 9.30am start Distance Time Friday 31st July Northumberland Coast walk 2.00pm start Saturday 1st August Northumberland National Park walk 9.30am start Craster to Low Newton; voted as one of Britain’s favourite coast walks, see the spectacular Dunstanburgh Castle, the beautiful Embleton Bay, visit a charming pub and a nature reserve. A great walk this one. The Holy Island of Lindisfarne; we walk across the sea from the mainland on the ancient Pilgrims’ Way to Lindisfarne. Once there we explore the island and return to the mainland the same way we arrived, along the Pilgrim’s Way. Yeavering Bell, Easter and Wester Tor; Three hills in one day on a spectacular walk in the northern Cheviots. Expect to see red grouse, wild goats and a great Iron Age hill fort on this our best hill walking day. Bamburgh to Budle Bay; a lovely coast walk with fabulous views across Budle Bay, the Farne Islands and Bamburgh Castle. The College Valley, Hethpool, Black Hag and The Schil; we follow part of St. Cuthbert’s Way, cross the Border into Scotland and join the Pennine Way as far as The Schil, at 601 metres, it’s one of the higher hills in The Cheviots in the stunning College Valley. One of Northumberland’s best. Beadnell to Low Newton; the bays, inlets, dunes and headlands on this section of the coast are a delight to explore. Rare birds, wildflowers and spectacular views make for a cracking walk on the Northumberland coast. The Ingram Valley and Linhope Spout; one of the National Park’s loveliest valleys and its most spectacular waterfall are visited on this walk. Choice of walk ½ day walk Cost per adult Cost per child Family ticket £10 per adult £17.50 per couple £5 (12-16) Under 12s FREE £25 ¾ day walk £17.50 per adult, £30.00 per couple £7.50 (12-16) Under 12s FREE £35 1 day walk £20 per adult £37.50 per couple £10 (12-16) Under 12s FREE £40 Thursday 30th July 7 miles 11 Km ¾ day walk 4-5 hours 8 miles 12 Km ¾ day walk 12 miles 20 Km 1 day walk 6-7 hours 6 miles 10 Km ½ day walk 3-4 hours 10 miles 16 Km 1 day walk 8 miles 12 Km ¾ day walk 4-5 hours 10 miles 16 Km 1 day walk Footsteps - walking the beauty of Northumberland Our walks programme for July 2015 Telephone Tel. Email Web. 07847 506399 or 01668 213775 to book a place or [email protected] www.footstepsnorthumberland.co.uk With a guide you have the freedom to see more, you’ll go further and learn more, you’ll never get lost and you will discover the secret, hidden places of Northumberland Further information Please get in touch to book your place on the walk and to get information about where the walk starts. Walks start at either 9.30am or 2.00pm unless by prior arrangement. Please check the list for the exact details You must have walking boots, waterproof jacket and waterproof trousers for the 1 day hill walks. Also bring some water, (1 litre is ideal), a packed lunch and snacks. Please dress for the weather conditions and wear suitable footwear for all our walks and look at our ‘what to wear and bring’ page on the website for more information. Walks may be cancelled if the weather conditions are poor or forecast to deteriorate over the course of the day. So, what’s north Northumberland like and what will we see? Well we have… …ace walking, purple heather, cool waters, green valleys, Bamburgh beaches, scary castles, wild coastlines, dark forests, smoking kippers, wild white cattle, burns bubbling, puffing puffins, wildflowers, stunning! rivers tumbling, grouse lecking, Border Reivers, Saints a walking, water falling, buzzards circling, sun shining, snowy hillsides, windy wanders, rainy rambles, dippers dipping, geese migrating, curlews calling, peewits peeling, deer running, March hares boxing, history harking, Linhope spouting, peregrines stooping, North Sea’s freezing, island hopping, chilly swimming, rock pooling, mountain walking and so much more……….. On a Footsteps walk in beautiful Northumberland We look forward to walking with you in the hills and valleys of the Northumberland National Park, along the Northumberland Coast and in the rolling Northumberland countryside.
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