Inn Way to Northumberland

Location: Northumberland

OS Maps: Explorer 325; 332; 340; OL16; OL42

The Inn Way to Northumberland is a 94 mile (151km) circular walk divided into six day long stages. The route has been devised by Mark Reid, author of the guide book, and has been planned to allow you to experience many aspects of Northumberland's varied landscape, from the wild Cheviot Hills to the lush Coquet Valley and the sweeping strands of the Northumbrian coastline. The route passes no less than 48 traditional country pubs, from which you can select where to stay or eat, and will leave you with a deeper knowledge and understanding of Northumberland.

The six stages, as described in the guide, are as follows:
Day 1 - Rothbury to Warkworth (17.5 miles)
Day 2 - Warkworth to Embleton (15 miles)
Day 3 - Embleton to Bamburgh (11 miles)
Day 4 - Bamburgh to Wooler (16 miles)
Day 5 - Wooler to Alwinton (20.5 miles)
Day 6 - Alwinton to Rothbury (14 miles)

Guide Book: [Click for further information or to purchase]

The Inn Way to Northumberland by: Mark Reid. The guide contains detailed maps, route descriptions, fascinating historical quotations, snippets and pieces of information. There is also a wealth of practical information, plus introductory chapters on local history, geology and fauna and flora. Throughout the book Mark Reid's enthusiasm for his project is evident and he has indeed chosen an almost perfect route to experience all aspects of Northumberland landscape. Details of all the inns and facilities are given for all of the overnight stops at the end of each stage.