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Bardon Mill, Vindolanda and Allen Banks

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Overview

A lovely walk through farmland in the Tyne Valley. There are views over the famous roman remains at Vindolanda, a section up the National Trust's beautiful Allen Banks property and a historic little church with links to St Cuthbert.

Tuesday, 5 August 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14km / 8.7mi
Ascent:
365.8m / 1200ft
Type:
circular

Toilets at Allen Banks (N.T.) Cafe at end of walk.

Note: Along the route there are nettles and the long grass is likely to be wet and so gaiters or waterproof trousers may be advisable. Poles may be useful on ascents / descents.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Family-Friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 77859 64631
Nearest postcode:
NE47 7HU
what3words:
vies.lions.belly
Start time:
10:00 am

(Limited) Parking bay area opposite the Bowes Hotel or in street.

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