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Gilsland to Cawfield linear

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Overview

The walk follows Hadrians Wall Path from Gilsland, passing the ruins of Thirlwall Castle, Walltown Gap to Cawfield Quarry. On route we will stop to visit Roman Army Fort. 
the path goes up and down, giving views across Cumbria and Northumberland. Regular stiles and gates along the walk with some steep slopes and stone steps. 

 

Friday, 14 June 2024
Start time:
1:45 pm
Estimated finish time:
5:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
10km / 6.2mi
Ascent:
280m / 919ft
Type:
linear

Walking poles and boots recommended.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 63157 66368
Nearest postcode:
CA8 7AA
what3words:
unwell.rips.kiosk
Start time:
1:45 pm

Gilsland Car park, 8 Hadrian’s Crescent

Finishing point

Grid reference:
NY 71469 66657
Nearest postcode:
NE49 9PJ
what3words:
keyboard.flash.roadways
Estimated finish time:
5:30 pm

Cawsfield Quarry, Pennine Way, Haltwhistle

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