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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
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Overview

Join the celebrations with this longer walk on the Pennine Way. 

On arrival of the AD122 bus from Hexham (@9am), our route follows the Pennine Way north from Hadrian's Wall to Bellingham. 

We aim to have tea in Bellingham before returning by bus to Hexham. 

Saturday, 12 July 2025
Start time:
8:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
20.9km / 13.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear

Advance booking is required for this walk. To reserve your place, please e-mail the walk leader, Carol, through the contact box above -  and remember to include your mobile number in the e-mail.  

Booking opens on Monday, 7th July.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 93960 63978
Nearest postcode:
NE46 1QJ
what3words:
windpipe.buildings.flats
Start time:
8:30 am

Please meet at Hexham Bus Station in time to catch the 8:30am AD 122 bus to Hadrian's Wall (Grandy's Shield stop just after Housesteads). Bus passes are valid on this bus and the regular fare is currently £2.50.

Finishing point

Grid reference:
NY 83268 83414
Nearest postcode:
NE48 2JT
what3words:
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Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm

The walk will finish in Bellingham. The Tynedale Links bus service 680 leaves Bellingham for Hexham at 16:40, 18:40 and 19:40 should you wish to explore the town or the First & Last Brewery.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking