Bluebell Wood – Butterfield Woods Entrance loop from Morpeth

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Bluebell Wood – Butterfield Woods Entrance loop from Morpeth

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Bluebell Wood – Butterfield Woods Entrance loop from Morpeth

01:49

6.92km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 9, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.68 km

Bluebell Wood St George's Entrance

Highlight • Forest

The path continues along the road to the right.

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3.45 km

Plague Burial Site

Highlight • Natural

Nice place sit half way along the rive walk between Bothal and Morpeth

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3.55 km

Plague Pits Entrance, Bluebell Woods

Highlight • Forest

Follow the path down hill and cross the road to get to the plague pits

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3.98 km

Butterfield Woods Entrance

Highlight • Historical Site

These woods and the steep sided Howburn valley once held coal mines, from as recent as the 1920s right back to Roman times. You can see some traces of the …

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4.29 km

Flowering Tree in Community Garden

Highlight • Natural

It’s nice in spring with the fruit trees and flowers

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4.36 km

Tommy's Field is a peaceful location by the banks of the Wansbeck River, offering scenic views of the medieval castle gates. A public footpath runs through the site, attracting walkers and locals who appreciate the open space of the allotments.

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6.92 km

End point

Bus stop

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