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Craster and Dunstanburgh Castle loop from High Newton — Northumberland Coast

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Craster and Dunstanburgh Castle loop from High Newton — Northumberland Coast

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Craster and Dunstanburgh Castle loop from High Newton — Northumberland Coast

04:23

16.9km

100m

Hiking

Embark on a moderate 10.5-mile (16.9 km) hike along the Northumberland Coast, offering stunning sea views and a journey through history. This loop from High Newton, taking approximately 4 hours and 22 minutes with an elevation gain of 321 feet (98 metres), leads you past the dramatic ruins of Dunstanburgh…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Parking

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4.14 km

Embleton Bay

Highlight • Natural

Embleton Bay, embraced by the captivating ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle, offers a pristine and unspoiled stretch of golden sand along the Northumberland Coast. With its low dunes and minimal human …

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5.00 km

Dunstanburgh Castle

Highlight • Viewpoint

Standing proudly on a remote headland in Northumberland, Dunstanburgh Castle emerges as a remarkable testament to a turbulent era.

During a period marked by strained relations between King Edward II …

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5.33 km

Dunstanburgh Castle

Highlight • Castle

Built in the early 14th century, Dunstanburgh castle is a towering ruin full of history. The castle was constructed by Thomas, the Earl of Lancaster and wealthiest man in England …

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6.36 km

View of Dunstanburgh Castle

Highlight • Castle

Wild, windswept, breathtaking ruins; a castle to behold. Moody, dramatic, with the world's tiniest visitor shop!

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7.51 km

Craster Harbour

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Small fishing village famous for its traditionally smoked kippers. A good starting point for hikes to the North and South along the coast, including a short walk to Dunstanburgh Castle. …

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16.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.43 km

5.43 km

1.09 km

942 m

Surfaces

6.47 km

3.61 km

2.50 km

2.35 km

1.35 km

619 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 4 September

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Comments

May 10, 2025,Craster and Dunstanburgh Castle loop from High Newton — Northumberland Coast

Great walk. Still amaze me the beaches around this area. Especially on a nice day. White sand and blue seas.

November 11, 2023,Craster - Low Newton.

english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/dunstanburgh-castle/history

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Craster and Dunstanburgh Castle loop from High Newton — Northumberland Coast

Embleton Bay

Dunstanburgh Castle

Dunstanburgh Castle

View of Dunstanburgh Castle

Craster Harbour

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