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Thirlwall Castle to Walltown Quarry loop from Halfwhistle — Northumberland National Park

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Thirlwall Castle to Walltown Quarry loop from Halfwhistle — Northumberland National Park

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Thirlwall Castle to Walltown Quarry loop from Halfwhistle — Northumberland National Park

02:01

17.5km

260m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 10, 2024

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Northumberland National Park

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Start point

Train Station

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6.25 km

Thirlwall Castle Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

With border war raging, life in Northumberland was dangerous between 1300 and 1600. Wealthy families like the Thirlwalls protected themselves by building strongholds like Thirlwall Castle. Built during the 12th …

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7.49 km

Walltown Quarry Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

The tall crags and large quarry pond at Walltown make for great explorations. Surrounded by woodland and meadows, there are easy-going and well-maintained paths around the area, meaning all ages and abilities can enjoy the scenery and the abundant wildlife.

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8.39 km

Walltown Crags and Hadrian's Wall

Highlight • Viewpoint

Walltown Crags is a spectacular section of Hadrian’s Wall and viewpoint in Hexham, Northumberland National Park. From here, you can see the Roman Walltown Turret, walk along a section of …

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13.1 km

Cawfields Milecastle 42, Hadrian's Wall

Highlight • Historical Site

Milecastle 42 is one of the forts built on Hadrian's Wall during the Roman era. These milecastles placed in intervals of about a Roman mile on the wall. This one is on a well preserved section of the historic monument.

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17.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.88 km

4.76 km

4.34 km

474 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.63 km

4.72 km

2.22 km

1.79 km

1.25 km

816 m

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (110 m)

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Thirlwall Castle to Walltown Quarry loop from Halfwhistle — Northumberland National Park

Thirlwall Castle Ruins

Walltown Quarry Nature Reserve

Walltown Crags and Hadrian's Wall

Cawfields Milecastle 42, Hadrian's Wall

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