Walk Schedule
Here's our schedule for the 2024 festival.
Note that some walks can be accessed without the need for private transport.
Sat 27 April
Walk 1: The Land of The Moss Troopers
Take a walk with us from Haltwhistle through the lawless region north of Hadrian’s Wall where the vigilante Moss Troopers ruled in the 17th Century.
27
Apr
Walk 2: King Arthur and The Romans
This circular walk takes us from Haltwhistle into Northumberland National Park through areas once occupied by The Romans.
27
Apr
Walk 3: How Far Can You Go?
Whether you are new to walking or just want to see how far you can go, this is a great opportunity to take in some fabulous scenery and do it your way.
Sun 28 April
28
Apr
Walk 4: Nuts About Bolt’s
This is an exciting circular walk from Blanchland which takes us from The Derwent Valley through woods and across fells towards Weardale.
28
Apr
Walk 5: Strolling Around the Shire
This is a lovely walk starting in the hamlet of Whitley Chapel where the route takes us across beautiful countryside, through woods and over burns that will eventually feed Devil’s Water.
28
Apr
Walk 6: Mysterious Mosses and Lichens
You say ‘litchen’; I say ‘liken’. Let’s call the whole thing ‘moss’. Except, of course, we can’t do that because mosses and lichens are not the same thing at all!
Mon 29 April
29
Apr
Walk 7: Scenic Silverdale
Starting and finishing in the Village of Allenheads, this walk takes us along and above the beautiful East Allen valley.
29
Apr
Walk 9: Hadrian’s Wall Rocks!
Ice, fire and water have all had a hand in creating our local landscape.
29
Apr
Walk 8: Beautiful Warks Burn
This is a circular walk from the settlement of Stonehaugh in the Northumberland National Park. The village is home to the Star Dome and you will also see some fabulous totem poles.
Tue 30 April
30
Apr
Walk 10: Roman Tracks and The Mysterious Stone
This walk from Bardon Mill in the South Tyne valley meanders its way up to a mysterious standing stone on the fell above Vindolana Roman Fort.
30
Apr
Walk 11: Sauntering Around Slaley
Take a walk with us from the village of Slaley which nestles in a lovely area situated south of Hexham and Corbridge.
Wed 1 May
01
May
Walk 12: Gallivanting Around Geltsdale
This is a fabulous walk starting and finishing in the village of Hallbankgate in Cumbria.
01
May
Walk 13: In the Footsteps of Romans and Augustinians
Our walk begins at Lanercost Old Bridge in the valley of the River Irthing from where we will wander up towards Hadrian’s Wall Path, crossing the course of the vallum on the way.
01
May
Walk 14: Wild Flower Photography Walk
From the pretty little village of Wark we will take a leisurely walk along the banks of the River North Tyne, and through the woods, enjoying the spring flowers.
Thu 2 May
02
May
Walk 15: Bears, Moors and Naughty Monks
This circular walk from Blueback Bridge takes in both the East Allen and West Allen valleys and the moors that separate the two.
02
May
Walk 16: Baden-Powell and Brocolitia
The walk starts and finishes in the lovely village of Newbrough on the route of The Stanegate Roman road in the South Tyne Valley.
02
May
Walk 17: First and Last Brewery
This walk which begins with a steady climb to Hareshaw Linn, a beautiful 9 metre high waterfall.
Fri 3 May
03
May
Walk 18: John Martin Territory
From the picnic area by the River South Tyne at Haydon Bridge, we will walk through an area that gave inspiration to the renowned artist, John Martin.
03
May
Walk 20: Birds in Hadrian’s Wall Country
Nick Leeming is a highly knowledgeable and enthusiastic birdwatcher who has lived in Haltwhistle for many years. His bird walks in the Spring Festival are legendary and are always fully attended so early booking is advised.
03
May
Walk 19: Three Trails in One Day?!
Our walk today begins at the HQ of The South Tynedale Railway in the market town of Alston.
Sat 4 May
04
May
Walk 21: Pennine Peaks and Valleys - Day 1 (Garrigill to Carrshield)
Beginning from the South Tyne valley at Garrigill, we set off deep into the North Pennines towards our destination at Carrshield on the banks of the River West Allen.
04
May
Walk 22: South Tyne Meanderings
This circular walk starts and finishes at Slaggyford Station in the South Tyne Valley.
Sun 5 May
05
May
Walk 23: Pennine Peaks and Valleys - Day 2 (Carrshield to Lintley)
Today’s walk commences in the old mining village of Carrshield from where we will cross the West Allen valley and head up onto the fells before descending to the limit of cultivation in the area.
05
May
Walk 24: East Allen Delights
Starting in the market town of Allendale, we head out into lovely countryside where views open out over the East Allen valley and beyond.
05
May
Walk 25: Wydon Farm Tea Walk
The walk today starts and finishes at Wydon Farm, near Haltwhistle.
Mon 6 May
06
May
Walk 26: Pennine Peaks and Valleys - Day 3 (Lintley to Haltwhistle)
On our final day of the walk, we set off from Lintley Halt, on a section of The Pennine Way, before crossing the River South Tyne and climbing up onto a path with great views over the valley and the Pennines.
06
May
Walk 27: Quakers, Falls and a Viaduct
We visit, stand on and walk under an impressive former railway viaduct over the River South Tyne before crossing open countryside on route to a lovely, quaint Quaker Meeting House.