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Countryside Out & back

Harthope Valley: Carey Burn to Langleeford lane return

Northumberland

Distance
5.3 mi
Est. time
2h 30m
Difficulty
Easy
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About this walk

Follow the lower Harthope Valley from Carey Burn Bridge to Langleeford, with the burn, alder trees and views towards the Cheviot and Hedgehope alongside the way. This is a valley-floor return walk on the surfaced lane and farm approach, with a gentle rise upstream.

Start on the broad grassy parking verge on the right before Carey Burn Bridge when arriving from Wooler. Walk onto the lane, cross the road bridge and turn up the valley. Keep to the main lane past the Langlee farm access, rather than crossing the burn towards the cottage. Continue past the grassy Hawsen Burn parking area and cross the small road bridge. Follow the farm lane over New Burn to Langleeford. At the junction beside the bridge to the farm, turn back before entering the farm yard or continuing onto the upper-valley track. Return by the same lane.

Allow about two and a half hours for the 8.5 km return, including short stops to look along the valley. The lane has no pavement and carries farm and visitor traffic, so keep alert at bends and use the verge where practical. The starting verge can be soft after rain. There are no toilets or refreshments on the route; Wooler has the nearest services. Keep dogs under close control around livestock, leave entrances and passing places clear, and follow parking signs on arrival.

Route planning references: Northumberland National Park Harthope Valley visitor information and North Northumberland Bird Club Harthope Valley guide.

Walk details

Walk type
Out & back
Category
Countryside
Distance
5.3 mi (8.5 km)
Est. time
2h 30m
Explorer
Yes, off the beaten track

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