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Coastal Circular

Howick Hall Gardens and Rumbling Kern

Northumberland

Distance
4.8 mi
Est. time
2h 30m
Difficulty
Medium
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About this walk

Combine Howick Hall's gardens and arboretum with the coast near Rumbling Kern on this mapped 7.8 km (4.8-mile) circular route. Walkmates grades the route medium, with an estimated walking time of two and a half hours before longer garden or coastal stops.

Gardens and coast

Use the route map to check the start and the full circuit; this walk goes beyond the garden paths. The coastal part brings a different surface and exposure, so take footwear for uneven or wet ground and check the forecast. Take care around the rocky shoreline and follow local access signs.

Seasonal access and admission

Routes through Howick Hall's grounds depend on the gardens' paid admission and seasonal opening. They are not available on the same terms throughout the year. Read the official visitor FAQ before travelling. Only assistance dogs are admitted to the gardens and arboretum.

Ask the visitor team about the available coast exits and any re-entry arrangements before leaving the grounds. Keep your admission ticket. The gardens' access information does not establish accessibility of the entire coastal circuit.

Compare a shorter route

The Howick Hall to the Coast walk is a separate 5.8 km route with road-walking notes. For a longer return walk following the coast between villages, compare Boulmer to Craster.

Walk details

Main location
Howick
Nearby towns
Howick , Craster , Longhoughton
Walk type
Circular
Category
Coastal
Distance
4.8 mi (7.8 km)
Est. time
2h 30m
Explorer
Yes, off the beaten track

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4 places
Guidepost
Navigation · 0.2 mi along
Parking
Essentials · 0.8 mi along
The Earl Grey Tea House
Cafe · 2.1 mi along
Guidepost
Navigation · 4.8 mi along

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