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A varied circuit from the National Trust car park near Holburn, combining St Cuthbert's Cave with open farmland and the tracks of Kyloe Woods. The sandstone overhang is reached early in the walk, while higher ground gives views towards Holy Island, Bamburgh and the Cheviots in clear weather.
Follow the hedge-lined lane from the car park and enter the wood. The cave is approached on the path rising from its western side. Continue out through the north-western woodland exit, then follow St Cuthbert's Way across fields and a small bridge towards Kyloe Woods. At the woodland junction, leave the long-distance trails to their right-hand branch and continue straight ahead. The return bends west through the plantation before following walls and field boundaries back to the outward lane.
Allow about two and a half hours. Expect gates, stiles, uneven ground and muddy sections after rain. Wear boots and keep dogs close around livestock. The car park is free, but check signs and any forestry notices before setting off.
Start at the National Trust St Cuthbert's Cave car park near Holburn, signposted from the Holburn to Catton road. The walk begins at the car park's north-eastern trail entrance.
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