Great for beginners, with a mix of hard-packed trail and tiny bit of road, this coastline boasts some of the UK's most dramatic coastal scenery and is known for its sweeping sandy beaches, rolling dunes, and isolated islands. Two National Nature Reserves hold a great variety of wildlife and habitats and once here, you will feel far removed from the pressures of modern life. Take a deep breath, tune into the wind and waves and let the stunning widescreen panorama unfold. Plus, if you're going to tackle the Northumberland stage of the Endurancelife Coastal Trail Series this March, there can be no finer place to train.
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Route info
Start/Finish: Bamburgh Castle NU183349
Distance/Ascent: 16km/54m
Difficulty: Easy
Estimated time: 90 minutes
Terrain: Flat hard packed trail and small sections of road
Refuel: The Castle Hotel, Bamburgh
Toilets: Hedge!
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