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The Northumberland Coast Path - Stage 4 - Seahouses to Belford

On leaving Seahouses, this 10.7 miles / 17.2 km long stage follows the cycle track going west and inland to North Sunderland, then north by footpath,
minor road and through fields to the historic village of Bamburgh, with it's spectacular castle sitting on a high prominence, offering commanding views in every direction.

On departing Bamburgh,, and passing the golf clubhouse the route passes Budle Point with spectacular views to the Budle Bay Nature Reserve and the hamlet of Waren Mill.

The route joins the B1342 main road for a short spell going south-east, before heading west through fields for the inland section.

On passing the small caravan park the path goes through fields and woodland to the road at Spindlestone, then on towards Waren Mill caravan park,
before going west for the final leg of this stage.

This crosses the East Coast Main Line, passes the grain silos and crosses the A1 trunk road.

Following the footpath adjacent to the golf club, the route enters the village of Belford.

Ordnance Survey Maps...

  • Sheet 75 (Landranger) – Berwick upon Tweed
  • Sheet 340 (Explorer) – Holy Island and Bamburgh

The Northumberland Coast Path in Six Stages...

Official Guidebook for the Northumberland Coast Path...

The guidebook (ISBN 978 1 873402 23 6) costing in the region of £4,
is available from local Tourist Information Centres (TIC's), Local Bookshops, or Here.

The DVD - 'Exploring the Northumberland Coast Path' is available from Local Bookshops, or Here.

Door to Door Baggage Transfer...

Baggage Transfer covering the entire route is available from Carry-Lite, details of this service can be found Here,
or phone 01434 634 448 / 07976 356 459.

4 to 6 Day Walking Holiday on the Northumberland Coast Path...

Leading specialist in self-guided walking holidays, Absolute Escapes Ltd, offer a 4 to 6 day holiday following the Northumberland Coast Path.
Details are available Here.