Alnmouth to Warkworth
Beach and dunes down the Northumberland coast to a castle in a loop of the Coquet.
- Distance
- 7.7 km
- Ascent
- 60 m
- Time
- 2–2.5 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Linear
- High point
- 33 m
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About this walk
Alnmouth to Warkworth is a moderate 7.7 km linear walk with 60 m of ascent, taking 2 to 2.5 hours. It starts at Alnmouth (grid reference NU 246 105). The start can be reached by public transport.
Alnmouth is a colourful village at the mouth of the Aln; Warkworth sits inside a loop of the River Coquet, its main street climbing to one of the finest castles in the north. The coast path links them along the beach and the dunes of Alnmouth Bay and Birling Carrs.
Buses run back up the coast road.
Route
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The coast
Follow the beach and dunes south from Alnmouth to Warkworth.
Summit
On the way
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Warkworth CastleCastle · on the route
Questions about this walk
- How long does Alnmouth to Warkworth take?
- Most walkers take 2–2.5 hours for the 7.7 km route, which has 60 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Alnmouth (grid reference NU 246 105). Car parks in Alnmouth and Warkworth.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Buses between Alnmouth and Warkworth; trains to Alnmouth station, 2 km from the village. Check times on Traveline.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded moderate. Beach, dune paths and a short road section.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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