Dunstanburgh Castle from Craster
Along the Northumberland coast from a fishing village famous for its kippers to a ruined castle on the cliffs.
- Distance
- 5.2 km
- Ascent
- 60 m
- Time
- 1.5 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 24 m
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About this walk
Dunstanburgh Castle from Craster is an easy 5.2 km out-and-back walk with 60 m of ascent, taking about 1.5 hours. It starts at Craster (grid reference NU 256 197).
The walk from Craster to Dunstanburgh Castle is one of the classic short walks on the Northumberland coast. From the little harbour, a grassy path follows the shore north across the fields, with the jagged ruins of the 14th-century castle ahead all the way.
The castle stands on a headland of dark whinstone cliffs, home to nesting seabirds in spring. It's looked after by English Heritage (entry charge). Return the same way, or carry on to the sands of Embleton Bay.
Route
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1
Craster harbour
Walk from the car park down to the harbour.
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To the castle
Follow the coast path north to Dunstanburgh Castle, and return the same way.
Summit
On the way
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Dunstanburgh CastleCastle · on the route
Questions about this walk
- How long does Dunstanburgh Castle from Craster take?
- Most walkers take 1.5–1.5 hours for the 5.2 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 Craster (grid reference NU 256 197). Pay car park at the quarry at the entrance to Craster.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Buses along the coast stop at Craster. Check times on Traveline.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Grassy coastal path across fields; can be muddy.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Cattle and sheep graze the fields: keep dogs on a lead.
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