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Thirlwall Castle Ruins – Walltown Quarry Nature Reserve loop from Thirlwall

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Thirlwall Castle Ruins – Walltown Quarry Nature Reserve loop from Thirlwall

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Thirlwall Castle Ruins – Walltown Quarry Nature Reserve loop from Thirlwall

01:30

5.22km

120m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 12, 2026

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Northumberland National Park

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Parking

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135 m

Juniper Cottage Honesty Box

Highlight • Rest Area

Life-saving Blister packs and great flapjacks

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487 m

With border war raging, life in Northumberland was dangerous between 1300 and 1600. Wealthy families like the Thirlwalls protected themselves by building strongholds like Thirlwall Castle. Built during the 12th …

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2.54 km

Walltown Crags and Hadrian's Wall

Highlight • Viewpoint

Walltown Crags is a spectacular section of Hadrian’s Wall and viewpoint in Hexham, Northumberland National Park. From here, you can see the Roman Walltown Turret, walk along a section of …

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2.84 km

Hadrian's Wall at Walltown

Highlight • Historical Site

This is one of the best stretches of Hadrian's Wall as it weaves and slithers through valleys and over hilltop crags. The wall is in good condition here and shows …

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3.52 km

Walltown Quarry Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

The tall crags and large quarry pond at Walltown make for great explorations. Surrounded by woodland and meadows, there are easy-going and well-maintained paths around the area, meaning all ages and abilities can enjoy the scenery and the abundant wildlife.

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5.22 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.30 km

1.61 km

177 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.27 km

1.37 km

225 m

179 m

121 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (130 m)

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Friday 8 May

9°C

2°C

47 %

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Thirlwall Castle Ruins – Walltown Quarry Nature Reserve loop from Thirlwall

Juniper Cottage Honesty Box