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Lesbury

Boulmer and Rennington loop from Alnmouth — Northumberland Coast

Routes
Bike touring routes & trails
United Kingdom
England
North East England
Lesbury

Boulmer and Rennington loop from Alnmouth — Northumberland Coast

Moderate

11

riders

Boulmer and Rennington loop from Alnmouth — Northumberland Coast

02:38

40.9km

320m

Cycling

Embark on the Boulmer and Rennington loop from Alnmouth, a moderate touring cycling route spanning 25.4 miles (40.9 km) with an elevation gain of 1047 feet (319 metres), typically completed in 2 hours and 37 minutes. You will cycle through diverse scenery, from coastal paths and sandy beaches to rolling…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 8.15 km for 1 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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2.33 km

View of the meandering River Aln

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This is one of my favourite viewpoints in Britain - the meandering River Aln. It's particularly striking at sunset.

The River Aln runs through Northumberland from the Cheviot Hills to the North Sea, here at Alnmouth.

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8.75 km

Northumberland Coast Path Off-Road Section

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Between these two sharp bends in the road, there's a choice to make; follow either the tarmac, or the direct line along the coastal bridleway. This section is also the …

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13.3 km

Craster Tower Gateway

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Craster Tower Gateway is an 18th century gateway and iconic entrance to the village of Craster.

The gateway once belonged to Craster Tower, which now serves as a luxury apartment. …

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4

31.4 km

Rennington Village Green

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Rennington is 'off the beaten track' and there is a short stretch of B-road to reach it (not busy!) The village green has a couple of benches and a lovely …

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40.9 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.6 km

4.30 km

3.63 km

399 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

30.9 km

4.99 km

4.73 km

344 m

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Saturday 30 May

19°C

11°C

43 %

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