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The Drake Stone, West Wood & Harbottle Castle loop — Northumberland National Park

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The Drake Stone, West Wood & Harbottle Castle loop — Northumberland National Park

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The Drake Stone, West Wood & Harbottle Castle loop — Northumberland National Park

02:05

7.25km

160m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 6, 2024

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Northumberland National Park

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830 m

The Drake Stone

Highlight • Natural

The Drake Stone is afforded a legendary status due to its supposed supernatural healing powers, having been a druid meeting place in times gone by. These days, it's a very tranquil spot with excellent views.

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1.18 km

Harbottle Lake

Highlight • Natural

Here, you are afforded a fantastic view over the serene Harbottle Lake. Please be aware, though, the bog surrounding the lake is dangerous with very deep water underneath it, so make sure you do not stray from the footpath.

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3.64 km

St Michael and All Angels Church, Coquetdale

Highlight • Religious Site

A beautiful church nestled in the countryside at the foot of the Cheviot Hills. People have been worshipping on this site since the 9th century. A short walk from here is the village of Harbottle and its medieval castle ruin.

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6.01 km

Harbottle Village

Highlight • Settlement

One of Nortumbria's most picturesque villages, Harbottle's street of pale sandstone buildings in a delight. The Star Inn is the heart beat of the village, serving as an information point …

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6.64 km

Ruins of Harbottle Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

You can really step back in time at this ruined medieval castle, which overlooks the village of Harbottle and the River Coquet. A Scheduled Ancient Monument and a Grade I-listed …

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7.25 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.55 km

1.73 km

1.45 km

521 m

Surfaces

3.67 km

1.77 km

1.30 km

289 m

151 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (280 m)

Lowest point (140 m)

Weather

Tuesday 5 May

10°C

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11 %

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Trail Reviews

Anna

May 24, 2025, Harbottle, The Drake Stone and Harbottle Castle

An excellent short walk around Harbottle, stunning views of the Cheviot Range from the Drake Stone. I would highly recommend the Star Inn in Harbottle , there's also a National Park information point and a small shop .

The Drake Stone, West Wood & Harbottle Castle loop — Northumberland National Park

The Drake Stone

Harbottle Lake

St Michael and All Angels Church, Coquetdale

Harbottle Village

Ruins of Harbottle Castle

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