8 days tour

St Cuthbert’S Way - 8 Days

St Cuthbert’S Way - 8 Days

This tour includes:

Accommodation

7 nights accommodation on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities where available Described is the normal accommodation that we use on this tour. At the time of booking please be aware that other places might be used instead, if these choices are full or closed for whatever reason. Baths: Many rooms with ensuite/private facilities have a shower rather than a bath, usually because of limited space. Some hotels/guesthouses may however have a separate room in the house where a bath is available to guests.

Meals

7 breakfasts

Others

Information pack including route notes & maps (1 pack per room booked) Emergency hotline GPX tracks of each walk

Transport

One piece of luggage per person transferred from Inn to Inn, not exceeding 20kg Transfer on day 2, 3, 6, 7

Not included:

Guide

Self Guided Tour.

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Others

Lunch, Dinner and drinks Entrance fees Travel insurance Travel to the start and from the end point of the trip Personal expenses such as laundry and phone calls Unscheduled transfers required during the trip Excess Luggage A supplement will apply if you are travelling solo or book a single room Guide - this is a self guided holiday

Flights

Flights are not included

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Itinerary of your trip St Cuthbert’S Way - 8 Days

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Melrose
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrive Melrose

      An opportunity to explore the town and visit the Abbey church, a 12th century foundation that is now a magnificent ruin. Recent discoveries at the site include what is thought to be the heart of Robert the Bruce, buried in a lead casket. Dependent on your time of arrival it may also be possible to visit Sir Walter Scott’s former home at Abbotsford 3 miles away, using taxi or local bus service. Accommodation: We use a number of guesthouses/pubs in this busy village.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Melrose To Harestanes Visitor Centre, Taxi Transfer To Jedburgh 24 Km/15 Miles
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Melrose To Harestanes Visitor Centre, Taxi Transfer To Jedburgh 24 Km/15 Miles

      Straight into the walk with a long rewarding day. Walk over the steep-sided Eildon Hills (402m and 404m), which provide panoramic views of the Tweed valley. Descend to Newtown St Boswells and follow the banks of the Tweed. Just across the River Tweed and accessible by a footbridge is Dryburgh Abbey, another superb ruin and the site of Sir Walter Scott’s grave. From St Boswells continue along the riverbank footpath for about 4 miles to Maxton, and then strike off along Dere Street (an ancient Roman roadway) towards Harestanes visitors centre where we have organized for a taxi to collect you and take you to your accommodation in Jedbergh, (included). Accommodation: Allerton House is a welcoming Georgian House set in a lovely, sizeable garden giving the impression that is is in the middle of the country when, in fact is only 5 mins walk to the main town.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Transfer From Jedburgh To Harestanes Walk To Morebattle 18.3 Km/11.4 Miles
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Transfer From Jedburgh To Harestanes Walk To Morebattle 18.3 Km/11.4 Miles

      Return by taxi to Harestanes (included) and then cross the River Teviot. At Jedfoot bridge join the old Roman Road of Dere Street for a few miles until fairly near to the hamlet of Crailinghall. Next the trail passes the tower of Cessford Castle, which was built in the 15th Century by the Ker Clan and abandoned in the 17th Century. You reach the neat Borders village of Morebattle for your overnight stay. Accommodation: Templehall Hotel is a small country hotel which sits amidst the rolling landscape and valleys of the western Cheviot Hills.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Morebattle To Kirk Yetholm 10 Km/6 Miles
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Morebattle To Kirk Yetholm 10 Km/6 Miles

      Today is only a relatively short day, but has a steep ascent. From Morebattle the route crosses the Kale water river before ascending steeply to Wideopen Hill 369m where the views are literally wide open! Shortly descend to stroll alongside and then cross-attractive Bowmont Water. You then come to our next night’s stop at Kirk Yetholm, just at the northern end of the Pennine Way, Britain’s first long distance trail. Accommodation: The Plough Hotel is centrally located in this small village. The Plough is officially a listed and protected building of architectural importance.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Kirk Yetholm To Wooler 22 Km/13.6 Miles
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Kirk Yetholm To Wooler 22 Km/13.6 Miles

      Today cross the border into England. The terrain becomes hillier, the trail steeper and the views wider as you traverse the northern sector of the Cheviot Hills within the Northumberland National Park, crossing the beautiful College Valley, before descending to Wooler, a market town since the 13th century. Accommodation: Tilldale Guesthouse is a small family run establishment on the high street in this pleasant market town. The property dates back to the 17th century but offers up to date modern comforts.

  • Day 6 Day 6: To Fenwick 20 Km/12.4 Miles - Transfer To Lowick 5.6 Km/3.5 Miles By Road
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: To Fenwick 20 Km/12.4 Miles - Transfer To Lowick 5.6 Km/3.5 Miles By Road

      The route crosses the rolling terrain of Westwood and Football Moors, passing St Cuthbert’s cave, where the saint’s body was taken during the flight of the monks from Lindisfarne in 875AD after a Viking raid. You then descend through forests and agricultural land to reach Fenwick near the main road. There is a phone box here to enable you to phone the Inn where you are staying tonight in order to transfer you to Lowick. Accommodation: The White Swan Inn was originally built as a farmhouse in the early 18th century.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Transfer To Fenwick And Walk To Holy Island 9.5 Km/5.9 Miles
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Transfer To Fenwick And Walk To Holy Island 9.5 Km/5.9 Miles

      In the morning you will be transferred back to Fenwick, from where you cross the main roads before taking the appropriately named ‘Fisher’s Back Road’ down to the causeway across the sands to Lindisfarne. The causeway is covered by the tide for up to 5 hours in every 12, so correct timing is essential. This should be preplanned when you book your holiday and we can inform you of the timings. While exploring the island you should visit the Priory ruins (12th to 16th century), and between April and September, the 16th century castle, which is filled with Flemish furniture and featured in the films ‘Macbeth’ and ‘Cul-de-Sac’ by Roman Polanski. Accommodation: Lindisfarne (Holy Island). In the only village on Holy Island, your hotel is situated in the centre. We do however have to use a number of hotels on the island due to its popularity.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Arrangements End After Breakfast
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Arrangements End After Breakfast

      Depart after breakfast.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but you’re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

You’ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if you’re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 2 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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