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The best running trails in Northumberland

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Running in Northumberland is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Northumberland—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: December 4, 2025

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1. Kielder Lakeside Way Loop — Kielder Forest Park

42.7km

05:04

390m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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2. Derwent Reservoir loop from Millshield picnic site — North Pennines

15.3km

01:37

130m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. The Cheviot Horseshoe Fell Race loop from Langleeford — Northumberland National Park

15.5km

02:22

780m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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4. Little Church Rock — Simonside and Dove Crag loop from Simonside Car Park — Northumberland National Park

8.42km

01:03

220m

230m

Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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5. Steel Rigg & Sycamore Gap to Housesteads Fort from Steel Rigg — Northumberland National Park

9.93km

01:14

200m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Holy Island loop — Northumberland Coast

9.77km

01:04

30m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Simonside & Dove Crag loop from Simonside Car Park — Northumberland National Park

7.41km

00:55

210m

Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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8. Crag Lough loop from Steel Rigg — Northumberland National Park

7.77km

00:53

120m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Simonside Hills loop from Lordenshaws — Northumberland National Park

19.3km

02:23

330m

320m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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10. Dunstanburgh Castle loop from Craster — Northumberland Coast

7.91km

00:50

60m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails in Northumberland

1. Kielder Lakeside Way Loop — Kielder Forest Park

2. Derwent Reservoir loop from Millshield picnic site — North Pennines

3. The Cheviot Horseshoe Fell Race loop from Langleeford — Northumberland National Park

4. Little Church Rock — Simonside and Dove Crag loop from Simonside Car Park — Northumberland National Park

5. Steel Rigg & Sycamore Gap to Housesteads Fort from Steel Rigg — Northumberland National Park

6. Holy Island loop — Northumberland Coast

7. Simonside & Dove Crag loop from Simonside Car Park — Northumberland National Park

8. Crag Lough loop from Steel Rigg — Northumberland National Park

9. Simonside Hills loop from Lordenshaws — Northumberland National Park

10. Dunstanburgh Castle loop from Craster — Northumberland Coast

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