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The best walks and hikes around Thirlwall

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To help you find the best hikes and walks around Thirlwall, we’ve reviewed our full collection of trails and routes in the region. Browse all of the details of each route below — and explore more of the nature around Thirlwall.

Last updated: October 15, 2025

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1. Steel Rigg from Greenhead — Northumberland National Park

24.5km

06:45

420m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Housteads Fort from Greenhead — Northumberland National Park

34.6km

09:29

550m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Thirwall Castle to Walltown Quarry loop near Greenhead — Northumberland National Park

4.21km

01:11

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Birdoswald Roman Fort – Hadrian's Wall loop from Gilsland

4.83km

01:20

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. View Across Gilsland – House of Meg Café loop from Gilsland

5.14km

01:26

100m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best walks and hikes around Thirlwall

1. Steel Rigg from Greenhead — Northumberland National Park

2. Housteads Fort from Greenhead — Northumberland National Park

3. Thirwall Castle to Walltown Quarry loop near Greenhead — Northumberland National Park

4. Birdoswald Roman Fort – Hadrian's Wall loop from Gilsland

5. View Across Gilsland – House of Meg Café loop from Gilsland

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