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Summit of Windy Gyle

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Summit of Windy Gyle

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One of the penultimate high points gained on the northern end of the legendary Pennine Way, Windy Gyle is one of Northumberland’s greatest summits. Hikes to Windy Gyle lead you …

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    October 14, 2022

    Hiking

    Windy Gyle might be overshadowed by the mighty Cheviot but it’s one of the jewels of this range. Standing at 2,031 feet (619 m), the summit boasts breathtaking views and is topped with a Bronze Age burial cairn, Russell’s Cairn.

    January 21, 2022

    Hiking

    A good climb with views over Scotland and the Cheviot.

    December 1, 2022

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    Best starting point - carpark at Windyhaugh, near Barrowburn.

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    Windy Gyle loop from Barrowburn

    16.1km

    04:46

    460m

    460m

    Hike the moderate 10.0-mile Windy Gyle loop from Barrowburn in Northumberland National Park, featuring panoramic Cheviot views.

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    Hike the moderate 9.3-mile Hazely Law & Windy Gyle Wedder Leap trail in Northumberland National Park, gaining 1425 feet with panoramic views
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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Elevation 610 m

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    Location: Yetholm And District, Scottish Borders, South Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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