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

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Dan Hobson

October 14, 2022

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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.

Rambling_Richard

January 21, 2022

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A good climb with views over Scotland and the Cheviot.

Rob Robertson

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

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

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Hazely Law & Windy Gyle Wedder Leap

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04:26

430m

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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Hazely Law & Windy Gyle to Loft Hill loop from Wedder Leap — Northumberland National Park

17.7km

05:09

460m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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

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