Between these two sharp bends in the road, there's a choice to make; follow either the tarmac, or the direct line along the coastal bridleway. This section is also the Northumberland Coast path (and England Coast path) and is unsurfaced and a little rough in placs - but perfectly passable for all but skinny tyres. It is slower going than the tarmac option, and you may need to push your bike a few metres in a couple of locations. But, to get off-road and be so close to the sea - it's well worthy of consideration!

The Wandering Fiona

September 27, 2020

Cycling

Beautiful scenery but bumpy path with a section to walk over the sand to the bridge.

The Yawning Kea

October 13, 2020

Cycling

Great trails and lovely empty sandy beaches.

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Cycle the moderate 20.3-mile North Sea Cycle Route: Alnmouth to Dunstanburgh Castle Loop for coastal views and historic castles.

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Distance 1.81 km

Uphill 20 m

Downhill 30 m

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Location: Longhoughton, North East England, England, United Kingdom

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View of Dunstanburgh Castle from NCN1

Northumberland Coast Path Off-Road Section

1. Boulmer and Rennington loop from Alnmouth — Northumberland Coast

2. Boulmer and Alnwick loop from Alnmouth

3. North Sea Cycle Route: Alnmouth to Dunstanburgh Castle Loop

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