The old Rothbury branch line opened in 1870 and carried steam trains from the junction at Scots' Gap to growing Rothbury. It closed in 1966.
The old trail is a nice easy walk and part of it is used in the waymarked Wannie Line Walk.

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1. Wannie Line walk from Scots' Gap

10.8km

02:49

80m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. View of Rothley Crags – Wannie Line Walk loop from Scots Gap

16.6km

04:25

180m

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3. Wannie Line Walk – View of Rothley Crags loop from Scots Gap

16.2km

04:17

160m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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1. Wannie Line walk from Scots' Gap

2. View of Rothley Crags – Wannie Line Walk loop from Scots Gap

3. Wannie Line Walk – View of Rothley Crags loop from Scots Gap

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