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North East England

Road along the River Coquet – Rose and Thistle Inn, Alwinton loop from Otterburn

Road cycling routes

North East England

Road along the River Coquet – Rose and Thistle Inn, Alwinton loop from Otterburn

Hard

68

riders

Road along the River Coquet – Rose and Thistle Inn, Alwinton loop from Otterburn

04:14

68.9km

1,080m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 21, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Northumberland National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

19.2 km

Dere Street to Golden Pot Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

From North to South this is a challenging climb but the views from the top are worth it. The road is only accesible when the ranges are open so make …

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2

33.3 km

Sheep Crossing in Northumberland National Park

Highlight • Natural

Watch out for the lambs in May

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3

36.4 km

Road along the River Coquet

Highlight • Cycleway

Lovely quiet road running through the valley

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37.1 km

Valley views

Highlight (Segment) • Other

Great road down the Coquet Valley

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5

39.8 km

Fishing at Shilmoor

Highlight • River

Permits can be bought from the Northumberland Anglers federation. Expect brown trout if the river level is descent through spring. When fishing season is over, Salmon can be seen spawning in the pools close by.

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6

44.0 km

Rose and Thistle Inn, Alwinton

Highlight • Pub

Fantastic Pub in Alwinton. Been in the same family since 1904, and always very keen to welcome cyclists. Camping offered in the field adjacent the pub. Vegetarian Friendly.

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54.3 km

Burma Road Junction, Otterburn Ranges

Highlight • Trail

Looking down into the dip, steep climb up!

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8

54.3 km

Burma Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Rolling road across the Ranges (when open). Lots of sheep who don't tend to move a lot. Up and down all the way, great views on a sunny day

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68.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

68.7 km

226 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

63.1 km

5.74 km

< 100 m

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