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Hexham Abbey – Hexham Old Gaol loop from Hexham

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Hexham Abbey – Hexham Old Gaol loop from Hexham

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Hexham Abbey – Hexham Old Gaol loop from Hexham

01:25

5.53km

20m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 12, 2026

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4.70 km

Fore Street, Hexham

Highlight • Settlement

Hexham main pedestrian shopping Street

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4.72 km

The Northumberland market town of Hexham, at the confluence of the North Tyne and the South Tyne rivers, is a great base for exploring the North Pennines AONB, the Northumberland National Park and Hadrian's Wall.

In the town, the stunning Hexham Abbey is worth a visit. As is the Sele, a beautiful little park. There is a good number of hotels and B&Bs, as well as many places to eat and drink.

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Hexham Old Gaol

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Hexham Old Gaol is England's oldest purpose-built prison, founded in 1333 by William Melton, the Archbishop of York. Located on Hallgate in the center of Hexham, it was built with stone from Roman Corbridge and served for centuries as a prison for convicts from Hexhamshire and the English Middle March. A Grade I listed building in medieval style, it features thick walls and vaulted cellars.

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2.62 km

1.48 km

833 m

467 m

131 m

Surfaces

2.05 km

1.76 km

1.59 km

131 m

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Saturday 4 July

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Hexham Abbey – Hexham Old Gaol loop from Hexham

Fore Street, Hexham

Hexham Abbey

Hexham Old Gaol

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