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Stobsford Footbridge – Bluebell Wood loop from Morpeth

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Stobsford Footbridge – Bluebell Wood loop from Morpeth

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Stobsford Footbridge – Bluebell Wood loop from Morpeth

02:14

8.37km

90m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 14, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.16 km

Stobsford Footbridge

Highlight • Bridge

This bridge was originally erected at Oldgate/Curly Kews in 1872 and moved here in 1931.

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1.40 km

Tommy's Field is a peaceful location by the banks of the Wansbeck River, offering scenic views of the medieval castle gates. A public footpath runs through the site, attracting walkers and locals who appreciate the open space of the allotments.

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1.58 km

Butterfield Woods Entrance

Highlight • Historical Site

These woods and the steep sided Howburn valley once held coal mines, from as recent as the 1920s right back to Roman times. You can see some traces of the …

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1.78 km

Bluebell Wood

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2.21 km

Plague Pits Entrance, Bluebell Woods

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Follow the path down hill and cross the road to get to the plague pits

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2.92 km

Bluebell Wood St George's Entrance

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The path continues along the road to the right.

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6.67 km

Bakehouse Steps (Stepping Stones), Morpeth

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The Bakehouse Steps in Morpeth hold a historical significance as an old crossing point, possibly one of several stepping stones in the area. These steps are made of concrete blocks, …

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6.71 km

Stepping Stones at The Stanners

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Morpeth Park was officially opened on September 11, 1929, following the completion of landscaping, formal gardens, cottages, and other enhancements. Subsequent additions included the pavilion in 1951 and the paddling …

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7.91 km

Morpeth Castle

Castle

8.37 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.93 km

755 m

737 m

632 m

301 m

Surfaces

2.97 km

2.45 km

1.01 km

899 m

873 m

134 m

Elevation

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Weather

Saturday 20 June

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Stobsford Footbridge – Bluebell Wood loop from Morpeth

Stobsford Footbridge

Tommy's Field Allotments

Butterfield Woods Entrance

Bluebell Wood

Plague Pits Entrance, Bluebell Woods

Bluebell Wood St George's Entrance

Bakehouse Steps (Stepping Stones), Morpeth

Stepping Stones at The Stanners

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