Haltwhistle Northumberland hotels:

The South Tyne Trail follows the route of the River South Tyne from the source to Haltwhistle. Open to walkers and cyclists it is almost 23 miles (36.5km) long and is a fantastic two-day experience in the North Pennines. Following the South Tyne Trail, on foot or by cycle, is a great way to get to grips with the River South Tyne. It runs from the source of the river, on high and lonely moors, all the way to Haltwhistle. The 23 mile route makes an ideal two-day outing. The entire route can be cycled from the source to Haltwhistle. Sometimes the walking route and the cycle trail are one and the same, sometimes the routes differ. Mountain bikes are ideal but the only rough patch is a two mile section near the source so any 'sturdy' bike should suffice. The cycle trail follows stoned bridleway tracks, quiet country lanes, two short A-road stretches and surfaced, disused, railway lines.