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Sewer Gas Lamp – Whalebone Arch loop from Morpeth

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Sewer Gas Lamp – Whalebone Arch loop from Morpeth

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Sewer Gas Lamp – Whalebone Arch loop from Morpeth

01:10

4.45km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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689 m

Haw Hill

Highlight • Historical Site

1.54 km

Stepping Stones at The Stanners

Highlight • River

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 pool in 1956. In 1972, Castle Morpeth borough received a floral clock as a gift, which now adorns the park's southeast area.

The William Turner Garden, established in 1999, is a notable feature of the park. This garden, funded by a generous £2.1 million grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund, includes an aviary and serves as a tribute to William Turner, a renowned herbalist born in Morpeth around 1508. Turner's contributions to documenting British flora are well-celebrated.

Additionally, the eastern section of the park holds historical significance as Ha' Hill, the site of a former motte-and-bailey castle constructed by the de Merlay family in 1095.

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1.58 km

Bakehouse Steps (Stepping Stones), Morpeth

Highlight • River

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, likely dating back to the 20th century, evenly spaced in the river bed. They connect High Stanners on the west bank to Newgate Street.

After heavy rain, the river can flow swiftly, making the stepping stones hazardous to cross. Locally known as the Bakehouse Steps, they play a vital role in facilitating river crossings in Morpeth.

Note there is no right of way on the other side.

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1.81 km

Sewer Gas Lamp

Highlight • Monument

Invented by Joseph Webb in the 1890's these gas lamps were used to ventilate the sewers. The flame drew sewer gasses up the column where they were purified before being released. Each lamp could ventilate 1 mile of sewer.

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1.83 km

Whalebone Arch

Highlight • Monument

This is not the original whale bone cottage, that was 50m to the east. The arch is made of the jaw bones of a whale it is unknown who erected them but it is believed they have been here since the houses were built in the 1920s.

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2.01 km

Lady's Walk and Stepping Stones to Newminster Abbey

Highlight • Trail

4.45 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.70 km

1.52 km

138 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.79 km

771 m

587 m

177 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Sunday 5 July

19°C

16°C

15 %

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Sewer Gas Lamp – Whalebone Arch loop from Morpeth

Haw Hill

Stepping Stones at The Stanners

Bakehouse Steps (Stepping Stones), Morpeth

Sewer Gas Lamp

Whalebone Arch

Lady's Walk and Stepping Stones to Newminster Abbey

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