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North East England

Statue of Harry Hotspur, Alnwick – Alnwick Market Place loop from Powburn

Bike touring routes & trails

North East England

Statue of Harry Hotspur, Alnwick – Alnwick Market Place loop from Powburn

Hard

3.0

(1)

12

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Statue of Harry Hotspur, Alnwick – Alnwick Market Place loop from Powburn

02:29

38.9km

460m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 21, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 19.0 km for 71 m

After 27.1 km for 89 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

17.8 km

View of Alnwick Castle from Lion Bridge

Highlight • Castle

There's a layby at the side of this road which gives you the best view of Alnwick Castle from the outside. A couple of hundred yards down the hill is the famous Lion Bridge, much beloved of wedding couples.

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2

18.2 km

Alnwick Castle Barbican

Highlight • Historical Site

This entrance to Alnwick Castle is from the town side. It is part of the castles defence wall which surrounds it.

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3

18.4 km

Statue of Harry Hotspur, Alnwick

Highlight • Historical Site

Harry Hotspur is the most famous member of the Percy House. He was a young warrior.

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4

18.8 km

Alnwick Market Place

Highlight • Settlement

Alnwick is a prominent town, with all amenities including large supermarkets. And, of course, a castle... The cobbled areas of the marketplace are attractive.

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5

19.1 km

Alnwick Market Square and Castle Gate

Highlight • Castle

Alnwick is full of history and sites too see. There are lots of lovely boutique shops also.

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6

27.2 km

Hidden Footbridge and Ford

Highlight • Bridge

The footbridge is quite well hidden but it’s there if the river is a bit high and you don’t fancy getting your feet wet through the ford.

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7

32.8 km

Glanton Post Office

Highlight • Rest Area

Pretty basic but they have cans of juice and snacks.

Tip by

36.0 km

Whaupmoor Burn

Lake

B

38.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

37.8 km

410 m

405 m

247 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

35.8 km

2.97 km

142 m

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Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

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Thursday 2 July

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