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Craster Harbour – View of Dunstanburgh Castle loop from Embleton

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Craster Harbour – View of Dunstanburgh Castle loop from Embleton

Moderate

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Craster Harbour – View of Dunstanburgh Castle loop from Embleton

04:28

17.1km

120m

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: February 27, 2026

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Northumberland Coast National Landscape

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3.45 km

Dunstanburgh Castle

Highlight • Viewpoint

Standing proudly on a remote headland in Northumberland, Dunstanburgh Castle emerges as a remarkable testament to a turbulent era.

During a period marked by strained relations between King Edward II …

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5.67 km

L. Robson & Sons Smokehouse (Craster kippers)

Highlight • Structure

Old smokehouse still in use today making the world famous Craster kipper.

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8.52 km

The Bathing House, Howick Haven

Highlight • Beach

Beautiful house with history by the sea with its own little beach next to it.

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10.2 km

View of Dunstanburgh Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Great view towards the castle. Early in the morning you can see songbirds and seagulls as well as deer, hares and pheasants.

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11.4 km

Craster Harbour

Highlight • Settlement

Small fishing village famous for its traditionally smoked kippers. A good starting point for hikes to the North and South along the coast, including a short walk to Dunstanburgh Castle. …

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12.5 km

View of Dunstanburgh Castle

Highlight • Castle

Wild, windswept, breathtaking ruins; a castle to behold. Moody, dramatic, with the world's tiniest visitor shop!

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13.4 km

Dunstanburgh Castle

Highlight • Castle

Built in the early 14th century, Dunstanburgh castle is a towering ruin full of history. The castle was constructed by Thomas, the Earl of Lancaster and wealthiest man in England …

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14.7 km

Embleton Bay

Highlight • Natural

Embleton Bay, embraced by the captivating ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle, offers a pristine and unspoiled stretch of golden sand along the Northumberland Coast. With its low dunes and minimal human …

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15.8 km

Kittycarter Burn

Lake

17.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.2 km

1.61 km

867 m

758 m

706 m

Surfaces

11.5 km

2.89 km

999 m

706 m

604 m

425 m

Elevation

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Craster Harbour – View of Dunstanburgh Castle loop from Embleton

Dunstanburgh Castle

L. Robson & Sons Smokehouse (Craster kippers)

The Bathing House, Howick Haven

View of Dunstanburgh Castle

Craster Harbour

View of Dunstanburgh Castle

Dunstanburgh Castle

Embleton Bay

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