Ad Gefrin & Yeavering Bell loop from Kirknewton — Northumberland National Park

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Ad Gefrin & Yeavering Bell loop from Kirknewton — Northumberland National Park

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Ad Gefrin & Yeavering Bell loop from Kirknewton — Northumberland National Park

02:14

6.87km

290m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 10, 2024

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Northumberland National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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68 m

St Gregory's Church, Kirknewton

Highlight • Historical Site

St Gregory's is the parish church of Kirknewton. There has been a church on this site since at least the 11th century. The church was restored by John Dobson in …

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1.25 km

Ad Gefrin: Anglo-Saxon Palace and Settlement

Highlight • Settlement

You can really step back in time at this spot. During the 7th Century, the palace of King Edwin of Northumbria and his successors was at Gefrin. Excavations have revealed …

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1.46 km

Yeavering Hamlet

Highlight • Historical Site

Yeavering is a charming scenic hamlet located on the River Glen. Nearby is Yeavering Bell one of the largest Iron Age hillforts in the region and one of the most …

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3.00 km

Yeavering Bell summit and hillfort

Highlight • Historical Site

On Yeavering Bell, you can explore the largest Iron Age hillfort in the region and see the remains of more than 100 roundhouses. There are spectacular views from the summit, …

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6.87 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.99 km

1.97 km

780 m

135 m

Surfaces

3.99 km