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Rothbury & Bellingham loop on the Sandstone Way

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Rothbury & Bellingham loop on the Sandstone Way

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Rothbury & Bellingham loop on the Sandstone Way

06:30

83.0km

1,000m

Mountain biking

Embark on the Rothbury & Bellingham loop, a difficult mountain biking adventure spanning 51.6 miles (83.0 km) with a significant 3284 feet (1001 metres) of elevation gain. This challenging route, typically taking around 6 hours and 29 minutes, winds through Northumberland's diverse landscapes. You will encounter a mix of unpaved…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Parking

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389 m

Carriages Tea Room

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Tea on the Train in Bellingham is a unique stopover for cyclists: this tearoom, housed in a historic high-speed train carriage in Station Yard, serves delicious homemade pastries, savory snacks, …

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39.9 km

Rothbury Village Centre

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Rothbury is a peaceful town in the heart of Northumberland. Close to the hills and the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it is an ideal base for explorations. …

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46.8 km

Viewpoint on Simonside Hills

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The climb from Rothbury is nearly 300m elevation gain, but it's really worth it when you see the views here on a clear day. For the very, very best experience, …

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83.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

35.8 km

31.1 km

5.86 km

5.67 km

4.44 km

169 m

Surfaces

40.8 km

31.0 km

5.29 km

3.52 km

2.05 km

411 m

Elevation

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Highest point (380 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

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Rothbury & Bellingham loop on the Sandstone Way

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Rothbury & Bellingham loop on the Sandstone Way

Carriages Tea Room

Rothbury Village Centre

Viewpoint on Simonside Hills

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