Description
Edlingham Castle
Edlingham Castle is half way between Alnwick and Rothbury. The walk here is a very varied one, over fields, tracks and road and through woods and open fields. The church, castle, viaduct and views are highlights of the walk.
Details
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A few small hills and stiles |
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Short distance |
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Easy/Moderate |
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The start
We start at Edlingham Church. There is a small area, just outside the church gate, for parking. We take a path round the Church and across fields. From here you get good views of the Castle and the viaduct. We cross the old railbed in a field next to the hamlet of Lumby Law.
Overthwarts
It might sound like something from Harry Potter, but it is a farm at the top of a small hill (see below). This is just after we cross a small stream called Corby’s Letch.
At the top it flattens off and we continue towards Lemmington Wood, passing by a bridge under the old railway.
Lemmington Wood and Lemmington Branch
We skirt along the edge of Lemmington Wood, with lovely views over the valley where Edlingham Burn runs.
After exiting the wood, we cross a couple of fields and pass below Lemmington Branch, which looks like a medieval castle but was actually built in the 18th century. It incorporates a farmhouse and other residences.
Lemmington Hall
We take roads to reach Lemmington Hall. On the way we will see, in the distance, the John Manners Combined Harvester graveyard, where old harvesters are kept for spare parts. It is a feature big enough to be on the OS map of the area.
We pass Lemmington Hall, which was originally built for the Beadnell family in the 15th century and later modified by the Mayor of Newcastle, Nicholas Fenwick, in the 16th century and William Newton, in the 18th century. It was restored in the 20th century and is now a wedding venue.
Back to the start
We walk through fields before joining the path we used on the way and cross Corby’s Letch again. We head up through the fields to the start.
The Castle
At this point we have an opportunity to look at the church and the castle.
After the walk
We will drive to Thrunton Woods Tearoom for our customary refreshments.
We hope to see you there.
Julie and Martin x
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