Northern Saints Trails Itinerary
Plan your Northern Saints Trails itinerary with our day-by-day walking guide. The Six routes, 30–70 miles each route through North East England takes 4–5 days per trail — find stage-by-stage plans, accommodation and tips.
Planning a Northern Saints Trails itinerary is the key to a successful pilgrimage. The Six routes, 30–70 miles each route through North East England typically takes 4–5 days per trail to walk, with overnight stops in Durham, Hexham, Newcastle upon Tyne and other towns along the way.
Use our Northern Saints Trails itinerary guide below to plan your stage-by-stage walk, then use our route planning tool to book accommodation at each stage. Whether you have 3 days or a full week, we'll help you split the route into manageable days.
How to plan your Northern Saints Trails itinerary
The Northern Saints Trails is Six routes, 30–70 miles each long and most pilgrims walk it in 4–5 days per trail. The route is divided into 4 stages, each ending at a town or village where you can find accommodation.
When planning your itinerary, consider your walking speed, fitness level, and how much time you want for rest and sightseeing. You can walk the route in fewer days with longer daily distances, or spread it over more days for a gentler pace.
Northern Saints Trails itinerary options
We've created Northern Saints Trails itineraries for different durations: a 3-day itinerary for experienced walkers, a 4-day itinerary for a moderate pace, and a 5-day itinerary for a more relaxed pilgrimage. Choose the one that suits your schedule and fitness.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days does it take to walk the Northern Saints Trails?
Most pilgrims walk the Northern Saints Trails in 4–5 days per trail. The Six routes, 30–70 miles each route is divided into 4 stages, each ending at a town with accommodation.
Can I walk the Northern Saints Trails in 3 days?
Experienced walkers can complete the Northern Saints Trails in 3 days by covering longer daily distances. See our 3-day itinerary for a suggested plan.
Where should I stay each night on the Northern Saints Trails?
Plan an overnight stop at the end of each stage. The key towns are Durham, Hexham, Newcastle upon Tyne. Use our route planning tool to book accommodation at each stage.
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