Northern Saints Trails Stages
The Northern Saints Trails in 4 stages — detailed stage-by-stage guide with distances, descriptions and accommodation for each section of the Six routes, 30–70 miles each pilgrimage through North East England.
The Northern Saints Trails is divided into 4 walking stages, covering the Six routes, 30–70 miles each route through North East England. Each stage ends at a town or village where you can find accommodation, rest, and prepare for the next day's walk.
Use our stage-by-stage Northern Saints Trails guide below to plan your walk, then use our route planning tool to book accommodation at each stage.
Stage-by-stage guide
Stage 1: Lindisfarne to Hexham (30 miles). Follow in the footsteps of St Cuthbert from Holy Island to Hexham Abbey, where St Wilfrid built a great Saxon church. View accommodation and details for the Lindisfarne to Hexham stage.
Stage 2: Hexham to Jarrow (20 miles). Walk east to Jarrow, home of the Venerable Bede and his monastery — the cradle of English Christianity. View accommodation and details for the Hexham to Jarrow stage.
Stage 3: Jarrow to Chester-le-Street (12 miles). Follow the River Wear south to Chester-le-Street, where St Cuthbert's shrine rested for 113 years. View accommodation and details for the Jarrow to Chester-le-Street stage.
Stage 4: Chester-le-Street to Durham Cathedral (8 miles). The final stage to Durham Cathedral — the final resting place of St Cuthbert and St Bede, and one of the finest Norman buildings in Europe. View accommodation and details for the Chester-le-Street to Durham Cathedral stage.
Accommodation by stage
Each stage of the Northern Saints Trails ends at a town where you'll need overnight accommodation. The key towns are Durham, Hexham, Newcastle upon Tyne. Use our route planning tool to find and book pilgrim-friendly places to stay at each stage of your walk.
Book accommodation in advance, especially during summer months and weekends. Some stages have limited options, so planning ahead is essential.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many stages are there on the Northern Saints Trails?
The Northern Saints Trails has 4 stages, covering the Six routes, 30–70 miles each route. Each stage ends at a town or village with accommodation options.
Which stage is the longest on the Northern Saints Trails?
Stage lengths vary across the Northern Saints Trails. Check the stage-by-stage guide above for distances, and plan your daily walking distance accordingly.
Where do I find accommodation for each stage?
Use our route planning tool to find pilgrim-friendly accommodation at each stage of the Northern Saints Trails. The key towns for overnight stops are Durham, Hexham, Newcastle upon Tyne.
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