Warksburn Picnic
Site
A stunning short trail close
to Otterburn with a memorable waterfall, gorge and
scenery.
Distance: 2Km (1.2 miles). Route
plan
Total Elevation: 55m (180ft).
Difficulty: Easy
OS Map Reference: NT 784 001
GB Grid, Explorer OL16, Landranger
Map 80
Parking: Free parking at the
Forest Drive picnic site car park.
Toilet Facilities: At car park
Refreshments Facilities: None at site.
Accessibility: On foot only on the trail, but there
are alternative trails at the location that may
be more suitable to for push chairs and wheel chair
users.
The Walk
If ever you are passing on the
A68 between Jedburgh and Otterburn, then you must
take an hour or so to visit this spectacular little
trail. The Hindhope Linn trail can be found at the
top end of Forest Drive. There is so much to do
in this area. Close to Otterburn, there is the Brigantium
Archaeological Project, Kielder Forest Drive and
the Pennine Way.
The Hindhope Linn trail takes you through the woods
and around the Blakehope Burn. Descend into the
beautiful gorge and get close to the Blakehope Burn
waterfall. The trail is marked by orange way markers.
Though short, the trail does have some fairly steep
inclines that are made easier by being stepped.
Realistically, the trail can only be completed on
foot.
Park at the Forest Drive picnic area and walk up
the forestry commission road. You will soon come
to the orange way marker on your right. If you fancy
a longer trek there is the Three Kings trail of
about 4Km (2.5 miles) or try part of the Pennine
Way.
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Supporting this Site
Although this site is free to use, it is not free
to run. You are able to contribute to the running
costs by buying maps, books, etc through Amazon.
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