Contours Walking Holidays
Embark on one of our 3-12 day itineraries from Holy Island over beaches and moors, with map, guidebook, cosy accommodation and daily luggage transfers included. Follow the Northumbrian coast past castles and villages, and wander riverbanks and farmland as you near Chollerford.
Contours Walking Holidays
https://www.contours.co.uk/st-oswalds-way-trail
A deeply historic walk featuring important landmarks associated with the 7th century King of Northumbria.
From £370 per person
St Oswald’s Way links some of the most important sites associated with St Oswald, the 7th century King of Northumbria. Commencing from the Holy Island of Lindisfarne, St Oswald’s Way follows the coastline of Northumberland past many impressive castles, fishing villages and old market towns, exploring a varied landscape of sandy beaches, heather-clad moors, pine-scented forests, rich farmland and tranquil riverbanks.
The walk also boasts a wealth of history to be discovered, including the ancient town of Bamburgh, St Oswald’s Church in Heavenfield, an Iron Age hillfort at Lordenshaws and even parts of the iconic Hadrian’s Wall are visited along the way.
Dogs are welcome on select routes along this trail. Look for the pawprint icon when choosing your holiday.
“While it was reassuring to know that Contours were there if we needed them, it was probably an indication of the care you’d put into planning for us that we never needed to get in touch.”Mr Boardman, UK
“Lucky with the weather. Quite varied scenery and accommodation.”Mrs Marriott, UK
“We are back safe and sound after walking the St. Oswald’s Way. I have to say it was probably one of the most amazing walks I have done – so beautiful and so interesting and we were blessed with terrific weather. I want to thank you and Contours for organising another great walking adventure. Everything went very smoothly. The walk is extraordinary – great vistas and so much variety. We loved Holy Island and the castles and the beaches and the heather covered moorland. I’m already looking forward to booking my next walking holiday with Contours!”Mrs Sohn, UK
“Well supported and a beautiful varied walk. In addition to a great holiday the logistics were excellent – the baggage carriers never let us down and taxi drivers used were helpful and knowledgeable. You have a great selection of well-known and lesser known trails so can't wait to pick the next one”Ms Chedzey, UK
“All went very smoothly, lovely walking experience.”Ms Morgan, UK
“Excellent trip. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the walk, it was very beautiful and your planning seemed to work brilliantly. It was beautifully organised thank you.”Mrs Tickell, UK
“This was our 7th booking with you; obviously, we are satisfied customers.”Mr Pace, USA
“More arduous than some walks but beautiful scenery and some very good accommodation/restaurants.”Mr Watts, Australia
“Brilliant, varied walk.”Mrs Johnson, UK