This guided walk starts with breakfast at the ancient church of St Cuthbert's, Elsdon at 9am. The Trail winds its way through the beautiful landscape of Redesdale, via Smoutel Ford, and up to St Cuthbert's, Corsenside for a packed lunch. After taking in the breathtaking views, we drop down to West Woodburn and then on to Cuddy's Well in Bellingham and a well deserved afternoon tea.During the walk, we will learn about the life of St Cuthbert as we walk through some of the most beautiful scenery in Northumberland.Most of this 15 mile walk (18 miles if stepping stones at the Ford are not passable) is on paths and roads, but one section is over wet and challenging grassland. Walking boots and wet weather gear are essential. Please bring a packed lunch.Transport to the start of the walk may available on request. Just walking the morning or afternoon is also a possibility.To book your place, please contact Cath Brennand on 07949 977482 or email cath.brennand@gmail.com
Revd. Dr Claire Maxim (New Priest in Charge of North Tyne and Redesdale) and The Rt Revd. Mark Wroe Bishop of Berwick and Acting Bishop of Newcastle outside St Cuthbert’s Church, Elsdon after Claire’s Licensing on Thursday 19th May 2022
The St Cuthbert’s Three-Church Trail links the three St. Cuthbert’s churches in North Tyne and Redesdale, travelling from Elsdon to Corsenside and Bellingham.The three churches are dedicated in the name of St Cuthbert, as being places where his coffin rested in the 9th century or even places which Cuthbert may have visited in the 7th century as he made long missionary journeys in remote Northumbria. The trail is walked as an annual pilgrimage on or around St Cuthbert’s Day, celebrated on 4th September (an official alternative date to the traditional 20th March). The picture above shows walkers crossing Smoutel Ford on 4th September 2021. The St. Cuthbert's Three-Church Trail Walking Guide is available in the three St Cuthbert’s churches (suggested minimum donation £5 (+ p&p if required) or by emailing Marie Ness marie@training4business.org
