St Cuthbert's Cave
Belford, Northumberland
St Cuthbert’s Cave is a sandstone rock formation that has long been linked to Saint Cuthbert of Lindisfarne, an Anglo-Saxon saint from the 7th century. The site is now owned and cared for by the National Trust and it is an incredibly peaceful location nestled away in the woodland.
The cave is only around 1/2 a mile from the car park. Upon taking a left out of the car park, you will walk up the country track, until you reach a gate. You can climb over the stile and then continue for around 1/4 of a mile to your right until you reach another gate; when you’ve passed through this gate, you will find a path through the woodland and the cave will be on your left. I’d recommend wearing comfortable shoes due to the terrain, but it is a relatively easy walk through the countryside. Children will be able to manage this, but it’s not suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs.
Nearby attractions: Bamburgh Castle and Holy Island.
Prices
St Cuthbert’s Cave is free to visit.
Parking
You can park for free at the National Trust car park, but spaces are limited. Use the postcode NE70 7PH, or search ‘St Cuthbert’s Cave’ on Google Maps. Once you’ve parked up, take a left out of the car park and you will see the track to take; your walk will be around 1/2 a mile from here.
**Prices and parking correct as of April 2021**
