Jon, Shepherds Walks

Our guided walk programme for 2027 is now live - ow.ly/M90V51029M0

Walking in the Dark: Head Torch Tips - shepherdswalks.co.uk/blogs/n…

This season 5,131 visitors popped in to see the Kielder ospreys, helped by 1,297 hours of volunteer time. A £500 gift from the Redefest legacy will help the volunteers carry on. Hats off to them shepherdswalks.co.uk/blogs/n…

Some pictures from last years Coastal Challenge Walk, you booked onto next years event? - coastalchallenge.co.uk/index…

It lovely to look back at this years Northern Pennine Way Challenge, are booked onto next years event? - penninewaychallenge.co.uk/in…

We went 'Orange' at this year's Northern Pennine Way Challenge Walk, I hope you liked it.

Unsure on where to start, please do check out our Map and compass courses, here in Northumberland - ow.ly/nhPA5100NlB

The Northumberland Line has now carried over 2 million passengers. Handy for us: hop on the train, leave the car at home and be out on the coast or countryside paths in no time (max fare £3, too) - ow.ly/r2zJ5100aI5

The amazing crew at Shepherds Walks, we could not do it without them.

Heads up for anyone walking near Belford, Bamburgh or Holy Island: bird flu has been confirmed. Keep dogs on leads, steer clear of any dead birds and check the council's latest guidance before you set off - ow.ly/7bWj5100aE3

Hadrian's Wall Guided Walking Holiday - April 2027 - 3 Rooms available! Walk the complete Hadrian's Wall Path from Bowness-on-Solway to Wallsend on our fully guided walking holiday. ow.ly/t7gR50ZXXuq #HadriansWall #WalkingHoliday

Walk Hadrian's Wall West to East or East to West? Our Local Advice. We have been walking this trail and looking after guests on it for years, and we have a clear favourite. Check out our blog article for our useful advice.ow.ly/2iiA50ZXXeb

🌧️ Wet weather doesn't have to spoil your walk! 🥾✨ With the right layers, a few smart habits, and a positive mindset, a rainy challenge walk can turn into one of the best days you’ll ever have on foot. 🌲🚶‍♂️💪 ow.ly/HcZl50ZXVmq #RainOrShine #WalkingAdventures #GetOutside

Local author Jon Tait has written his latest book and it sounds like a page turner. The Border Mafia: Jailbreaks, Crime, Corruption and the Anglo-Scottish Reivers. Link to publisher is in the article. ow.ly/prsp50ZXUIE

Our Shepherds Walks St Cuthbert's Way Guided trip is always a huge success, why not take a look at our 2027 trips. ow.ly/kPaG50ZVTK1

Did you hear this boradcast on radio 4's Farming Today programme bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0032g…

Have you been out walking today in this autumn weather? 🍂🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️ Comment below—we love to hear about your adventures! 🌄✨

Ask a walker which way north is and you will usually get a confident point. Ask which north, and things get interesting. There are three, and your compass also has a hemisphere to think about. Check out our Blog - ow.ly/e8vF50ZVRgb #CompassZones #TrueNorth #MagneticNorth

Our hugely popular Map & Compass Courses are now online for 2027! 🗺️🧭 With locations in both Rothbury and The Lakes, why not join us for a great day gaining knowledge and confidence in the great outdoors? 🌄✨ ow.ly/612h50ZTsYM #MapAndCompass #OutdoorSkills