Final stretch of England’s longest nature trail which was renamed in tribute to King Charles officially opens
- Stretch runs from Bamburgh to the Scotland border at Marshall Meadows
The final stretch of the King Charles III England Coast Path in Northumberland has officially opened.
The 38 mile (61km) stretch runs from Bamburgh by Budle Bay, Holy Island and Berwick-upon-Tweed.
The coast path reaches Scotland at Marshall Meadows north of Berwick-upon-Tweed, England’s northernmost town.
It is the last section of the 245 mile (394km) continuous path from Bridlington in Yorkshire running through to Scotland.
The whole 2,700 mile (4,345km) national trail, named after King Charles to mark his love for walking and England’s wildlife for his Coronation, is expected to be fully accessible to the public by the end of next year.
The 38 mile (61km) stretch runs from Bamburgh by Budle Bay, Holy Island and Berwick-upon-Tweed
Vehicles travel along Holy Island causeway in Northumberland which forms the final stretch of the King Charles III England Coast Path
Vehicles travel along Holy Island causeway in Northumberland. The whole 2,700 mile (4345km) national trail is expected to be fully accessible to walkers by the end of next year
It is a touching tribute to a monarch who has spent decades campaigning for the environment.
The coast path features improved signage and easier access to help more visitors to take in the natural beauty and wildlife of the Northumberland coast.
The latest stretch passes through several areas of historical and natural interest, including the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Lindisfarne.
It also provides views of Bamburgh Castle, Natural England.
Natural England Area Manager for North East, Christine Venus, said: ‘Today’s new stretch of the King Charles III England Coast Path will give people all over the country easy access to our spectacular local coastlines.
‘Visitors can explore the stunning Northumberland coastline famed for its quiet sandy beaches and take in historic gems including Bamburgh Castle and Holy Island Priory.
‘This national asset will also benefit the local economy – bringing walkers and visitors past the many businesses on this route, to shop, for refreshments and to stay.’
The Holy Island causeway in Northumberland. The latest stretch passes through several areas of historical and natural interest, including the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Lindisfarne
The Holy Island causeway in Northumberland. Jeff Watson, cabinet member for tourism at Northumberland County Council, said: ‘Tourism is key to Northumberland’s economy and this stunning route should bring in additional visitors all year round who want to experience everything we have to offer’
The Holy Island causeway in Northumberland. Mr Watson said: ‘Tourism is key to Northumberland’s economy and this stunning route should bring in additional visitors all year round who want to experience everything we have to offer’
The project has seen Natural England collaborate with Northumberland County Council, Northumberland Coast AONB and Historic England.
Councillor Jeff Watson, cabinet member with responsibility for tourism at Northumberland County Council, said: ‘This path is a great news for residents who walk our superb coastline and will also open up opportunities for new visitors who want to explore the wonderful assets we have in our county.
‘Tourism is key to Northumberland’s economy and this stunning route should bring in additional visitors all year round who want to experience everything we have to offer.’
The Holy Island causeway in Northumberland. The route along Northumberland’s coast is known for its stunning beaches, often backed by rolling dunes, internationally important inter-tidal mudflats and geological diversity
The Holy Island causeway in Northumberland. The King Charles III England Coast Pathwill encourage more people to visit the coast and learn about the importance of our coastal environments
The Holy Island causeway in Northumberland. The King Charles III England Coast Path reaches Scotland at Marshall Meadows north of Berwick-upon-Tweed, England’s northernmost town
The Holy Island causeway in Northumberland. The creation of the King Charles III England Coast Path on this stretch has improved the popular Northumberland coast path route with better signage and easier access, helping more visitors to enjoy the beauty, wildlife and heritage of the Northumberland coast
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