WITH it’s route heading through Northumberland National Park, Britain’s oldest and best-known national trail is seeking to enlist a local brewery to create its very own beer.

Managers at the Pennine Way are seeking a brewery with connections to the Pennines to produce an official beer.

This provides an exciting opportunity for a local business to join forces with an iconic national trail that is part of the British heritage.

The brewery will profit from association with the Pennine Way and the publicity that this brings, while the maintenance of the trail will benefit from a financial contribution from each pint, bottle or keg that is sold.

People have been taking on the challenge of walking the 268-mile trail along the spine of England, from Edale in Derbyshire, through Northumberland to Kirk Yetholm in the Scottish Borders, for 50 years.

Northern hospitality is a significant part of the experience, with many pubs located along or close to the route offering rest and refreshment to weary walkers.

Expressions of interest from breweries will be welcomed until March 17.