A walking route found in Northumberland has been shortlisted to be crowned the best in the UK.
The Holy Island causeway path has been chosen out of hundreds of nominations to be put forward to be named Britain’s Favourite Path 2026.
The competition is hosted by Britain’s walking charity, The Ramblers, and has been judged by JB Gill, Matt Johnson, and Amar Latif to create the shortlist.
The competition has been made to celebrate “the paths that have become places of adventure, reflection and connection for communities across Britain”.
Why was the Holy Island causeway path nominated?
The Holy Island causeway path provides views of the Northumberland coastline and is described as being a “special and unique walk”.
You have to be careful when completing this walk, as the path to get to Holy Island will disappear when the tide comes in.
The island is described by reviewers on Tripadvisor as being small and “easy to navigate” with “wildflowers growing and fantastic views”.
Along the way, you will pass the “magical” Lindisfarne Castle that has a walled garden that is vibrant in the summer and a peaceful place to stop and relax during the autumn and winter.
Ian Maggimore, who nominated the route to The Ramblers, said: "I'm now at 69 years old nearing the end of my working days holding down a part time job which affords time to do smallish trails while I still feel capable so decided to do St Cuthberts Way.
“The final stretch is across the tidal causeway.
"No one to congratulate you on your completion but a few Oystercatchers and Egrets but the magnificent sights of Berwick to the north.
“The mighty Bamburgh Castle to the south but your final steps reward you with the formidable Lindisfarne Castle.
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“It was so quiet but such a beautiful walking trail and experience and on a crisp bright December day that was more than enough for me.
“Do it. I'm so very pleased I did."
Throughout July, you can vote for the walking route that is your favourite to be named Britain’s Favourite Path for 2026.
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