St Cuthbert's Way

St Cuthbert's Way

A self-guided walking holiday celebrating the many historic sites associated with St Cuthbert.

5 to 8 nights
64-69 miles
Moderate to Demanding

From £565 per person

Find your holiday

About the trail

St Cuthbert's Way follows the story of a 7th century saint who travelled through Scotland and northern England, spreading the Gospel and performing healing miracles. Beginning at Melrose, where the saint started his ministry, and ending at Holy Island where he ended his days, the trail passes through scenery of great variety and beauty.

The walk takes in heather-clad hills, tranquil riverbanks and old Roman roads, visiting attractive villages and border towns along the way. Particular sites of interest include the ruin of Dryburgh Abbey, Cessford Castle, St Cuthbert's Cave and the Holy Island of Lindisfarne, complete with its ruined abbey and spectacular castle.

We offer multiple holiday options along this trail. If you wish to experience the entire trail, simply select the first option from the list below.

Choose your route

  • This route includes dog friendly tour options St Cuthbert's Way - Holy Island Option
  • This route includes dog friendly tour options St Cuthbert's Way - Mainland Option

Dog friendly tours available

Dogs are welcome on select routes along this trail. Look for the pawprint icon when choosing your holiday.

About this route

5 to 8 nights
69 miles
Moderate to Demanding
1st April to 20th October
Includes Dog-Friendly Tours

From £565 per person

St Cuthbert's Way - Mainland Option

This holiday option explores the whole of St Cuthbert’s Way, travelling to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne before retracing your steps back to the mainland. You will then spend your last night in accommodation on the mainland, allowing you more flexibility to plan your return home without waiting for low tide to leave the Holy Island.

Available tours

Code Tour Duration Difficulty Price per person
CUTHM0 From Melrose to Beal(T) 5 nights, 4 days walking Demanding £565
CUTHM1 From Melrose to Beal(T) 6 nights, 5 days walking Moderate / Demanding £675
CUTHM2 From Melrose to Beal(T) 7 nights, 6 days walking Moderate / Demanding £785
CUTHM3 From Melrose to Beal(T) 8 nights, 7 days walking Moderate £895
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