• Ford - The journey begins at the meeting point in Ford village, a charming “model village” reconstructed in the 19th century. The route passes the old school, now an art gallery, which is worth visiting later (allow 30 minutes). Exiting the village, the path leads through woodland and across open fields towards Hay Farm Heavy Horse Centre (15 minutes). Along the way, fields often host majestic shire horses, and the path gently ascends towards the open moor (20 minutes). Here, one can pause to admire the stunning views of the Cheviot Hills and Scotland.
• Etal - After traversing a brief woodland section, the path descends towards Etal village, passing the estate farm and sawmill (20 minutes). Etal village features charming whitewashed cottages, a tearoom, a thatched pub, and the historic Etal Castle (can be visited later - 45 minutes).

Glimpses of the 18th-century Etal Manor, complete with its private chapel, can be seen as the route continues towards Heatherslaw (20 minutes). Crossing the River Till, the path passes by the miniature steam railway (30 minutes), which offers rides to Etal and back. The next stop is a medieval water-powered flour mill, accompanied by a delightful tearoom and craft shops worth exploring (20 minutes).
The route continues across estate fields to the riverside, following it until reaching Ford Bridge (40 minutes). After crossing the bridge, the path enters the grounds of Ford Castle through grand entrance pillars, leading along the carriage drive to the Castle, now a children’s activity centre.

• Ford - The castle serves as a fitting conclusion to the walk. The entire walk covers approximately six miles and takes about four hours, offering opportunities to enjoy the scenery, learn about the area’s history, and discover how the estate functions in the 21st century.

• Guided services

• Snacks

The stroll will narrate tales about the olden days of the estates alongside showcasing how the estates have preserved a tight-knit community devoted to its environment in the modern world.

You will learn about the significant, history-defining conflicts that occurred in the vicinity. Enigmatic curses pronounced against competing clans and assassinations executed in less lawful eras.

Uncover why a single village was entirely reconstructed by a lady from the Victorian era and unearth why images of coal-mining ponies adorn the Earl’s emblem. The current estate is home to a center for shire horses, a microbrewery, a tiny railway, an operating flour mill, and an art gallery. There is a plethora of sights to see here and the stroll will touch upon all of them.

The guide has collaborated with the property owner to ensure the accuracy of the facts. The nearby countryside offers stunning vistas towards the Cheviot Hills and Scotland and the routes taken will be tranquil and serene.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.