This is the seventh Pennine Way map in a series of 9 Zigzag maps. This map of the Pennine Way (England’s oldest National Trail – 60 years in 2025) starts from Garrigill finishing at Once Brewed and covers approximately 24 miles.
Walking the Pennine Way National Trail between Garrigill and Once Brewed is a journey through some of the most varied and historically rich landscapes in northern England. Starting in Garrigill, the trail follows the River South Tyne as it meanders through tranquil countryside to the charming town of Alston, one of the highest market towns in England. This stretch is known for its pastoral beauty, with rolling fields, dry-stone walls, and views of the North Pennines National Landscape (formerly AONB). Walkers can enjoy riverside paths and gentle climbs, while exploring heritage features like the South Tynedale Railway, a narrow-gauge heritage line that adds a nostalgic touch to the route.
From Alston, the trail continues northward through Slaggyford and into increasingly rugged terrain, where open moorland, stone farmsteads, and distant fells dominate the scene. The route climbs gradually toward Greenhead, a gateway to Hadrian’s Wall Country, where the Roman frontier adds a dramatic historical layer. From here to Once Brewed, walkers follow parts of the Hadrian’s Wall Path National Trail, passing iconic sites like Thirlwall Castle, Walltown Crags, and remnants of the Roman wall itself. This section offers expansive views, rich archaeological interest, and a sense of walking in the footsteps of centuries of history.
The Pennine Way is a National Trail in England, spanning 268 miles (429 km). It runs from Edale, in the northern Derbyshire Peak District National Park, north through the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the Northumberland National Park, ending at Kirk Yetholm, just inside the Scottish border. The trail follows the Pennine hills, often described as the “backbone of England”.
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