

Explore an 18th-century modified cave with historical charm, scenic woodland walks, and fascinating Georgian-era architecture in rural Northumberland.
Venue Type
Outdoor
Typical visit duration
1-3 hours
Booking
Walk-in
Great walk with the dog you can take the higher trail in and come back on the lower river trail to the historic Grotto carry on up the river to a beautiful wild flower meadow
Very easy to find with Google maps, park safely and walk through the woods. From one direction there are quite sloped paths with steep drops that won't be suitable for all so take it steady, but this is a very interesting place for the kids and doesn't take up lots of tine
Wonderful quiet place to visit by the river, was rather muddy but very lovely place, can get some very nice photo's there 🤗
The Hartburn Grotto, nestled in the picturesque Hartburn Glebe woodland, is a fascinating and secluded spot. It's a structure created in the 18th century (around 1760) by the local vicar, Dr. John Sharpe. Built from an existing natural cave, it was designed as a changing room and rest area for ladies bathing in the Hart Burn river below. It features two rooms and even the remnants of a fireplace.Today, it feels like something out of a fantasy novel or a hidden folly, blending natural rock with Gothic-style carved arches and niches. It offers a surprising piece of history on a lovely woodland walk.
This is a cute little walk, but it's only tiny and the isn't a circular route back to the car without walking on the road were the is no foot paths - there is parking near by but only for 2 or 3 at a push, but the side of the road. Be careful on this walk as alot of drop off the side. Kids lovely exploring the river and the grotto. Not suitable for prams or wheelchairs
Reviews last updated: 7 October 2026
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This venue was last updated on 7 October 2026
