Northumberland named in top three UK destinations for sunrise hikes
Northumberland has been named the third best place for a sunrise hike in the UK.
Ahead of the brighter spring days, the outdoor experts at Blacks have analysed data looking at the average sunrise times, cloud coverage and the number of hiking trails in UK regions to reveal the 10 best destinations to complete a sunrise hike.
Northumberland takes third place, boasting over 400 hiking trails, including the Cheviot hills and Simonside as well as scenic coastal treks.
Because the coast faces east, a Northumberland sunrise is a great opportunity to see the sun rise over the ocean and illuminate iconic landmarks such as Bamburgh Castle and Holy Island.
Taking the top spot though was the Peak District, followed by the Yorkshire Dales in second place.
Natalie Wolfenden, Author and outdoor enthusiast at Blacks comments: “Sunrise hikes are becoming increasingly popular, with a 189% increase in searches in the past year alone.
"Spring is the perfect time to go on sunrise hikes. The sun rises later than it will in the summer, so hikers do not have to set off too early, but the skies are much clearer than they would be in the winter months.”