220: Alston and the South Tyne Valley (North Pennines 2023)

NORTH PENNINES WALK FEATURING ALSTON AND THE SOUTH TYNE VALLEY

"Alston and the South Tyne Valley”
Filmed 7th September 2023
Post-production completed 13th October 2023

My fourth North Pennines film takes me to the South Tyne Valley in the counties of Cumbria and Northumberland.

Starting and ending in the beautiful town of Alston, I walk another section of the Pennine Way (as I had done in the previous three North Pennines films), and then follow a route alongside the South Tynedale Railway.

Filmed in the North Pennines in the counties of Cumbria and Northumberland. Locations include lston, the ruins of Epiacum Roman Fort and the South Tynedale Railway.

Written, presented, researched, directed, camera and sound, edited and music by Patrick Leach.

Special thanks to Brian Conduit, John Brooks, Neil Coates, Visit Cumbria and South Tynedale Railway for their information used in my research for this film.

"The Solitary Rambler" is my series of amateur films of my journeys in the countryside accompanied by my own musical scores, which I compose and perform on my Yamaha keyboard.

Please note that, as with all the films I make, this is not actually intended to be an extensive guide to the area. This is a mini-movie of my personal journey along the walk, in which I often share some of my own personal stories.

DISCLAIMER: Although I work hard to ensure all information is correct to the best of my knowledge, I am only featuring information I have found online and/or in books during my research when putting this film together, so I cannot guarantee that there are no mistakes or errors.

Many thanks and I hope you enjoy watching!

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[mamtadave]

Watching these walks on big screen TV feels like I'm rambling in real solitude ❤😊

[paulbeachcroft]

Great film yet again Patrick. I believe Alston shares the ‘highest Market town in England’ with………….yep Buxton, and I also believe that the railway that closed in 1975 was one of the last to actually close under the Beeching Act……

[kathrynbrock]

Another beautiful walk Patrick. Stunning landscape. Thanks for sharing it.

[Inghamwalks]

What a fantastic Walk Patrick That my Type of Walk Alston Village Beautiful Cheers Patrick

[MrSteveMG]

Really enjoyed another day in the North Pennines with you Patrick ..thank you :o)

[ffrancrogowski]

Glad to see that you had good weather again, Patrick. Yes, Alston does look a lovely town with what looks like some quite old buildings, and two outstanding ones, in particular like the town hall and the church. The further you went on your walk, the landscape was extremely pleasant. That looks a real good setup, the narrow gauge railway and the station, with its facilities. I bet the trains would be rather a joy to travel on. Many thanks for the production, Patrick, it's been really great.

[keeptrekking]

Such a beautiful place m8, another great trek, thanks Patrick 👍

[SetForAdventures]

Very nice that Patrick definitely is a beautiful part of the country 👍
Very best regards Simon

[peakyplodders]

Another excellent vlog Patrick. Beautiful looking area with lush green fields 👌

[DarthRobertus]

Keep up the videos Patrick. Always meticulously filmed and edited. Excellent 😊

[chrisbentleywalkingandrambling]

A beautiful hike, Patrick, definitely a walk of two halves. Lush and green. Thanks for sharing.

[christelbraune]

Vielen herzlichen Dank Patrick.
Das sind stets herrliche Spaziergänge.
Ich bin immer wieder beeindruckt über eure tollen Landschaften und die Architektur!! Ich mag halt England 🤷.
Hier gibt's auch schöne Landschaften und Städte, keine Frage!!!
Thank you. Patrick 👍👋👋

[stephmcghie]

Hi Patrick what a lovely walk, nothing like total peace and quiet sometimes 😊 the little train station looked like a model set! Shame the cafe was closing...thankyou for taking us on another lovely walk, have a great weekend.

[mickbutler]

Another great walk Patrick some lovely views from a county I don’t know much about must visit soon

[steveball]

Another stunning walk Patrick, again I'm a bit vague on this section of the Pennine Way but I definitely remember Alston as we stayed in the Youth Hostel there, you've got to love this country for the wide variety of landscapes we have, as walkers we're all lucky enough to experience and enjoy.

[daveydoo]

Aww i really enjoy the walks. and the interesting facts.. You have the balance right between talking and filming 😁😁

[kennybrydges]

Well Patrick, that was very enjoyable viewing, I live in Ontario Canada now, and having left the North of U.K. I very much miss the countryside, thanks for the upload.. TC 👍🙏

[shanedallastaylor]

hi Patrick just got round to watching your video, and I must say it was spectacular, the views were amazing, and the music was delightful.and Alston looked a lovely place.cannot wait for another fantastic video.take care.👍👍❤️❤️

[kellyshaw]

I've watched people walking the pennine way before but their videos didn't do it justice. Your in-depth walks around the North Pennines have really shown the contrasting beauty of the area. It's been fantastic. Alston looks marvellous with it's old stone buildings. The hillside and different types of trees really makes it a beautiful part of our isles. I bet your time staying in the area flew by. I liked the Northumberland and Cumberland sign. I do like a Cumberland sausage. Brilliant as always and so glad you got to visit the North Pennines and take us along too. Cheers Patrick

[clarkfamilypaul]

Wonderful video, Patrick, I also love this part of the UK. Shame no trains were running. Do you plan to visit High Cup Nick and Cross Fell in the future?