Pennine Way (Middleton-in-Teesdale to Kirk Yetholm)
~10 days · 125.3 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Pennine Way (Middleton-in-Teesdale to Kirk Yetholm) is known for
The wilder northern half of England's first National Trail, passing High Force, the summit of Cross Fell, and Hadrian's Wall before the final empty traverse of the Cheviots to Kirk Yetholm.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 374 ft to 2,638 ft over 125.3 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 23.0 mi · 18%
- Downhill 29.2 mi · 23%
- Flat 73.1 mi · 58%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Pennine Way (Middleton-in-Teesdale to Kirk Yetholm)?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Pennine Way (Middleton-in-Teesdale to Kirk Yetholm) scores 47/100, a relative rating across the 569 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Pennine Way (Middleton-in-Teesdale to Kirk Yetholm) take?
Most backpackers hike the Pennine Way (Middleton-in-Teesdale to Kirk Yetholm) in about 10 days (9 nights out) over its 125.3 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Pennine Way (Middleton-in-Teesdale to Kirk Yetholm)?
The Pennine Way (Middleton-in-Teesdale to Kirk Yetholm) climbs roughly 16,404 ft total — about 131 ft per mile, topping out near 2,930 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.