Newburn to Newcastle

Rained a bit off and on. Only 6.5 miles and these flatter, shorter walks have allowed hips and knees to recover. Great hiking socks don’t offer much cushion when wet, though.

We are walking along the Tyne into coal country and the multiple bridges make a grand entrance.

An old mine entrance

Sculpture along the way

Our hotel was posh enough I felt a bit embarrassed to be walking in wearing hiking boots and backpack. However, they knew we were coming and treated us as celebrities and we were appreciative.

We had things we wanted to see in Newcastle but really, we’re just a bit tired and the hotel was pleasant and had good food so we just relaxed.