Activities at Souter Lighthouse and The Leas

Get active at Souter Lighthouse and The Leas
Walk to make the most of coastal views, run along the finishing stretch of the world famous Great North Run or cycle the 10.5 miles that make up the two rivers cycle way.

Souter Lighthouse autumn trail
An easy autumnal stroll for all the family across well-established limestone footpaths, starting from Souter Lighthouse and ending at Rocket Green meadow.
- Easy
- 30 mins
- 1.6 miles (2.55km)

Souter Lighthouse Ranger Run
A ranger recommended run route around Whitburn Coastal Park
- Easy
- 10 mins
- 1.2 miles (1.95km)

Let’s get your future cyclists started
Will you be able to keep up with your children once they’ve learnt to cycle? Come along to Souter and borrow one of our free balance bikes – the perfect way to help your future cyclists learn how to ride, in beautiful, traffic free surroundings.

A Great North day out at Souter
Plan a Great North day out at Souter

The Souter Saunter
Take the Souter Saunter and discover much more than a lighthouse standing alone on the coast.
- Easy
- 1 hour
- 2.0 miles (3.2km)