Coast and Castles
Sandy beaches, historic castles and nature reserves teeming with wildlife – this is the essence of the Northumberland Coast.
The Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) is a special place and the AONB Partnership work to ensure that this remains so for future generations to enjoy. So leave the car at home and use the bus to explore this wonderful coastline. Whether you are visiting castles, walking the Coast Path or exploring coastal villages, the bus can get you there and it doesn’t cost the earth!
Click below on the links to download some amazing day out itineraries and fantastic walks.
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Grace Darling
Grace Darling was 22 years old when she risked her life in an open boat to help the survivors of the wrecked SS Forfarshire. The courage that Grace and her family showed on that day is now legendary. This itinerary includes a visit to Longstone Lighthouse where the family lived and the fabulous RNLI Museum and St Aidan’s Church in Bamburgh where she is buried.
Birds by bus - Coquet Island
A boat trip around the RSPB reserve of Coquet Island to see some of the 35,000 breeding seabirds, including the rare roseate tern and thousands of puffins, then a walk along the estuary to the historic village of Warkworth
Birds by bus - Newton by the Sea
The area around Newton-by-the Sea offers great birdwatching throughout the year. Breeding seabirds in summer, autumn migrants and wintering waders and wildfowl can all be seen here.
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Dunstanburgh Castle
Dunstanburgh Castle is one of the most impressive sights on the English Coast. Enjoy this pleasant walk to the castle and continue on to the Low Newton-by-the-Sea and enjoy a drink and a snack in the pretty village square surrounded by white fisherman’s cottages.
Howick
A 9.5km or 6 mile circular trail from Craster, taking in Howick Hall, Cullernose Point and the Northumberland Coast Path. Why not extend your walk to take in the gardens and arboretum at Howick Hall.
Rocky Reefs & Sandy Havens – A walk from Alnmouth to Craster
Discover this beautiful section of the Northumberland Coast Path. From the ancient port of Alnmouth, head north to Boulmer, a former smugglers haven. The rocky shore beyond has hidden sandy havens, ideal for a picnic and a paddle. The route then passes Cullernose Point, a seabird colony in summer, before reaching Craster, home of the famous Kipper.