Emma's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Check out the tides and try to go on a summer evening when the other visitors have left and it’s just you and the singing seals on the beach in front of the church by ST Cuthbert’s island.
89 locals recommend
Holy Island
Check out the tides and try to go on a summer evening when the other visitors have left and it’s just you and the singing seals on the beach in front of the church by ST Cuthbert’s island.
Bamburgh Castle
40 The WyndingAlnwick Castle
A must for JK Rowling enthusiasts
A 10 minute stroll from our cottage to this English Heritage site.
68 locals recommend
National Trust - Dunstanburgh Castle
Dunstanburgh RoadA 10 minute stroll from our cottage to this English Heritage site.
Craster
A great place to fish for crabs
Ingram Valley GB
Worth the drive inland to visit this hidden valley.
Low Newton-by-the-Sea
One of the loveliest beaches on the Northumberland coast
The ancestral home of the Earl Grey’s and a treat for garden lovers- particularly in the spring. Worth visiting for the gardens and a cuppa.
25 locals recommend
Howick Hall Gardens
The ancestral home of the Earl Grey’s and a treat for garden lovers- particularly in the spring. Worth visiting for the gardens and a cuppa.
Catch a ferry from Seahouses. Early summer is best to spot nesting birds - such as puffins.
26 locals recommend
Farne Islands
Catch a ferry from Seahouses. Early summer is best to spot nesting birds - such as puffins.
Sports
Paddleboards and the like to rent in Beadnell.
Beadnell has some calmer water and a popular spot for paddleboarding etc.
27 locals recommend
Beadnell Bay
Beadnell has some calmer water and a popular spot for paddleboarding etc.
Active 4 Seasons
Ollie is a very experienced and friendly guide. Can’t recommend him highly enough.
A friendly course- open to general public- and in a stunning setting.
11 locals recommend
Dunstanburgh Castle Golf Course
A friendly course- open to general public- and in a stunning setting.
St Oswald's Way/St Cuthbert's Way
Adventure Northumberland
Windyside HillNice paddleboarding in Warkworth on the Coquet
Shopping
Trade in your old books for some more holiday reading or stop for a browse sand cuppa on a rainy day.
Barter Books
The Old School Gallery
Foxton RoadA beautiful gallery showcasing local artists
Alnwick Markets
Market PlaceThe Beehive
2 High BridgeA great place to hunt out some vintage treasures
Food scene
Selling bacon baps and locally caught fish from an upcycled container.
8 locals recommend
Bait at Beadnell
Beadnell Bay Sand DunesSelling bacon baps and locally caught fish from an upcycled container.
The speciality is crab sandwiches, and a nice atmosphere for an evening meal with great sea views.
17 locals recommend
The Jolly Fisherman
9 Haven HillThe speciality is crab sandwiches, and a nice atmosphere for an evening meal with great sea views.
Embers
Lovely wood fired pizzas just outside Embleton.Go early before they sell out.
The Ship Inn
Good crab sandwiches and a lovely spot for a drink by the sea
The Joiners Arms
B1340A popular bistro pub serving family friendly meals.
The Cottage Inn
5 The VillageOur local! Dog friendly and serves good value hearty food.
The Stable Yard
Serving lovely scones and just round the corner
L Robson & Sons Ltd
9 Haven Hill4th generation traditional oak fired smoke house.