Beaches are always a great place to take your furry friend and Northumberland has some of the best in Britain. From huge seven-mile beaches to cut off coves, these often sandy beaches provide the perfect place for both you and your dog to enjoy. We’ve made a list below of 11 dog-friendly beaches in Northumberland so you can plan the most idyllic day possible.
Address: Spittal, Berwick-upon-Tweed TD15 1RJ
Dogs allowed: Yes, no seasonal restrictions
Car park: Free parking nearby
Facilities: Cafe and toilets nearby
Spittal Beach is on the edge of Berwick upon Tweed and has been a popular beach with visitors since the Victorian times. This beach is full of various watersports, from jet skiing and surfing to a relaxing day of fishing. It’s great for your pup as there’s lots of space for a tiring run around.
Address: Berwick-upon-Tweed TD15 2SY
Dogs allowed: Yes, no seasonal restrictions
Car park: Limited free parking nearby
Facilities: No beach facilities
Cocklawburn Beach is a quieter beach than others on the Northumberland Coast thanks to its strong winds, rocky beach and remote location. The large beach is perfect for windy walks with your furry friend or just to observe some of the local wildlife. It’s popular with surfers and bodyboarders because of the space and waves, and the beach makes excellent rock pools.
Address: Berwick-upon-Tweed TD15 2SP
Dogs allowed: Yes, dogs must be kept on leads to protect the rare nesting birds
Car park: Free in the village of Lindisfarne
Facilities: Pubs and toilets in the nearby village
Holy Island Beach is the most popular beach on Holy Island as it’s the most accessible. The beach is also a working harbour, so you can watch the boats come in and out with your dog in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Address: Bamburgh NE69 7DF
Dogs allowed: Yes, no seasonal restrictions
Car park: Free parking near the beach
Facilities: Beach hut providing snacks and drinks, toilets are half a mile away
Bamburgh Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Northumberland, partly because of the golden sands and also because of the stunning views of Bamburgh Castle. This large beach on the edge of Bamburgh is ideal for letting your pup off the lead and burning some energy.
Address: Craster, Alnwick NE66 3DT
Dogs allowed: Yes, no seasonal restrictions
Car park: No official beach car park; however you can park on the road nearby or in Embleton
Facilities: None on the beach but in Embleton you will find a pub
Embleton Bay is a secluded beach that is known for its beauty and views. The beach won Countryfile’s Beach of the Year award in 2017 and remains a stunning beach, with large areas to explore and wonderful views of the ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle. Embleton is nearby with traditional pubs.
Address: Alnmouth, Alnwick NE66 2RU
Dogs allowed: Yes, no seasonal restrictions
Car park: Paid car park nearby
Facilities: Ice cream in the car park, toilets and cafes are in the village of Alnmouth
Alnmouth Beach is a large sandy beach a short walk from the village of Alnmouth. The beach and the village are very much reliant on each other and certainly are an entertaining day out. The beach is excellent for a long walk with your four-legged friend, but caution should be observed when going in the water, as it can be dangerous with fast tides.
Address: Morpeth NE65 0SW
Dogs allowed: Yes, seasonal restrictions do apply between April and September
Car park: Nearby free car park
Facilities: Accessible toilets nearby, pubs
Warkworth Beach is a long stretch of golden beach not far from the village of Warkworth. With surfing, fishing and swimming being just some of the activities available, you and your pup won't be bored here. There are also a number of dog-friendly pubs in the village for a pit stop.
Address: Beadnell, Chathill NE67 5BL
Dogs allowed: Yes, seasonal restrictions apply during bird breeding season
Car park: Paid car park nearby
Facilities: Toilets near the car park
Beadnell Bay is a curved sandy beach with lots of space for relaxing or running around with your furry friend. The waters are excellent here, and there are lots of watersports to enjoy, even scuba diving. There are pubs and cafes in the village of Beadnell once you’re both tired out.
Address: The Stable House, 1 Farm Ct, Druridge Bay, Morpeth NE61 5EG
Dogs allowed: Yes, no seasonal restrictions
Car park: Paid car park nearby
Facilities: No facilities on the beach, however in the nearby village of Widrington there is a pub
Druridge Bay is a seven-mile-long stretch of golden sand with a large dune bank running alongside it. The dunes hide relics of World War Two defences and are great for exploring. The National Wildlife Trust also protects the beach because of the animals that live in the bay. These range from red squirrels to dolphins. The nearest town is Ashington.
Address: Beadnell Road, Seahouses NE68 7XT
Dogs allowed: Yes, no seasonal restrictions
Car park: Paid parking, opposite the nearby golf club
Facilities: None on the beach. A pub, cafes and toilets are all in the village
Seahouses Beach is just outside the large village of Seahouses. It’s both a long and wide beach, perfect for long walks and a game of fetch. Your four-legged friend will definitely burn off some energy here.
Address: Cresswell, Morpeth NE61 5LF
Dogs allowed: Yes, no seasonal restrictions
Car park: Paid parking nearby
Facilities: Toilets on the beach
Cresswell Beach is not as vast as some other beaches, but its location makes up for it. Being near the village of Ellington gives it facilities and its easterly direction makes it the perfect spot for watching the Aurora Borealis, as well as having a good game of fetch.
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