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Alnmouth Beach

Northumberland, England


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Alnmouth Beach, situated on the Northumberland coast, is a serene and picturesque destination that offers a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Alnmouth Beach is a quiet sandy beach set in a wide bay, providing a beautiful rural setting with plenty of opportunities for bird watching along the sand dunes. The beach is located at the mouth of the River Aln, with the river's estuary opening onto the south of the beach.

The village of Alnmouth, situated on the north bank of the River Aln, is a charming collection of elegant red-roofed houses that nearly spills down to the sand. Although the village was once home to an important harbour, the great storm of Christmas Eve, 1806, changed the course of the river, leaving the harbour stranded. Today, the village focuses on the beach, offering a range of activities for visitors.

Visitors to Alnmouth Beach can enjoy a variety of activities, including building sandcastles, horseback riding, and long walks along the shoreline. However, swimming is not generally recommended, particularly towards the estuary mouth on a dropping tide, due to safety concerns. Warning signs are in place to advise against paddling near the river mouth.

The beach, particularly the area to the south of the estuary, offers a wealth of bird and wildlife watching opportunities, with vast expanses of dunes providing a natural habitat for various species. As part of the Northumberland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the scenery at Alnmouth Beach is stunning, with rolling sand dunes and unspoilt views.

Visitors can also enjoy a round of golf at the Alnmouth Village Golf Club, which opened in 1869 and offers breathtaking views, particularly at the 7th tee. The golf club is situated near the beach and provides a unique recreational experience.

Alnmouth Beach is on the North Northumberland Heritage Coast, and adjacent to the Northumberland Coast Path.

Sand

Weather and tides for Tuesday 8 July

Tonight
Chance of rain 5%
Min temp. 14°C
(feels like 13°C)
Wind 9mph
Tomorrow (Wednesday)
Chance of rain 8%
Max temp. 22°C
(feels like 19°C)
Wind 9mph
Max UV Index

The tide at Alnmouth Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 8:49 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 3:03 AM tomorrow.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   14°C  

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  • Facilities

    Food available Toilets Litter bins
  • Popular Activities

    Bird watching Fishing Sunbathing Walking
  • Features

    Dunes Golf
  • Parking

    There is a car park next to the beach.

  • Dogs

    Dogs are allowed.

  • Beach Cleaning

    Beach cleaned weekly.

  • Lifeguard

    No lifeguard cover at this beach

  • Water Quality

    Water quality not measured here

    Water quality not measured here

Recommended holiday cottages near Alnmouth Beach

Things to do and see in the area

The Old School Gallery (0.3 miles)
Fenwick Gallery (2.6 miles)
Warkworth Hermitage (2.8 miles)
Warkworth Castle & Hermitage (2.8 miles)
Amble Harbour Village (3.6 miles)
Puffin Cruises (3.7 miles)
Northside Surf School (3.7 miles)
Artique at The Marina (3.7 miles)

Places to eat near Alnmouth Beach

The Village Tearoom Alnmouth (250 yards)
The Red Lion Inn (310 yards)
Bistro 23 (320 yards)

All distances are approximate

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Location: Alnmouth

Location type: Village

OS Grid: NU248102

Country: England

Local Authority: Northumberland

Parish: Alnmouth

Nearest postcode: NE66 2RZ

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