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Cresswell Beach

Northumberland, England


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Cresswell Beach is a beautiful stretch of coastline located in Northumberland, England, offering a serene and natural environment for visitors to enjoy.

Druridge Bay is a long, wide bay stretching from Cresswell in the south to Amble in the north. The bay features a shallow beach that is wide at low tide and is backed by extensive dunes, meadows, woodland, and lakes. The southern end of the bay, near Cresswell, is a remote bathing water with a one-kilometre-long designated bathing area. This dune-backed, gently sloping sandy beach can result in a long distance to the sea at low tide.

The beach near Cresswell is used by walkers, watersport enthusiasts, and families, who come to enjoy playing on the wide expanse of golden sand exposed at low tide. A section of flat rocks, known as The Scars, lies just off the beach. The Blackemoor Burn runs into the sea here, attracting some interesting bird life. Visitors can find parking on the coast road heading north out of Cresswell, as well as an ice-cream shop and a café nearby.

Walking south along the beach from Druridge Bay, you arrive at Cresswell Beach, which features pristine sand and stunning dunes. Cresswell is the beginning of the Northumbrian Coastal Route, a 62-mile path that stretches all the way to Berwick on Tweed. The surrounding area is rural and unspoilt, with a café for refreshments and a car park on the beach front. Further south, you can explore Broad Sands Rocks, a smaller and rocky beach backed by a holiday park.

The beaches in the Cresswell area are dog-friendly all year round, making them a great destination for pet owners. The bay also includes a noted, though unofficial, nudist beach, which is privately owned and located between the Northumberland Coast Country Park and the National Trust property.

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

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Weather and tides for Thursday 17 July

Today
Chance of rain 8%
Max temp. 20°C
(feels like 19°C)
Wind 13mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 11%
Min temp. 16°C
(feels like 17°C)
Wind 4mph

The tide at Cresswell Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 8:19 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 2:47 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   15.6°C  

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  • Facilities

    Campsite Food available Toilets
  • Popular Activities

    Sunbathing Walking Water sports
  • Features

    Country park Dunes Nature reserve
  • Parking

    Parking available close to the beach.

  • Dogs

    Dogs are allowed.

  • Lifeguard

    No lifeguard cover at this beach

  • Awards

    Keep Britain Tidy Seaside Award

  • Water Quality

    Water quality not measured here

    Water quality not measured here

Recommended holiday cottages near Cresswell Beach

Things to do and see in the area

Queen Elizabeth II Country Park (2.8 miles)
Woodhorn Narrow Gauge Railway (3.4 miles)
Woodhorn Museum (3.4 miles)
Saint Bartholomew's Church (3.9 miles)
Druridge Bay Country Park (3.9 miles)
The Couple Statue (3.9 miles)
Newbiggin Maritime Centre (3.9 miles)
Stanton Hall Gardens and Nursery (6 miles)

All distances are approximate

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Location: Cresswell

Location type: Village

OS Grid: NZ291939

Country: England

Local Authority: Northumberland

Parish: Cresswell

Nearest postcode: NE61 5LA

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