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The Northumberland Coast National Landscape is a narrow stretch of coastline running from the Coquet Estuary at Amble to just south of Berwick-upon-Tweed
The Northumberland Coast National Landscape is a narrow stretch of coastline running from the Coquet Estuary at Amble to just south of Berwick-upon-Tweed
The Northumberland Coast National Landscape covers 138 square kilometres along the coastline from the Coquet Estuary above Amble in the south to just below Berwick-upon-Tweed in the north. The area is known for its sweeping sandy beaches, rolling dunes, rocky promontories, and isolated islands, with spectacular views out to sea and along the coastline. Steeped in 10,000 years of human activity; archaeology, buildings, routeways and the patchwork of farmers’ fields tell the story of those who have lived and worked here in the past, with local music and arts adding to this rich cultural heritage.
At its southern end, the coast is formed of wide sandy beach backed by dunes, sweeping from the Coquet Estuary to Alnmouth. Meanwhile, from Seaton Point to Dunstanburgh, rocky reefs protect a coastline interrupted by small, picturesque coves.
Further north, there are extensive mudflats and saltmarshes around Lindisfarne and Budle Bay. This open coastal plain offers dramatic views inland to the Kyloe Hills and onwards to the Cheviots. The landscape then gives way to the sandy beaches of Cocklawburn and Cheswick before leading on to the dramatic cliffs south of Berwick.
The Conservation Team is a volunteer initiative carrying out vital tasks.
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Discover the traditional villages and lively harbours in the Northumberland Coast National Landscape.
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