Beechcroft Guidebook
Towns/Village Information
Local towns and villages all well worth a visit
Gorgeous little villiage in Northumberland with a beautiful beach with views of Bamburgh Castle.
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Bamburgh
Gorgeous little villiage in Northumberland with a beautiful beach with views of Bamburgh Castle.
Seahouses is bustling. A handy spot for all your needs, for the kids theres the Farne shop with a huge array of toys, Crazy golf and a soft play. For the grown ups theres plenty of pubs (we love The Ship) and some lovely shops such as the Northumberland Hamper for gorgeous Northern products. Head here for fish and chips - we like Lewis's but theres so many to choose from.
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Seahouses
Seahouses is bustling. A handy spot for all your needs, for the kids theres the Farne shop with a huge array of toys, Crazy golf and a soft play. For the grown ups theres plenty of pubs (we love The Ship) and some lovely shops such as the Northumberland Hamper for gorgeous Northern products. Head here for fish and chips - we like Lewis's but theres so many to choose from.
Berwick is situated at the mouth of the Tweed. It has some gorgeous little shops and micro pubs well worth a visit.
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Berwick-upon-Tweed
Berwick is situated at the mouth of the Tweed. It has some gorgeous little shops and micro pubs well worth a visit.
Lovely Market town around 20 minutes drive . The market is on each Thursday and Sat 9-5.
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Alnwick
Lovely Market town around 20 minutes drive . The market is on each Thursday and Sat 9-5.
The Holy Island of Lindisfarne, commonly known as either Holy Island or Lindisfarne, is a tidal island off the northeast coast of England, which constitutes the civil parish of Holy Island in Northumberland. PLEASE CHECK TIDAL TIMES FOR SAFE CROSSINGS.
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Holy Island
The Holy Island of Lindisfarne, commonly known as either Holy Island or Lindisfarne, is a tidal island off the northeast coast of England, which constitutes the civil parish of Holy Island in Northumberland. PLEASE CHECK TIDAL TIMES FOR SAFE CROSSINGS.
Sightseeing
Places we would recomend you visit
A must see! You can park for free down the Wynding. The views of the castle are fantastic so be sure to take your camera. You can also see the Farne Islands and Holy Island on a clear day.
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Bamburgh Beach
A must see! You can park for free down the Wynding. The views of the castle are fantastic so be sure to take your camera. You can also see the Farne Islands and Holy Island on a clear day.
A group of Islands off the Northumberland Coast. You can take a short boat trip to get to these, we like Billy Shiels who also offer a sunset cruise. Best time to see the puffins is from May-June. If you're lucky you can see whales, seals and dolphins too. Our children love these trips.
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Farne Islands
A group of Islands off the Northumberland Coast. You can take a short boat trip to get to these, we like Billy Shiels who also offer a sunset cruise. Best time to see the puffins is from May-June. If you're lucky you can see whales, seals and dolphins too. Our children love these trips.
Steeped in history, well worth a visit to this formidable castle. The tours inside the castle are fantastic and the grounds have some of the best views in Northumberland. Look out for one off nights where they host their outdoor cinema.
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Bamburgh Castle
40 The WyndingSteeped in history, well worth a visit to this formidable castle. The tours inside the castle are fantastic and the grounds have some of the best views in Northumberland. Look out for one off nights where they host their outdoor cinema.
Somewhere to go in all weathers, we came with the chidren to visit Santa here in Dec and it was magical. There's plenty to do to fill in a whole day, if possible squeeze in a trip to the treehouse too as it's spectacular!
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Alnwick Garden
Denwick Lane Somewhere to go in all weathers, we came with the chidren to visit Santa here in Dec and it was magical. There's plenty to do to fill in a whole day, if possible squeeze in a trip to the treehouse too as it's spectacular!
Another beautiful beach and great for water sports - if you have a paddle board or kayak this is the beach for you. We love it here but come early as it can get quite busy.
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Beadnell Bay
Another beautiful beach and great for water sports - if you have a paddle board or kayak this is the beach for you. We love it here but come early as it can get quite busy.
The cheviots are around 20 miles from Beechcroft. They are a group of rolling hills nestled in the border of Northumberland and Scotland. There is a variety of both long and short walks.
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Cheviot Hills
The cheviots are around 20 miles from Beechcroft. They are a group of rolling hills nestled in the border of Northumberland and Scotland. There is a variety of both long and short walks.
Situated in Alnwick is this quirky, secondhand bookshop in what used to be an old train station. Great for children and adults alike.. if you like books! Even if you don't it's a beautiful place to visit in it's unique building, they also do a super cuppa!
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Barter Books
Situated in Alnwick is this quirky, secondhand bookshop in what used to be an old train station. Great for children and adults alike.. if you like books! Even if you don't it's a beautiful place to visit in it's unique building, they also do a super cuppa!
...another beautiful beach! This one is a little walk from the car (3/4 of a mile) but worth it when you get there.
Ross Sands
...another beautiful beach! This one is a little walk from the car (3/4 of a mile) but worth it when you get there.
Food scene
All our favourites places to visit for food, whether its an ice cream, fish and chips or something a little more..
Local fishmonger and smokehouse, try the local Kippers, they are the best!
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Swallow Fish Ltd
2 South StLocal fishmonger and smokehouse, try the local Kippers, they are the best!
The best restaurant.. or so we think! Beautiful seafood and a great atmosphere. We take our kids here from time to time and they love it too. You need to book well in advance as it is very popular.
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The Potted Lobster
3 Lucker RdThe best restaurant.. or so we think! Beautiful seafood and a great atmosphere. We take our kids here from time to time and they love it too. You need to book well in advance as it is very popular.
Lovely pub grub, great place for a drink after a long day relaxing on the beach! Big beer garden out the back.
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The Castle Inn
7 Front StLovely pub grub, great place for a drink after a long day relaxing on the beach! Big beer garden out the back.
The only place to get an ice cream in Bamburgh! Our favourite is the Salted caramel! They also do some great local produce well worth a try.
The Pantry
1 Doctor's LnThe only place to get an ice cream in Bamburgh! Our favourite is the Salted caramel! They also do some great local produce well worth a try.
Great local butchers, they also do the best pork and apple sandwich we've ever tasted!
R Carter & Son
3 Front StGreat local butchers, they also do the best pork and apple sandwich we've ever tasted!
Local supermarket which can deliver. You can order online and get it delivered leaving you with one less thing to do!
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Asda Tweedmouth Supermarket
Main StreetLocal supermarket which can deliver. You can order online and get it delivered leaving you with one less thing to do!
There is also a co-op in Seahouses but it is always jam packed so we prefer this one. Wouldn't recommend doing a full food shop here but perfect for any forgotten bits or milk/bread etc!
Belford's Co-op
West StreetThere is also a co-op in Seahouses but it is always jam packed so we prefer this one. Wouldn't recommend doing a full food shop here but perfect for any forgotten bits or milk/bread etc!
Lovely old fashioned bar with a cosy fire for those cold nights, theres also a beer garden out the back with views of the sea. A favourite with our family is the local crab sandwiches.
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The Olde Ship Inn
Main Street Lovely old fashioned bar with a cosy fire for those cold nights, theres also a beer garden out the back with views of the sea. A favourite with our family is the local crab sandwiches.
Great place to eat and drink. The carvery is very popular here on a Sunday.
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The Bamburgh Castle Inn
Great place to eat and drink. The carvery is very popular here on a Sunday.
If you like oysters then this is the place for you. Steeped in history this Oyster farm was established by the monks in 1381. Orders can be placed online for delivery or alternatively picked up.
Lindisfarne Oysters Ltd
If you like oysters then this is the place for you. Steeped in history this Oyster farm was established by the monks in 1381. Orders can be placed online for delivery or alternatively picked up.
Restaurant, coffee shop and bar and overlooking the historic Holy Island. Fantastic views, they also have a small play area for children.
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Ladan på Beal
Restaurant, coffee shop and bar and overlooking the historic Holy Island. Fantastic views, they also have a small play area for children.
Galleries/Museums
Some beautiful local artists and exhibitions, well worth a visit if you love Art!
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The Old School Gallery
Foxton RoadSome beautiful local artists and exhibitions, well worth a visit if you love Art!
Only 2 miles from us, learn all about the local treasure, Grace Darling. Great for families.
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RNLI Grace Darling Museum
Radcliffe RoadOnly 2 miles from us, learn all about the local treasure, Grace Darling. Great for families.
The Maltings is England's most northerly Theatre in the centre of the historic walled market town of Berwick-upon-Tweed - at the northernmost tip of North East England, just 3 miles from the Scottish border. Each year they present a diverse mix of over 500 live events, workshops and digital cinema screenings.
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The Maltings Kitchen
Eastern LaneThe Maltings is England's most northerly Theatre in the centre of the historic walled market town of Berwick-upon-Tweed - at the northernmost tip of North East England, just 3 miles from the Scottish border. Each year they present a diverse mix of over 500 live events, workshops and digital cinema screenings.
Sports & Activities
Slate hall offer some great packages for both Adults and Children, experienced and non experienced.
Slate Hall Riding Centre
Slate hall offer some great packages for both Adults and Children, experienced and non experienced.
Only 20 mintues away this sports centre has the perfect swimming pool for both Adults and children. A firm favourite with us.
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Willowburn Sports and Leisure Centre
Willowburn AvenueOnly 20 mintues away this sports centre has the perfect swimming pool for both Adults and children. A firm favourite with us.
Loads of activies offered here from kitesurfing to paddleboarding. They host sessions for families and groups of friends. Well worth a visit if you fancy trying your hand.
KA surf school
Harbour RoadLoads of activies offered here from kitesurfing to paddleboarding. They host sessions for families and groups of friends. Well worth a visit if you fancy trying your hand.
Spa
If you fancy a little bit of luxury on your trip, we would recommend here. It has some great spa packages available.
Beau Monde Salon & Spa
Lucker Hall SteadingIf you fancy a little bit of luxury on your trip, we would recommend here. It has some great spa packages available.
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Local buses are great to get around
The local bus stops right outside Budle Bay campsite which is right next to us. You can catch the X18 or the 418 to places like Alnwick, Craster or Berwick.
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Local train stations
You can catch the train at Berwick to visit Edinburgh for the day. Train takes around 40 mins.
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Visitnorthumberland
For more information visit www.visitnorthumberland.com
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Book any restaurants/pubs
Check if you need to book any restaurants or pubs before you come as they can get quite busy especially during peak times.
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Check local facebook groups
we use Seahouses & Local Area Current Events.
You can check nearer the time if there is any local events happening. It can even help with local traffic issues, if any.
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Local Hospital
Alnwick Infirmary is the local hospital for any emergencies.
0344 811 8111