Newton-by-the-sea 

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Newton-by-the-sea offers two different village experiences in one. High Newton, half a mile inland from the sea is a sleepy hamlet with a great pub and restaurant, The Joiners Arms. Or follow the road on to reach the eccentric corrugated iron St Mary’s Church, originally purchased in a kit but completed with elegant stain glass windows, and you’re greeted by one of the most spectacular holiday settings in the county. Secluded Low Newton hamlet is an open ended square of white-washed cottages set around a green overlooking the sweeping bay, with the ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle in the distance. An 18th century fishing village, it is now home to one of Northumberland’s finest microbreweries at the Ship Inn, which serves food and ice-cream too – a real treat! 

A day at the beach 

An offshore reef creates a perfect natural harbour for a few fishing boats and shelters the sandy beach backed by dunes. This glorious sandy beach is so vast it never feels crowded. The rock pools formed at low tide make it a great place to search for sea anemones and hermit crabs, and it is also popular for water sports. 

These boots are made for walking 

There are lovely coastal walks to the north and south across idyllic stretches of coastline. From Low Newton there is a great circular walk to Craster taking in the coast and inland areas. Head south on the coastal footpath across Embleton Bay, up to Dunstanburgh Castle and continue on until you reach Craster. Along the way you can spot seals, nesting seabirds, and wild flowers. After some refreshments in Craster head inland to Embleton and circle back to Low Newton. 

Get on your Bike 

The area around Newton-by-the-sea is highly scenic and relatively flat and with miles of quiet country lanes you can enjoy a relaxing day out on two wheels rather than four. 

Birds of a feather … 

The area around Low Newton is renowned for its good bird watching, in particular the nature reserve overlooking Newton Pool. Two well-constructed bird hides are provided, including one with disabled access. 

The 19th Hole 

The area around Newton-by-the-sea has a good range of courses within easy striking distance. The nearest one is Dunstanburgh Castle’s 18-hole course a mile away. 

‘Give it a Go’ 

Go rock pooling in search for sea anemones and hermit crabs. Call into one of our offices to collect our 

very own ‘Rock Pooling’ guide. 

Visit St Mary’s Church featuring a pretty stained glass window. 

Discover the breeding colony of terns at Long Nanny Burn (May-August) 

In springtime look out for wild orchids in Newton meadows. 

Explore Preston Tower a masterpiece of 14th Century masonry. 

Try a pint of Sandcastles at Dawn or Dolly Day Dream at the Ship Inn. 

The ‘Tea’ Trail 

The Ship at Low Newton. Has a great sitting area outside to take in the views. 

A few of our holidaymakers’ favourite things 

Our last day was sunny with a deep blue sky and a soft warm breeze from the south. We strolled back slowly from Beadnell, stopping for a swim now and then and then had a simply marvellous dinner of lobster from the bay, washed down with brilliant beer from their own micro-brewery at The Ship Inn at Low Newton. 

Finding pubs which are dog friendly. Had an excellent meal at The Joiners Arms and watching a barn owl swooping around in the early evening. 

Our twin sons celebrated their 6th birthday with a wonderful day on Low Newton beach – digging trenches, building sand speedboats, waving jumping and exploring rockpools. Thank you Northumbria Coast & Country Cottages for making this possible.