Things To Do in Seahouses

A charming fishing village set just north of the bustling city of Sunderland, you’ll find plenty of things to do in Seahouses.

Idylically positioned within the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Seahouses boasts unrivalled scenery. Whether you’re looking for a day at the beach or a peaceful coastal walk, you’re sure to find it here.

Continue reading to learn more about our favourite thing to do in Seahouses…

Where is Seahouses Village?

Seahouses is a lively working port sitting on the picture-perfect coastline of Northumberland. Between Bamburgh and Beadnell, the village offers the feel of a classic British seaside resort without the usual hustle and bustle.

The gateway to the Farne Islands, fishing boats decorate the colourful harbour, docked from their search of lobster and crab.

And where better to sample the daily catch than in one of the many restaurants scattered along the bustling high street.

An ideal base for a getaway with the family, there’s countless things to do in Seahouses. Test your luck at the small amusement arcade, peruse the shores with an ice cream in hand, or if you’re feeling lucky, why not head for a round of crazy golf?

Visit the Farne Islands

One of Europe’s most exciting wildlife habitats, catch a boat from Seahouses harbour and journey to the Farne Islands, a few miles off the coast.

Home to one of the largest seabird colonies in England, with over 23 species, expect to see guillemots, razor bills and kittiwakes amongst many more.

The Farne Islands are also home to the largest collection of grey seals found along the east coast. In Autumn, the islands see over 1000 pups bask on their shores.

In 1838, Grace Darling, a lighthouse keepers daughter, rowed past these islands in a heroic attempt to rescue survivors from the shipwreck of Forfarshire.

Weather permitting, Billy Shiels Boat Trips operate regular Farne Islands boat tours, showcasing the many residents that inhabitate the islands. With grey seal cruises, inner island landing trips and scenic sunset cruises, you’re spoilt for choice.

Holidaymakers with Northumbria Coast and Country Cottages can pop into the office located in the heart of the town to collect an exclusive 10% discount voucher!

Spend a day at the beach 

A short distance away, the pristine sands of North Sunderland Beach provide the ideal setting for a leisurely day on the coast.

The sand stretches for three miles before reaching Bamburgh Beach, offering plenty of room to paddle the shores, make a splash, or let four-legged friends run free. If you time it right, you can try your hand at crabbing when the tide is in!

With impressive sand dunes and facinating rock pools decorating the shores, we’re sure that this will be added to your list of top things to do in Seahouses.

You can even pick up your very own guide to rockpooling in Northumberland from the Northumbria Coast and Country Cottages office in Seahouses!

For an extra special adventure, gallop on horseback along the sand with the historic monument of Bamburgh Castle as your back drop.

Lace up your walking boots

Sitting within a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Seahouses is the ideal starting point to explore this magnificent part of England. And if you’re looking for things to do in Seahouses with dogs, there’s nowhere better than the rural beauty of the great outdoors.

Some of the best coastal walks in the country rest on your doorstep. The Northumberland Coastal Path runs alongside the glistening shores of the North Sea for 100 kilometres, framing spectacular views along the way.

One of our favourite things to do in Seahouses is join the coastal path from the village of Beadnell in the south, passing through Seahouses before continuing onto Bamburgh.

Get on your bike!

One for the cycling enthusiasts, The Great North Bike Ride is one of the most popular things to do in Seahouses!

Taking place on the 25th August 2024, the cycling feat travels 60 miles along the coast from Seahouses to the Tynemouth Priory. Spectacular scenery of the Northumberland coastline provides a truly jaw-dropping backdrop to your ride.

This annual event starts at the Seahouses Tourist Information Car Park at approximately 8:55am. Riders are welcome, however, to join anywhere along the route should they wish!

The route follows paved roads, with some steep climbs in places. Please keep in mind that this may not be suitable for those with limited mobility.

The Great North Bike Ride supports the Chris Lucas Trust and aims to raise funds to aid medical research of rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer.

Sign up today!

Visit Seahouses Golf Club

Seahouses Golf Club is a small 18-hole course sitting on the fringes of the village. Owing to it’s coastal location, the green offers expansive views across the coast to the Farne Islands beyond.

Beginners are welcome, with a practice putting green and net on-site. Test your swing before heading to the course.

Even the most skilled golfer will struggle on the tenth hole. Seahouses signature hole, the par three over a water fairway is the most difficult of all. Accuracy and precision is essential.

Should stomachs start to rumble, there’s an on-site restaurant serving meals prepared with fresh, locally sourced produce. Little one are catered for, and for the adults, we’d highly recommend the chicken parmo, a northeastern classic.

Book a tee time here!

Make a splash at the Ocean Club leisure centre

If you’re looking for things to do in Seahouses in the rain, the Ocean Club leisure centre in Seahouses is a must. There’s something for everyone at this indoor attraction.

Work up a sweat in the gym or practice your stroke with a few lengths in the swimming pool. For a change of pace, unwind with a seat in the sauna and steam room.

For an added spot of luxury, why not reward yourself with a spa treatment at the health and beauty suite?

Four-legged friends are welcome at The Ocean Club Coffee Shop, where you can indulge in homemade soups, deli sandwiches and award-winning Spurreli’s ice cream!

Finished adding our recommendations of things to do in Seahouses to your itinerary? The next step is to secure your perfect cottage with a browse through this wonderful collection of Seahouses holiday homes. 

Learn more about our jaw-dropping county with a read of our guide to the wilder side of Northumbria. 

Images courtesy of: Kim Fyson – (CC BY-SA 2.0)

This blog has been updated based on original content written by Northumbria Coast and Country Cottages