Northumberland Coast Path

09/04/2024

A flood alert has been issued for the whole of the Northumberland Coast and a flood warning for Alnmouth and Seahouses. There is a very high tide this afternoon and several sections of the Northumberland Coast may be impassable from 3pm. These include:

Druridge Bay - all small streams/burns
Amble-Warkworth
Warkworth to Alnmouth - this won't be accessible at Buston Links or along the cyclepath to Hipsburn
Dusntanburgh Castle Golf Course
Low Newton-by-the-Sea
Beadnell Bay - High Newton-Beadnell
Beal Point to Longbridge Ends
Goswick to Cheswick

Other areas may be affected. Please take extreme care. There is another high tide tomorrow afternoon.

03/04/2024

It was a little bit wet on the Northumberland Coast Path at Waren Mill today.

01/03/2024

The brand new official guidebook for the Northumberland Coast Path was launched today at the The Drift Cafe near to the start of the route in Cresswell.

The new guidebook is available to buy from the Northumberland Coast Path Website - https://northumberlandcoastpath.org/guidebook/

Pictured are Duncan Lawrence, owner of the The Drift Cafe , Chris Hartnell from Northern Heritage Services Ltd who published and retail the guidebook, Patrick Norris, Chair of the Northumberland Coast National Landscape , Emma Wilson, Volunteering and Access officer at the National Landscape and staff from Northumberland County Council Public Rights of Way Team.

Read more here - https://www.northumberlandcoast-nl.org.uk/new-guidebook-for-northumberland-coast-path/b343

10/11/2023

What a wonderful letter to receive in the post this week!

Creating the Northumberland Coast Path all those years ago was no mean feat, but feedback like this makes it all worth it.

We're over the moon to hear that our official guidebook came in handy every step of the way, too. Look out for more news on that front very, very soon!

We'd also like to thank our Coast Care Northumberland volunteer wardens for doing a brilliant job of keeping an eye on the Path!

Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

07/09/2023

IMPORTANT UPDATE ❗ There will be a temporary diversion on the path between September 11-15th. The section next to Foxton golf course will be diverted to allow for resurfacing works to take place. Here's an update from the Environment and Transport Dept.:

The alternative route is along the beach unless the tide is very high and covering the sand, in which case we are recommending the original inland diversion along the road.

Hopefully, this doesn't cause inconvenience to walkers on the path. The resurfacing works taking place a rather essential as the section being address becomes incredibly muddy in wet weather.

06/09/2023

The Northumberland Coast Path and King Charles III England Coast Path follow largely the same route BUT there are one or two deviations, so watch out! 👀

Following walker feedback, we thought we'd give you some clarity on the main point at which the routes split at Waren Mill:

🚶‍♂️ The KCIIIECP heads north along a road (with no verge) via Elwick. In June and July there's an alternative route around Ross - beware, this involves sand and intertidal mud walking, which isn't for everyone
🚶‍♀️ The NCP heads inland to the village of Belford. The village has a wide range of amenities, including accommodation. The route gains height to give views of the Cheviots Hills and takes in St Cuthbert's Cave before heading down through woodland at Fenwick and rejoining the KCIIIECP near the Holy Island Causeway

25/08/2023

Remember, if you're walking the King Charles III England Coast Path across to Holy Island this weekend, that the published safe crossing times are for motorists, not walkers.

We have some excellent guidance about how to safely walk on the Pilgrim's Way to Holy Island on our main website -

Pilgrim's Way to Holy Island

23/08/2023

We're delighted to see the newest stretch of the King Charles III England Coast Path officially open today. The KCIIIECP follows largely the same route as the Northumberland Coast Path (slight deviation at Belford, message us for more info if you need it!) but will provide a boost to local infrastructure and economy that we're very pleased to welcome.

Full details here:

https://www.northumberlandcoastaonb.org/king-charles-iii-england-coast-path-officially-opens-in-northumberland/b338

Read about King Charles III England Coast Path officially opens in Northumberland at northumberlandcoastaonb.org

07/08/2023

We're working on something exciting right now...! 🤫 More information coming very soon for those of you hoping to complete the Path this year and need some guidance! Meanwhile, enjoy this sneak peek of the Low Newton bird hide from the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty team. This peaceful spot is easy to visit along the Coast Path route, and a lovely place for some peaceful contemplation.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DBrDDrbvaY0&t=15s

05/06/2023

It's time for from the Northumberland Wildlife Trust - signing up is free and each day you'll get a super simple tip to get you out and about in nature. For all you walking lovers, it shouldn't be too hard, but it's a lovely challenge all the same!

It’s week 2 of and this week we’re asking you to MOVE in nature.

Here’s just a snapshot of the things you could get up to🤔...
🌳 Climb a tree
🧘‍♀️ Do some wildlife yoga
🥪 Have a picnic
🌊 Paddle in the sea

What will you get up to? Whatever it is make sure you keep a record in your digital calendar so you can look back on all the fun you had! 📅

https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/where-see-ancient-and-unusual-trees

15/05/2023

And it's time for the final stretch! Stage 6 of the Northumberland Coast Path will see you walking from Fenwick to Berwick at Scotland's border. You'll start near the historic Holy Island causeway, and wind your way through some of Northumberland's most remote coast areas. As always, David Steele and walks and talks you through this section wonderfully on his channel Plan, Watch, Walk.
Time to start planning your trip to the Path this summer...!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cr5idG1ehN4