Alnmouth

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Alnmouth is a beautiful coastal village in Northumberland on the north bank of the River Aln estuary in the designated coast AONB. The picturesque village of Alnmouth was founded almost 1,000 years ago by William de Vesci, Lord of Alnwick, and developed quickly as a market community.

The village has relied on both sea and rail for its economic prosperity, and was once an important port between the Tyne and the Tweed. Its status changed on Christmas Eve, 1806, when a savage storm pounded the Northumberland coast and swept the course of the River Aln away from the harbour. Evidence of the storm exists today where visitors can see that Church Hill has been cut off from the village by the river.

In recent years a growth in tourism has helped Alnmouth develop as a vibrant seaside community and visitors are welcome to stay in one of the many Alnmouth bed and breakfasts.

Alnmouth Golf Club - which is just one of the Alnmouth hotels - is the fourth oldest club in England and was a major influence in the development of the game, including the beginning of the Amateur Championship in 1885 – one of the most prestigious events worldwide.

The village draws a large number of walkers and cyclists each year, as well as nature lovers and bird watchers. Treat yourself by and stay in an Alnmouth cottage to really appreciate what the village has to offer. Alnmouth village sits within the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and on St. Oswald’s Way, a long distance walking route, the North Sea Trail and the National Coast and Castles Cycle Route.

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