Newbiggin-by-the-Sea in Northumberland

Newbiggin-by-the-Sea

A bay teeming with marine wildlife, a peaceful beach known for its glowing sunrises and fiery sunsets, and Sean Henry's intriguing Couple sculpture that sits out at sea. They're all waiting for you in Newbiggin-by-the-Sea.

A bay to take your breath away

This sleepy, coastal town is known for the idyllic beach that makes for excellent evening strolls, striking sunrises that will take your breath away and myriad of marine life that regularly graces Newbiggin Bay with its presence.

The once vital port for shipping grain and ex-coal mining town is now a small fishing port, and Newbiggin Maritime Centre is its hub. Housing a seaview cafe, Seashore Shop and a three gallery museum, this fantastic visitor attraction offers an array of events, including an annual Kite Festival, live music gigs and film showings. Beach wheelchairs are available to hire here and accessible ramps lead onto Newbiggin’s sands.

Enjoy a stroll along the sheltered promenade with views of the bay. Don’t miss the dolphins that are regularly spotted from Newbiggin Bay, as well as whales, porpoises, seals and otters. Artist Sean Henry’s sculpture ‘Couple’ has become an iconic quirk to Newbiggin’s coast, as the pair look out towards the North Sea and are extremely photogenic against their stunning sunset backdrop.

Ashington

With stunning woodland, a vast history, and a proud community, Ashington is a place with a heritage made for sharing. Its farmland and mining past contributes to its enjoyable and friendly atmosphere.

Beaches and coastline

Admire blazing sunsets, discover hidden bays, and relish superb seafood on our pristine coastline. Spot our castles standing guard along our dramatic shoreline, and explore more than 30 miles of barely-trodden beaches.

Woman walking in Northumberland National Park

Walking and hiking

Northumberland is one big bundle of paths and routes just waiting to be explored. There's ample opportunities to amble across the county, miles of stunning coastline to wander along, picturesque National Park trails to follow, and a wealth of fascinating history to discover.

Cycling routes

Explore Northumberland’s long distance cycling routes and take in breath-taking countryside, homely villages or outstanding coastline. There are over 350 miles of high quality cycle routes in Northumberland and all of them are equally spectacular.

Places to stay near Newbiggin

Newbiggin’s seafront location means that cottages on the coast and B&Bs by the beach are never far away, offering cosy rooms to kick back in during your seaside stay.

Newbiggin-by-the-Sea Self Catering

Beachcomber Cottage

Coastal cottage just minutes away from the beach, located in a quaint Northumbrian town steeped in maritime history. Sleeps 4, dog friendly.

Guide Price £427.00 Per week

Newbiggin-by-the-Sea Self Catering

Anchors Point

175 yards from the sea, spacious, perfect for couples, families, sea view, parking, rear sitting out, coastal theme

Guide Price £763.00 Per week

Newbiggin-by-the-Sea Bed & Breakfast

Captain's Lodge

The Four Star Captain’s Lodge offers quality B&B accommodation, with warm hospitality and traditional home cooked meals, using fresh local produce.

Guide Price £50.00 Per Night

What's nearby?

Step back in time at Woodhorn Museum, the cutting edge museum that brings Northumberland’s mining heritage to life.

Explore Woodhorn Museum

Things to do in Newbiggin-by-the-Sea

Tourist Information Centre Newbiggin-by-the-Sea

Newbiggin Tourist Information Point

24 hour external tourist information board. Cafe, toilets & leaflets are located within the Maritime Centre.

Cafes, Tearooms & Coffee Shops Newbiggin-by-the-Sea

Hinny Bake Box

Available to hire for private functions, let us bring the morning coffee or afternoon tea to you.

Museums Newbiggin-by-the-Sea

Newbiggin Maritime Centre

Newbiggin Maritime Centre, on the beautiful Northumberland coastline, offers a unique experience for visitors with a museum, a café and a shop.

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