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Newton-by-the-Sea

Parish in Northumberland, England

Coordinates:55.511, -1.668
OS grid ref:NU 21 24
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Newton-by-the-Sea is a small coastal parish on the shoreline of Northumberland in England, made up of the twin settlements often called High Newton-by-the-Sea and Low Newton-by-the-Sea. It sits within the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is prized for its long sandy beaches, shifting dunes and dramatic coastal walks with views towards Embleton Bay and the Farne Islands, making it popular with birdwatchers, seal-spotters and walkers.

Historically a quiet farming and fishing community, the local economy today leans heavily on tourism, holiday cottages and small-scale hospitality while still retaining a strong sense of local community and traditional stone-built cottages. The parish’s proximity to market towns such as Alnwick and its unspoilt seascapes give it a timeless, rural feel that draws visitors seeking low-key coastal charm rather than busy seaside resort bustle.

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Transport links

  • Newcastle International Airport 32.7 miles52.7 km
  • Durham Tees Valley Airport 69.9 miles112.4 km
  • Chathill 2.3 miles3.7 km
  • Alnmouth Railway Station 8.3 miles13.3 km

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Local points of interest

  • Dunstanburgh Castle Archaeological site 3.8 miles6.2 km
  • Newham Bog National Nature Reserve Nature reserve 4.2 miles6.8 km
  • Longhoughton Beach Beach 6.2 miles10 km
  • Hulne Park Estate 7.3 miles11.7 km
  • Fowberry Tower Estate 10.7 miles17.2 km
  • Lilburn Tower Estate 11.1 miles17.8 km
  • Holy Island Harbour Harbour 11.7 miles18.8 km
  • Roddam Estate 12.1 miles19.4 km
  • Lindisfarne Priory Archaeological site 12.1 miles19.5 km
  • Lindisfarne museum Museum 12.2 miles19.6 km
  • Warkworth Harbour Harbour 12.9 miles20.8 km
  • Ewart Park Estate 15.4 miles24.8 km