Craster Beach

Alnwick, Northumberland

A beautiful Northumbrian village with a small harbour, some rocky coastline and a shingle foreshore.

Beach Type

Harbour/Shingle/Sand

Facilities

There are a number of pubs and restaurants serving local specialities including smoked kipper

Activities

There are two piers and much of the rocky shoreline is suitable for fishing
There is a childrens playground and boat trips are possible

Nature and Wildlife

There are a variety of walks to choose from in the Craster area taking in the local history and varied bird life of the area.

Parking

Parking is in the village and a short walk from the Harbour.

Water Quality

Not Tested

Lifeguard

No

Dogs

No Dog restrictions.

Location

Nearest town: Alnwick
County: Northumberland
Latitude/Longitude: 55.4731, -1.58866
Postcode: NE66 3TR
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)

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Access

7 Miles south of Alnwick. signposted off the A1.

Public Transport

Arriva run an Hourly Bus service both North and South from Craster.

Nearest Railway Stations

Alnmouth (Approx. 6 miles away)
Chathill (Approx. 7 miles away)

Tourist Information

CRASTER Craster Car Park Craster Alnwick Northumberland NE66 3TW Tel: 01665 576007 Fax: 01665 576007 Email: crastertic@alnwick.gov.uk

Accomodation Links

Hotels and Guest Houses in Alnwick

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