Seahouses South - Annstead Beach

Seahouses, Northumberland

Rocks (some fossiliferous) at north end and elsewhere at low water. Abundance of rock pools. Crossed by fresh-water burn. Backed by sand dunes which have public access despite being a local nature reserve. North end backed by a golf course with public rights of way.

Beach Type

Sand

Facilities

No local facilities

Activities

Walking

Nature and Wildlife

Seabirds. rock pools. zonation of seaweed etc. Young and mature sand dunes with flora including orchids. Official footpaths include the Coastal Footpath.

Parking

No official facilities. but parts of the B1340 include sufficiently wide grass verges.

Water Quality

Not Tested

Lifeguard

No

Cleaning and Litter

No controls. no litter-bins. The sands are monitored regularly but please help by removing any washed-up or other litter found.

Location

Nearest town: Seahouses
County: Northumberland
Latitude/Longitude: 55.5902, -1.66518
Postcode: NE68 7SU
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)

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Access

Part of the Northumberland Coastal Route. using this B1340. 1 km south of the centre of Seahouses village.

Nearest Railway Stations

Chathill (Approx. 4 miles away)

Tourist Information

There is a TIC on the main car park in Seahouses. summertime only. 01665 720 884

Accomodation Links

Hotels and Guest Houses in Seahouses

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