Spittal Beach
Berwick upon Tweed, Northumberland
The beach is mainly sand with shallow water at high tide. Spittal is within a Northumberland coast area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Photo shows Berwick Pier lighthouse, one and a half miles to the north.
Beach Type
sandFacilities
Cafes/restaurantToilets
Activities
SwimmingFishing
Jet skiing
Surfing
Wind surfing
Water skiing
Nature and Wildlife
Coastal walks. Seals are a common sight. dolphins occasionally sighted. and wading birds.Parking
Parking available - charges apply. spaces for 100 carsWater Quality
ExcellentLifeguard
NoCleaning and Litter
Cleaned by Onyx weekly. Litter bins.Dogs
Dogs are allowed. and dog bins present.Awards and Recommendations
Marine Conservation Society RecommendedLocation
Nearest town: Berwick upon TweedCounty: Northumberland
Latitude/Longitude: 55.7569, -1.98725
Postcode: TD15 1SE
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)
Access
From A1 take A1167 to town centre. then follow signs for Spittal.Public Transport
Nearest rail station is Berwick. Local bus service is B1 and B11. which stops 100 metres from the beach.Nearest Railway Stations
Berwick-upon-Tweed (About a mile and a half away)Tourist Information
Berwick tourist office (open all year) 106 Marygate Berwick tel: (01289 330733) email: tourism@berwickupontweed.gov.ukSee the Environment Agency report for this beach