Bamburgh to Seahouses along the beach
Three miles of sand below a castle on a rock, with the Farne Islands offshore.
- Distance
- 5.8 km
- Ascent
- 30 m
- Time
- 1.5–2 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Linear
- High point
- 27 m
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About this walk
Bamburgh to Seahouses along the beach is an easy 5.8 km linear walk with 30 m of ascent, taking 1.5 to 2 hours. It starts at Bamburgh Castle (grid reference NU 182 351). The start can be reached by public transport.
Bamburgh Castle stands on a crag above one of the finest beaches in England. The walk follows the sand south from the castle, with the Farne Islands and their puffins and seals offshore, to the harbour at Seahouses, where the Farne boats leave.
Buses run back to Bamburgh.
Route
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The beach
Follow the beach south from the castle to Seahouses harbour.
Summit
On the way
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Bamburgh CastleCastle · on the route
Questions about this walk
- How long does Bamburgh to Seahouses along the beach take?
- Most walkers take 1.5–2 hours for the 5.8 km route, which has 30 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Bamburgh Castle (grid reference NU 182 351). Car parks in Bamburgh and Seahouses.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Buses along the coast between Bamburgh and Seahouses. Check times on Traveline.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Firm sand and dune paths.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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