This delightful fishing village nestles peacefully on the Northumberland coastline and consistently captivates visitors with its nature-rich pursuits, all overseen by the National Trust.
With its stunning seafront, Low Newton-by-the-Sea provides a perfect retreat outside the peak tourist season, where its shores remain equally magnificent, and the ambience is utterly tranquil. Its charming cream-coloured cottages line the waterfront, enabling both locals and holidaymakers to gaze out across the ocean from every direction in the most idyllic surroundings.
The shore is the genuine heart and soul of this location, featuring what has been characterised as “more than 30 miles of barely trodden” sands. Throughout the vicinity, you can uncover secluded coves and witness the most spectacular of sunsets, all free from the crowds and commotion of a conventional coastal resort.
One recent visitor commented on TripAdvisor: “We love this place. Newton Point is beautiful. The beach is beautiful. The sea is unbelievably blue – or silver. Walk from Low Newton to Craster along the beach, stopping for refreshments at the golf club.”
Another person declared: “We have visited most, if not all, of the beaches in Northumberland and this is definitely up there with the very best.”
A third remarked: “It is a huge expanse of white sands not to be missed on your visit to the Northumberland coast.”
Beyond its stunning coastline, Low Newton boasts a beloved microbrewery situated at the village centre, called The Ship Inn. This welcoming establishment serves up classic fare and beverages, all accompanied by unrivalled seaside panoramas.
One delighted patron described the venue as the “perfect refuge on a rainy day”. They went on to say: “This wonderful pub was an unexpected gem of a find on a rainy day. Excellent beers from the in-house brewery and perfect crab sandwiches. Great atmosphere, quick, friendly service, despite being busy, and a perfect pub experience all round. Can very highly recommend.”
The fishing village also attracts visitors with its rich avian population, proving particularly enticing for dedicated birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts. Nestled within the sweeping beaches and sand dunes lies a wooded sanctuary, the Newton Pool Nature Reserve, devoted to observing the region’s diverse array of coastal species and seabirds.
One guest characterised the location as offering “wildlife galore”, noting: “This is a lovely little bird reserve overlooking Newton Pool, a peaceful place to sit awhile and watch the birds and other wildlife and take a moment away from the bustle and noise of the rest of the world.”
Another remarked that this proved a “real highlight of a trip up the Northumberland coast”. One contented visitor commented: “Anyone interested in nature and, in particular, birds should spare time for a visit here when in the area.
“With bird hides and good photograph opportunities, there’s something for all nature lovers. Visit the beach as well, as it’s beautiful, and grab a well-deserved drink and a bite to eat in the nearby Ship Inn (Newton by the Sea) afterwards.”
This story originally appeared on Express.co.uk
