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Breathtaking stretch of silver sands surrounded by wildlife-rich dunes

The sandy beach is backed by dunes where a variety of flowers bloom: bluebells, cowslips, burnet roses and, to give it its common name, bloody cranesbill, amongst others.

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Top 10 events on the Northumberland Coast

Whatever the weather Dunstanburgh Castle is a striking walking destination

Whatever the weather Dunstanburgh Castle is a striking walking destination

Check out our new events programme on the Northumberland Coast. Whale-watching, intimate unplugged concerts, photography trails and guided walks are just some of the things we've got planned.