Things to see & do
Explore the coast
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Low Newton Square
Low Newton Square
An 18th-century fishing hamlet with cream-washed cottages and an historic pub set around a pretty village green.
© NT/Jane Lancaster
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Newton Haven
Newton Haven
Low Newton by the sea has a natural rock harbour and golden beach sheltered from the tides by an offshore reef. An excellent spot for marine wildlife and feeding shorebirds.
© NTPL Jane Lancaster
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Newton Pool
Newton Pool
Freshawater lagoon nature reserve just 87 yards (80 metres) from the shore. Attract a variety of wildlife to its scrub woodland, fen and open water habitats.
Follow the path behind the village sqaure to visit the bird hides.
© NTPL Jane Lancaster
Low Newton Square
Newton Haven
Newton PoolEmbleton Bay
With the backdrop of Dunstanburgh Castle, this fine sandy beach is one of the most spectacular in England. It's popular for paddling and gives some good surf conditions.
Walks
Crime writer Val McDermid has chosen our Newton Pool walk as her favourite in the country.
As well as this walk, you can also walk from Craster to Newton or try our brand new Easy walk.
Don't miss
- Quiet beaches for walks, sandcastles and surfing
- Wildlife haven for seabirds, shorebirds and wildfowl
- All-ability path to an easy access bird-viewing hide
- Long history of fishing, farming and military defence
- Newton Point coastal lookout holiday cottage with far-reaching views
- Risemoor holiday cottage one minute from the beach