Alnmouth Saltmarsh and Dunes, Alnmouth

#3 among attractions in Alnmouth

Nature, Top attraction, Natural attraction, Sand dune

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Alnmouth Saltmarsh and Dunes is a Site of Special Scientific Interest in Northumberland, England. It is the largest saltflat on the north-east coast, located on the south bank of the River Aln estuary, and notable for the varied plant community found on the interface between the saltflats and the dunes. It overlaps with and forms part of the much larger Northumberland Shore SSSI. ()

Coordinates: 55°22'48"N, 1°36'23"W

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Alnmouth United Kingdom

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Alnmouth Saltmarsh and Dunes – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Alnwick Castle, Warkworth Castle, The Alnwick Garden, Bailiffgate Museum.

4.6 miNW
Medieval castle with state rooms
Alnwick Castle, Alnwick
119 min walk • Alnwick Castle, often referred to as the "Windsor of the North," is a magnificent historical fortress nestled in the picturesque town of Alnwick, in the heart of Northumberland, England. This grand castle, which dates back to the Norman period, has been the seat of the...
2.4 miS
Ruined Medieval fortress
Warkworth Castle, Alnwick
61 min walk • Warkworth Castle is a quintessential medieval fortress nestled in the quaint village of Warkworth, in Northumberland, England. This imposing structure, originally built in a motte-and-bailey design, dates back to the late 12th century and is steeped in history and lore.
4.3 miNW
Forts and castles, Garden, Park
The Alnwick Garden, Alnwick
110 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Northumberland, The Alnwick Garden offers a blend of modern garden design, adventure, and tranquility. A contemporary pleasure garden situated adjacent to Alnwick Castle in the historic market town of Alnwick, it is one of the UK's most exciting...
4.7 miNW
Museum, History museum, Gothic Revival architecture
Bailiffgate Museum, Alnwick
122 min walk • The Bailiffgate Museum is a small independent museum in Alnwick, Northumberland, England, dedicated to the history of Alnwick and North Northumberland. It is staffed by trustees and volunteers.
4.2 miNW
Shopping, Bookshop
Barter Books, Alnwick
108 min walk • Barter Books is a second-hand bookshop in the historic English market town of Alnwick, Northumberland, owned and run by Stuart and Mary Manley. It has over 350,000 visitors a year, 40% of whom are from outside the area, and is one of the largest second-hand bookshops in Europe.
0.6 miNW
Nightlife, Restaurant
Schooner Hotel, Alnmouth
15 min walk • The Schooner Hotel & Bar is a Grade II listed 17th century coaching inn and hotel located at 8 Northumberland Street in the coastal village of Alnmouth, Northumberland, England. The hotel lies on the main High Street and is recognizable by its whitewashed walls and black painted shutters.
4.4 miNW
City gate
Bondgate Tower, Alnwick
114 min walk • Bondgate Tower also known as the Hotspur Tower or the Hotspur Gateway in reference to Sir Henry Percy commonly known as Harry Hotspur son of the 1st Earl of Northumberland and father of the 2nd Earl of Northumberland.
2.1 miS
Church
St Lawrence
55 min walk • The Church of St Lawrence is situated in the village of Warkworth in Northumberland. It is a grade I listed building within the Diocese of Newcastle and dedicated to Lawrence of Rome.
4.8 miNW
Church
St Michael's Church, Alnwick
124 min walk • St Michael's Church is an Anglican place of worship situated on Bailiffgate in the town of Alnwick in Northumberland, England. The current building dates from the 15th century but a 12th-century Norman chapel stood on the site prior to this; reports of an earlier 8th-century Saxon chapel are unconfirmed.
3.2 miS
55°20'10"N • 1°34'50"W
Amble Harbour Village, Amble
82 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
4.4 miNW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Alnwick Playhouse, Alnwick
113 min walk • The Alnwick Playhouse is an arts centre, theatre and cinema in the town of Alnwick in Northumberland, England. It is also the headquarters of the NTC Touring Theatre Company. The building itself consists of many different parts. There is the main stage and an auditorium that sits over 200 people.