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The North Sea Trail has been created through a partnership of 26 regions that share a North Sea heritage.

Spanning nine acres of land on its rocky plateau high above the Northumberland coastline Bamburgh was once home to the kings of ancient Northumbria!

Perched on basalt outcrops overlooking the ancient fortress from which it takes its name, Bamburgh Castle Golf Club is often referred to as the most picturesque in England with stunning views around the county. Tel: 01668 214378

The Farne Islands lie just over two miles off the Northumberland coast midway between the fishing village of Seahouses and the magnificent Castle at Bamburgh.

See some of the stunning coastline of the North East on horse back with the Slate Hall Riding Centre. They offer lessons, treks, and beach rides and gave a large selection of horses and ponies to choose from. Tel: 01665 720320

Using the stunning beaches at Budle Bay, Bamburgh, Beadnell Bay, Druridge Bay, and Redcar KA provide kitesurfing courses designed for both groups and individuals. Tel:07766 303876

A wide range of fishing trips ranging from three hour trips ideal for families and novices to eight hour trips aimed at experienced anglers. Tel:01665 721706

Oswald was the King of Northumbria in the early 7th century. He was given sainthood in recognition of his attempts to bring Christianity to his hitherto pagan people.

Covering a large area of moorland to the west of Alnwick the Moors are made up mostly Fell Sandstone of variable quality. The stunning views of the Cheviots and the beautiful sunsets make this area great for rock climbers as well as walkers and bike riders.

The Kyloe Hills contain the four most popular crags in the county and also offer a few minor crags ideal for boulderers as well.

The mile long litter free shoreline of Bamburgh beach is overlooked by the impressive Bamburgh Castle and has views out to Lindisfarne.

A brazing three mile walk from Bamburgh is the long expanse of Seahouses beach.

The breathtaking stretch of silver sands at Embleton are surrounded by wildlife - rich dunes and rocky shores.

Accessed via boat from Seahouses harbour the rocky Farne Islands are famous for their thousands of breeding seabirds.

This small but attractive beach consists of a golden, sandy bay overlooked by sand dunes and a small fishing harbour. Winner of the Rural Seaside Award it hosts a wide variety of watersports such as windsurfing and kayaking.

Budle Bay is part of the Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve and is home to a large number of interesting waders and wintering wildfowl

Situated in one of the most picturesque villages in Northumberland Low Newton is a great base to explore fresh and salt water wildlife

This remote three mile beach between Holy Island and Budle Bay enjoys stunning views of two castles, Bamburgh Castle to the south and Lindisfarne to the north. The surrounding dunes are a haven for birds (access can be restricted)

The Northumberland Coastal Path forms part of the international North Sea Trail and is a recently established 64 mile coastal ramble!

Running along the Northumberland Coast between Tynemouth and Berwick, this relatively easy going route is perfect for a pleasant meander along the stunning Northumbrian coast.