Braefoot Cottage

07/07/2025

Dog-Friendly Northumberland Coast Road Trip 🚗🐾🏖️

Explore dramatic castles, peaceful beaches, and charming villages along the Northumberland coast — all with your dog by your side.

📍 Berwick-upon-Tweed 🏘️ – Historic border town with riverside walks and beaches
📍 Holy Island ⛪ – You can cross the causeway at low tide; dogs welcome around the island and beaches but not in the castle.
📍 St. Cuthbert’s Cave 🌳 – Peaceful 5.1 km woodland walk (1.5 hours)
📍 Bamburgh Castle Grounds 🏰 – Dogs not allowed inside, but the castle grounds are dog-friendly
📍 Bamburgh Beach 🏖️ – Wide, sandy and dog-friendly year-round
📍 Seahouses 🐟 – Fishing village with dog-friendly pubs and beaches
📍 Farne Islands Boat Trip ⛴️ – Dogs allowed on “cruise-only” boat trips (no landings)
📍 Craster 🐾 – Famous for smoked kippers (though the smokehouse is not dog-friendly) and scenic walks to the castle
📍 Dunstanburgh Castle 🏰 – Stunning coastal walk from Craster (dogs allowed outside the ruins)
📍 Longhoughton Beach 🌊 – Quiet and peaceful
📍 Alnmouth Beach 🏖️ – Wide and sandy, dogs welcome all year
📍 Warkworth & Warkworth Beach 🐕 – Beautiful beach and riverside walks in a picturesque village. Warkworth Castle also allows dogs on lead
📍 Alnwick 🌼 – The castle isn’t dog-friendly, but the town is nice to explore
📍 Cragside 🌲 – Dogs not allowed in the house, but the gardens, estate and walking trails are all dog-friendly and you can easily spend an entire day there

Total Distance: 🚗 Approx. 90 miles

This Northumberland road trip offers endless coastal paths, charming villages, and historic views — all perfect for adventuring with your dog. 🐶🌤️🐾

26/06/2025

Highly recommended 👏🏻

25/06/2025

Northumberland Castles Road Trip 🏰 🚗

This road trip will take you to some of the most incredible castles along the Northumberland coast. From exploring the dramatic ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle to stepping inside the magical Alnwick Castle and Lindisfarne Castle, you’ll experience centuries of history, breathtaking landscapes, and legendary stories on this unforgettable journey.

📍 Warkworth Castle – A medieval stronghold with impressive stone walls and river views.
📍 Alnwick Castle – Known as a filming location for Harry Potter.
📍 Dunstanburgh Castle – Scenic coastal ruins accessible via a beautiful coastal walk from Craster
📍 Bamburgh Castle – An iconic fortress overlooking the beautiful Bamburgh Beach and the Farne Islands.
📍 Lindisfarne Castle – A historic castle on Holy Island, only accessible at low tide.

02/05/2025

02/05/2025

10 Places in Northumberland TOO Good To Ignore 🤯 > https://bit.ly/4eadbrU

29/04/2025

Just wow!! I wish I’d been there today!! 😍😲

24/04/2025

Bamburgh Castle is located on the coast of Northumberland, England

Bamburgh Castle began as a Celtic fort known as Din Guarie, likely established by the native Britons. It was later taken over by the Anglo-Saxons and became a royal seat of the Kings of Northumbria.

The castle’s location made it a vital defensive site against invaders, including the Vikings.

After the Norman Conquest, the castle was rebuilt in stone and expanded by the Normans, establishing the basic structure seen today. Over the years, it continued to evolve with additional fortifications and renovations under different rulers.

14/04/2025

Loving these road trip ideas 😍

Northumberland Castle Road Trip🏰 🚗

This road trip will take you to some of the most incredible castles along the Northumberland coast. From exploring the dramatic ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle to stepping inside the magical Alnwick Castle and Lindisfarne Castle, you’ll experience centuries of history, breathtaking landscapes, and legendary stories on this unforgettable journey.

📍 Warkworth Castle – A medieval stronghold with impressive stone walls and river views.
📍 Alnwick Castle – Known as a filming location for Harry Potter.
📍 Dunstanburgh Castle – Scenic coastal ruins accessible via a beautiful coastal walk from Craster
📍 Bamburgh Castle – An iconic fortress overlooking the beautiful Bamburgh Beach and the Farne Islands.
📍 Lindisfarne Castle – A historic castle on Holy Island, only accessible at low tide.

14/04/2025

Northumberland Coast Road Trip 📍🌊

This 65-mile coastal route takes you along one of the most unspoiled and beautiful stretches of coastline in the UK, filled with castles, beaches, fishing villages, and wildlife. Ideal for a relaxed seaside adventure.

📍 Amble – Friendly harbour town known for its seafood 🎣🦐
📍 Warkworth – Picturesque village with a medieval castle and riverside walks 🏰🌿
📍 Alnmouth – Colourful seaside village with sandy beaches and a golf course 🏖️🏘️
📍 Boulmer – Quiet fishing village with coastal views and rock pools 🐚🌊
📍 Longhoughton Beach – Peaceful spot for a walk or a picnic by the sea 🌅🧺
📍 Craster – Home of the famous Craster kippers and gateway to Dunstanburgh 🎣🐟
📍 Dunstanburgh Castle – Dramatic coastal ruins accessible by a scenic walk 🧱🏞️
📍 Seahouses – Bustling harbour with boat trips to the Farne Islands 🛥️🐦
📍 Bamburgh – Iconic castle on the dunes and a vast sandy beach 🏰🏖️
📍 Budle Bay – Tranquil wildlife haven with wide tidal sands and birdwatching spots 🦆🌾
📍 Holy Island of Lindisfarne – Historic island with a priory and castle (check tide times!) ⛪🌉
📍 Berwick-upon-Tweed – Walled town with bridges, beaches, and centuries of border history 🏰🌁

Total Distance: 🚗 Approx. 65 miles

This Northumberland Coast Road Trip is perfect for history buffs, beach walkers, nature lovers, and anyone who enjoys a slower pace with epic views and charming villages. 🌤️📸🐚

12/07/2024

01/07/2024

Find out what's happening in the surrounding areas of Ord House Country Park during the month of July 🔗: https://maguirescountryparks.co.uk/whats-on/