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Newbiggin North Beach is a gently sloping sandy resort beach, approximately 500 metres in length, situated at the northern end of Newbiggin Bay. The beach is backed by a promenade that runs along the entire length of the bay, providing a scenic walkway for visitors to enjoy.
The beach features rocky outcrops at either end, which are ideal for rockpooling at low tide. A sea wall and promenade protect the beach from erosion, and a small fleet of traditional fishing boats still call the bay home. Visitors can also explore the nearby lifeboat station and Maritime Centre, which showcases local history.
Newbiggin-by-the-Sea has a long association with mining and fishing, and the town has undergone significant regeneration efforts in recent years. In 2007, a major sea defence system was built to protect the beach from erosion, involving the transportation of 500,000 tonnes of sand from Skegness. This project has helped to restore the beach to its former glory.
One of the beach's most notable attractions is the 'Couples Statue', a sculpture by artist Sean Henry, located on a rocky breakwater in the bay. The statue features two painted bronze figures gazing out to sea and can be viewed from the promenade with binoculars. Visitors can also enjoy birdwatching in the spring and autumn, as the promenade is a popular spot for migratory birds.
Bay Sand Rock
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| Chance of rain | 57% |
| Max temperature | 14°C |
| feels like | 14°C |
| Wind 17mph |  |
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| Min temperature | 10°C |
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The tide at Newbiggin-by-the-Sea North Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 5:26 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 11:44 PM.
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Campsite
Food available
Toilets
Shops
Litter bins
Parking off the High Street, close to the beach.
There are dog restrictions here, please check beach signs.
The beach is mechanically cleaned every other week during the summer
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Excellent water quality
less than a mile southwest as the seagull flies, just over a mile by road.
less than a mile north as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
just over a mile north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road or just over a mile on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road or 4 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road or 3 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles south-southwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road or 4 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 5 miles south as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 6 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road or 7 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 7 miles south as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 8 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road or 9 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 10 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 10 miles north as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 11 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 11 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 12 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 12 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road.
around 12 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 14 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
Location: Newbiggin-by-the-Sea
Location type: Town
OS Grid: NZ316879
Coordinates: 55°11'6"N 1°30'18"W
Mapcode: GBR K8XH.X2
What 3 Words: streaks.harmony.flamingo
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
Country: England
Local Authority: Northumberland
Parish: Newbiggin by the Sea
Nearest postcode: NE64 6DB
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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