Guidebook for Boulmer

Sophie
Guidebook for Boulmer

Drinks & Nightlife

This is a very popular local place for lunch and dinner. Often there is local folk bands playing in the evening. You can order local lobster in advance. Newton By the Sea.
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The Ship Inn
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This is a very popular local place for lunch and dinner. Often there is local folk bands playing in the evening. You can order local lobster in advance. Newton By the Sea.
A lovely, little quirky bar in Alnwick. Usually busy with good atmosphere.
Harry's Bar
A lovely, little quirky bar in Alnwick. Usually busy with good atmosphere.
My husband tells me The John Bull has an unbelievable range of whiskeys. It’s down a quiet street in Alnwick and you’d barely know it’s there! Very much a local.
The John Bull Inn
12 Howick St
My husband tells me The John Bull has an unbelievable range of whiskeys. It’s down a quiet street in Alnwick and you’d barely know it’s there! Very much a local.
An excellent place to sit outside in Alnwick Market Square and watch the world go by especially on market day.
Pig in Muck
Market Place
An excellent place to sit outside in Alnwick Market Square and watch the world go by especially on market day.

Food Scene

Serving local seafood and you can walk from the cottage. Book a sea view table if you can. Craster.
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Jolly Fisherman Inn
Haven Hill
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Serving local seafood and you can walk from the cottage. Book a sea view table if you can. Craster.
Amble restaurant overlooking the harbour, serving local seafood in rustic style.
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The Old Boathouse
Leazes Street
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Amble restaurant overlooking the harbour, serving local seafood in rustic style.
This is my favourite restaurant in Northumberland. Delicious food in the charming village of Bamburgh.
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The Potted Lobster
3 Lucker Rd
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This is my favourite restaurant in Northumberland. Delicious food in the charming village of Bamburgh.
There are a few of these cafes now in the area but the nearest is in Longhoughton. They do an excellent breakfast. You can cycle or walk here via the coastal pathway (left out of front door). Carry on to next bay (sugar sands) approx 1 mile. Stay above the beach and follow path until you reach left hand farm road that leads all the way to Longhoughton (approx couple of miles). Turn right at main road and The running Fox is shortly afterwards on right.
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The Running Fox
2-4 Riverside
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There are a few of these cafes now in the area but the nearest is in Longhoughton. They do an excellent breakfast. You can cycle or walk here via the coastal pathway (left out of front door). Carry on to next bay (sugar sands) approx 1 mile. Stay above the beach and follow path until you reach left hand farm road that leads all the way to Longhoughton (approx couple of miles). Turn right at main road and The running Fox is shortly afterwards on right.
This is not world class dining but... my kids love going here its fun, cheap and it does a pretty good pizza. Perfect for kids tea and a glass of wine. If this is full try Di Sopra, which is similar and only a very short walk away. Alnwick
Caffe Tirreno
45 Bondgate Without
This is not world class dining but... my kids love going here its fun, cheap and it does a pretty good pizza. Perfect for kids tea and a glass of wine. If this is full try Di Sopra, which is similar and only a very short walk away. Alnwick
For the best fish and chips in the area. Eat in or take away. https://carlosfishandchips.co.uk
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Carlo's
7-9 Market St
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For the best fish and chips in the area. Eat in or take away. https://carlosfishandchips.co.uk
This is a really old pub very close to Alnwick Castle steeped in history it dates back to the 1600s and has been an inn for two centuries. Think cosy with open fires, dogs and children welcome. Good for a cocktail or a family Sunday Lunch. It’s worth booking.
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The Dirty Bottles
32 Narrowgate
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This is a really old pub very close to Alnwick Castle steeped in history it dates back to the 1600s and has been an inn for two centuries. Think cosy with open fires, dogs and children welcome. Good for a cocktail or a family Sunday Lunch. It’s worth booking.
This is a new place in Beadnell close to the beach car park. Ideal for a walking lunch.
The Landing, Beadnell Bay
This is a new place in Beadnell close to the beach car park. Ideal for a walking lunch.
Family friendly pub food near the coast.
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The Joiners Arms
B1340
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Family friendly pub food near the coast.
I am desperate to go here as only ever hear positive things about this beach food takeaway at Bamburgh. Check them out on FB as they seem to have changeable opening hours.
Creel & Reel Seafood Trailer
I am desperate to go here as only ever hear positive things about this beach food takeaway at Bamburgh. Check them out on FB as they seem to have changeable opening hours.
An Ice cream tip off for you. Straight from the cow! Near Warkworth.
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Morwick Dairy Ice Cream
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An Ice cream tip off for you. Straight from the cow! Near Warkworth.
Italian ice cream stop off in Amble.
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Spurreli
14 Coquet St
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Italian ice cream stop off in Amble.
It’s the uniqueness of The Treehouse that makes this restaurant so special. It has a large open fire right in the middle so it particularly lovey at Christmas and on the winter. It’s part of Alnwick Gardens but you don’t need to go into the gardens to get a table.
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The Treehouse Restaurant
Denwick Lane
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It’s the uniqueness of The Treehouse that makes this restaurant so special. It has a large open fire right in the middle so it particularly lovey at Christmas and on the winter. It’s part of Alnwick Gardens but you don’t need to go into the gardens to get a table.
If we get a takeaway from Alnwick we get it from here. Telephone your order through first.
Yan's Restaurant
10 Bondgate Within
If we get a takeaway from Alnwick we get it from here. Telephone your order through first.
Situated a few miles north of Alnwick, just off the A1. They do very good salads here, eat in or take away. There is also a small section of good retail therapy. It’s a nice place to stop if you are heading North.
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Carnaby's Cafe
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Situated a few miles north of Alnwick, just off the A1. They do very good salads here, eat in or take away. There is also a small section of good retail therapy. It’s a nice place to stop if you are heading North.
This is a buzzy new restaurant off the A1 a couple of miles North-of Alnwick. It has a big terrace overlooking fields, which is lovely for sipping cocktails on a summers evening. Food is good and the decor is colourful and modern. I would book.
The Tempus at Charlton Hall Estate
This is a buzzy new restaurant off the A1 a couple of miles North-of Alnwick. It has a big terrace overlooking fields, which is lovely for sipping cocktails on a summers evening. Food is good and the decor is colourful and modern. I would book.
Beadnell is probably the busiest beaches on the Northumberland coast sometimes know as ‘Gosforth on Sea’. Though it’s 25 minutes drive north it’s worth a trip. The bay is well protected and good for swimming and water sports. There are a few good eating options but for a buzzy vibe you won’t beat Beadnell Towers. This is a high spec, trendy with excellent menu and cocktails. Probably not for you if you are looking for low key and rustic.
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Beadnell Towers
The Wynding
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Beadnell is probably the busiest beaches on the Northumberland coast sometimes know as ‘Gosforth on Sea’. Though it’s 25 minutes drive north it’s worth a trip. The bay is well protected and good for swimming and water sports. There are a few good eating options but for a buzzy vibe you won’t beat Beadnell Towers. This is a high spec, trendy with excellent menu and cocktails. Probably not for you if you are looking for low key and rustic.

Sightseeing

Visit the Iconic Bamburgh Castle that is often used for TV and film. Walk along the beach for a spectacular view of the castle and visit the 14 staterooms for a lovely family day out.
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Bamburgh Castle
40 The Wynding
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Visit the Iconic Bamburgh Castle that is often used for TV and film. Walk along the beach for a spectacular view of the castle and visit the 14 staterooms for a lovely family day out.
Alnwick castle is a really good family day out whatever the weather. There is always plenty to do and see. The castle is privately owned by Duke of Northumberland and he and his family still spend half the year living here. You can see inside many of the state rooms as well as getting involved with the many family activities. These often include broomstick riding (the famous Harry Potter films were filmed here), making medieval soaps and tiles. Flying birds of prey, dressing up in medieval costume and learning to be a knight. If there is still time after that visit the Alnwick Garden next-door.
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Alnwick kastali
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Alnwick castle is a really good family day out whatever the weather. There is always plenty to do and see. The castle is privately owned by Duke of Northumberland and he and his family still spend half the year living here. You can see inside many of the state rooms as well as getting involved with the many family activities. These often include broomstick riding (the famous Harry Potter films were filmed here), making medieval soaps and tiles. Flying birds of prey, dressing up in medieval costume and learning to be a knight. If there is still time after that visit the Alnwick Garden next-door.
The castle is great to visit and often has outside theatre in the summer, but my favourite thing is the Hemitage. A lovely riverwalk meanders through Warkworth towards the jetty, were you can pick up a rowing boat to take you the short journey across the river to the steps of the Hermitage. Steeped in history the Hermitage is impressive, calming and well worth the short trip.
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Warkworth kastali
Castle Terrace
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The castle is great to visit and often has outside theatre in the summer, but my favourite thing is the Hemitage. A lovely riverwalk meanders through Warkworth towards the jetty, were you can pick up a rowing boat to take you the short journey across the river to the steps of the Hermitage. Steeped in history the Hermitage is impressive, calming and well worth the short trip.
This is a fairly big day out. Holy island is accessed by a causeway so check tide times before you leave. Its a lovely island to explore with a lot of history and plenty of interesting bird to watch. The Lindisfarne castle is a must see as once owned by the editor of Country life magazine it is surprisingly stylish. Pick up bottle of Lindisfarne Mead on your way home. The Lindisfarne festival is a 3 day music event at the end of August.
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Holy Island
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This is a fairly big day out. Holy island is accessed by a causeway so check tide times before you leave. Its a lovely island to explore with a lot of history and plenty of interesting bird to watch. The Lindisfarne castle is a must see as once owned by the editor of Country life magazine it is surprisingly stylish. Pick up bottle of Lindisfarne Mead on your way home. The Lindisfarne festival is a 3 day music event at the end of August.
I might be a bit bias but this is our dear little local theatre and it has real charm. Not only does it have a variety of plays and shows it also doubles up as a cinema showing (relatively) new releases. The Library is also here as well as an art centre so plenty to do and see on a rainy day. https://www.alnwickplayhouse.co.uk
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The Alnwick Playhouse
Bondgate Without
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I might be a bit bias but this is our dear little local theatre and it has real charm. Not only does it have a variety of plays and shows it also doubles up as a cinema showing (relatively) new releases. The Library is also here as well as an art centre so plenty to do and see on a rainy day. https://www.alnwickplayhouse.co.uk
Famous for its snow drops and trees. This is the ancestral home of Earl Grey and although you can't visit inside the house, the gardens have a fascinating array of trees species from all around the world collected by Earl Grey on his travels. You can also get a very nice cup of tea from the lovely tea room.
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Howick Hall Gardens
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Famous for its snow drops and trees. This is the ancestral home of Earl Grey and although you can't visit inside the house, the gardens have a fascinating array of trees species from all around the world collected by Earl Grey on his travels. You can also get a very nice cup of tea from the lovely tea room.
For a gentle and quiet day observing nature.
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Hauxley Nature Reserve
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For a gentle and quiet day observing nature.
This castle is a beautiful 20 minute walk from Craster so combine it with lunch at ‘The Jolly Fisherman’.
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Þjóðtrú - Dunstanburgh Castle
Dunstanburgh Road
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This castle is a beautiful 20 minute walk from Craster so combine it with lunch at ‘The Jolly Fisherman’.
A must see if visiting the area. Very often events and activities going on here as well as visiting the poison garden, Impressive water features, swings in the cherry orchards, wobbly bridge walk. A huge new play ground is also about to be opened.
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Alnwick garðurinn
Denwick Lane
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A must see if visiting the area. Very often events and activities going on here as well as visiting the poison garden, Impressive water features, swings in the cherry orchards, wobbly bridge walk. A huge new play ground is also about to be opened.

Shopping

A huge secondhand book shop in Alnwicks old railway station. The cafe is in the old waiting rooms and always has roaring fires going so an excellent choice for a rainy day. You can also take your dog. Remember to bring any old books you want to trade in.
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Barter Books
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A huge secondhand book shop in Alnwicks old railway station. The cafe is in the old waiting rooms and always has roaring fires going so an excellent choice for a rainy day. You can also take your dog. Remember to bring any old books you want to trade in.
It is about a 3 mile coastal walk to Alnmouth from the cottage. Alnmouth is a lovely village to have a wander around and do call in at the gallery. They exhibit some super local artists and have a cafe, open 7 days a week serving coffee and cakes. From April – October lunch is served from street food van in the gallery garden.
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The Old School Gallery
Foxton Road
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It is about a 3 mile coastal walk to Alnmouth from the cottage. Alnmouth is a lovely village to have a wander around and do call in at the gallery. They exhibit some super local artists and have a cafe, open 7 days a week serving coffee and cakes. From April – October lunch is served from street food van in the gallery garden.
This is the new shop but Turnbull's is a 6th generation butchers in Alnwick and they have nailed their pies, scotch eggs, ready meals and they even serve hot food. Ideal for those staying in a local holiday cottage! M&S is next door for extra choice.
Turnbull's Northumbrian Food Hall
Taylor Drive
This is the new shop but Turnbull's is a 6th generation butchers in Alnwick and they have nailed their pies, scotch eggs, ready meals and they even serve hot food. Ideal for those staying in a local holiday cottage! M&S is next door for extra choice.
I love this little book shop in Alnwick. They often have local authors into to do signings and talk.
The Accidental Bookshop
I love this little book shop in Alnwick. They often have local authors into to do signings and talk.
Fabulous chocolates and also a good place to stop for hot chocolate or milkshake.
The Chocolate Spa
1 Fenkle St
Fabulous chocolates and also a good place to stop for hot chocolate or milkshake.
All things fly fishing run by the Hardy family in Alnwick for the last 150 years. You can also book a lesson or a-days fly fishing on the Aln here.
Hardy Fishing Store
All things fly fishing run by the Hardy family in Alnwick for the last 150 years. You can also book a lesson or a-days fly fishing on the Aln here.
Selling a wide range of local rums, beers and gins in Alnwick market place. The local favourite is The Percy Special- a mix of cherry brandy and whisky, Invented by the 10th Duke of Northumberland. It would definitely warm you up after a winters morning beach walk.
A Taste of Northumbria
6 Market Pl
Selling a wide range of local rums, beers and gins in Alnwick market place. The local favourite is The Percy Special- a mix of cherry brandy and whisky, Invented by the 10th Duke of Northumberland. It would definitely warm you up after a winters morning beach walk.
I often buy my cheeses here but you can also buy yummy looking cheese based sandwiches and VERY good bread.
The Cheese Room at the Alnwick Deli
I often buy my cheeses here but you can also buy yummy looking cheese based sandwiches and VERY good bread.
Smart little Deli/Cafe. Wouldn’t look out of place in London.
Scotts of Alnmouth
15-16 Northumberland St
Smart little Deli/Cafe. Wouldn’t look out of place in London.
Our nearest fishmonger in Seahouses.
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Swallow Fish Ltd
2 South St
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Our nearest fishmonger in Seahouses.
This is your nearest shop that sells most things.
Co-op Food - Longhoughton - Burnside
Burnside
This is your nearest shop that sells most things.
This shop and smokery is opposite The Jolly Fisherman in Craster and here you can buy the world famous Craster Kippers along with other fishy delights. Sometimes you can see the smoke billowing out of the top.
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L Robson & Sons Ltd
9 Haven Hill
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This shop and smokery is opposite The Jolly Fisherman in Craster and here you can buy the world famous Craster Kippers along with other fishy delights. Sometimes you can see the smoke billowing out of the top.
Doggie heaven in Alnwick. A sweetie shop for the 4 legged family member.
Northumbria Pets
Doggie heaven in Alnwick. A sweetie shop for the 4 legged family member.

Walking

The cottage is right on The Northumbrian Coast Path which is 62 miles of spectacular walking from Cresswell to Duridge Bay. https://www.northumberlandcoastpath.org
Hulne Park was once the hunting ground for the Percy family and is still owned by them today. There are a number of well signed walking trails that include the Abby, Priory, the River Aln and a Red Deer if you are lucky. Open daily 11am-6pm. No dogs or cyclists sadly.
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Hulne Park
Ratten Row
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Hulne Park was once the hunting ground for the Percy family and is still owned by them today. There are a number of well signed walking trails that include the Abby, Priory, the River Aln and a Red Deer if you are lucky. Open daily 11am-6pm. No dogs or cyclists sadly.
northumberland coast path 62 miles of amazing walking
Northumberland Coastal Path
Unnamed Road
northumberland coast path 62 miles of amazing walking

Cycling

The Bike shop hires a good range of bikes including the most appealing 'electric bike'! He will deliver and pick up the bikes for an extra cost but encourages you to have the bike for a few days to make it worth it. It's a super way to see a lot of the Northumbrian coast with many fine eating and drinking stop offs. The Bike shop does not have a website but telephone on 07599 350000 to arrange hire. The cottage is right on the Coast and Castle Cycle Route https://www.cyclenorthumberland.org.uk/listing/the-coast--castles-cycle-route-ncn-route-1
The Bike Shop - Alnwick
Unit 4 Dean Court
The Bike shop hires a good range of bikes including the most appealing 'electric bike'! He will deliver and pick up the bikes for an extra cost but encourages you to have the bike for a few days to make it worth it. It's a super way to see a lot of the Northumbrian coast with many fine eating and drinking stop offs. The Bike shop does not have a website but telephone on 07599 350000 to arrange hire. The cottage is right on the Coast and Castle Cycle Route https://www.cyclenorthumberland.org.uk/listing/the-coast--castles-cycle-route-ncn-route-1

Water Sports

Based in Beadnell which seems to be the hub of Northumberland coastal sports. Kev offers Surfing, Kite surfing, SUP, coasteering and kids activities.
KA KITESURFING
4 The Haven
Based in Beadnell which seems to be the hub of Northumberland coastal sports. Kev offers Surfing, Kite surfing, SUP, coasteering and kids activities.
These guys organise kayaking, coasteering and paddle boarding trips. They also hire out paddle boards, wet suits and bodyboards from thier shop in Alnwick. https://www.adventurenorthumberland.co.uk
Adventure Northumberland
Windyside Hill
These guys organise kayaking, coasteering and paddle boarding trips. They also hire out paddle boards, wet suits and bodyboards from thier shop in Alnwick. https://www.adventurenorthumberland.co.uk
Sally is an absolutely brilliant surf instructor. We have regular lesson with her and she’ll happily accommodate adults alongside young kids.
Surf Northumberland
Sally is an absolutely brilliant surf instructor. We have regular lesson with her and she’ll happily accommodate adults alongside young kids.
For paddle boarding down the River Coquet in Walkworth with sightseeing and wildlife enroute.
Northside Surf School
For paddle boarding down the River Coquet in Walkworth with sightseeing and wildlife enroute.