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One of the most popular holiday areas on the north east coast, present-day Beadnell consists of three villages in one,
Beadnell Harbour, the old Beadnell Village and Beadnell Haven.
The harbour is of considerable age and was probably constructed in the eighteenth century, as were the limekilns, which are now under the protection of the National Trust.
The village has probably been inhabited for several thousand years, and Bronze-Age burial chambers have been discovered along the shore.
Just east of the harbour, at Ebb's Neuk Point, lie the ruins of a 13th century chapel. Legend has it that Oswald, King of Northumbria,
built the original for his sister, St Ebba, in the 7th century.
Originating in the 16th century, Beadnell Tower is a three storey stone pele tower, with 18th century alterations.
Located in the village centre, the site is now The Craster Arms public house.
The main attraction Beadnell has is its magnificent golden sandy beach, limekilns, small harbour, beautiful coastline, and views to the distant Cheviot Hills.
During holiday times the beach is very popular with watersports including, diving, sailing, windsurfing, sea canoeing and watersking. Boat launching facilities are available (although under review at the time of writing).
The beach is also popular with divers, as a departure point for exploration of the many shipwrecks located around the
Farne Islands.
Many coastal walks provide breathtaking views along this Heritage Coastline, especially between
Holy Island
and
Alnmouth,
with Beadnell being mid-way.
Ramblers will delight in the miles of unspoilt footpaths, beach and country walks. The varied terrain is easily accessible by foreshore and footpaths.
Cycling is particularly enjoyable in this area, with a variety of quiet country lanes and bridle paths, where the cyclist will find spectacular views to the coast,
and Cheviot Hills in the distance.
Birdwatching is extremely popular around the natural dune habitats and nearby bird sanctuaries.
Winter birdwatching is arguably better than in the breading season of May or June.
Dedicated watersports enthusiasts and the casual visitor alike will find Beadnell and its beautiful bay has everything on offer.
Sailing is a very popular pastime during the summer months, with Beadnell Sailing Club organising regular events throughout the season.
The village has a shop / post office / café, and also a well-stocked general store,
a fish and chip shop (seasonal), which is located at the entrance to the village (on the coast road, from
Seahouses).
Beadnell is popular with second homeowners, with over 51% (and rising) of all homes in the village being second / holiday homes.
With the continual increase in the amount of new house building, the village is in danger of being somewhat overdeveloped.
In late January 2010, a dead adult male sperm whale was washed up on the beach at Collith Hole, north of Beadnell.
This 30 foot (10 metre) long mammal is thought to have perished from starvation
after straying into the cold North Sea.
It is a rare occurrence to find a sperm whale in this area, as their main diet of squid
is to be found in the deep waters off the northwest coast of Scotland and beyond.
Beadnell has a wide variety of holiday accommodation available, including...
Hotels, Guest Houses, Bed and Breakfast, Self Catering, Camping and Caravan Sites and a Bunkhouse.
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