Alnmouth Beach – Alnmouth Village and Estuary loop from Alnmouth

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Alnmouth Beach – Alnmouth Village and Estuary loop from Alnmouth

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Alnmouth Beach – Alnmouth Village and Estuary loop from Alnmouth

02:33

9.87km

50m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

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Northumberland Coast National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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307 m

Alnmouth Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

Alnmouth Beach is a wide expanse of sand sitting at the mouth of the River Aln. The quiet beach is a picturesque spot to enjoy the calm sea and golden …

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1.91 km

Marden Rocks

Highlight • Natural

Marden Rocks are a series of sandstone rocks located on the Northumberland coast, between Alnmouth and Boulmer.

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2.58 km

Fluke Hole

Highlight • Natural

Possibly named after the flat fish, fluke or common flounder. Popular spot with beach anglers.

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3.25 km

Beach

7.31 km

Lesbury Footbridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Picnic area for when you’ve finished the trail. A great place to feed the Robins and Ducks.

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8.47 km

Riverside Walk along the River Aln in Alnmouth

Highlight • Trail

Stroll alongside the River Aln, great views of the river, bridge and colourful houses in Alnmouth.

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8.54 km

Duchess Bridge

Highlight • Monument

Built in 1864 and named after Eleanor, Duchess of Northumberland, Duchess Bridge is a Grade II listed stone bridge over the River Aln. The bridge has a cast-iron plate on …

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8.91 km

Alnmouth Harbour

Highlight • River

wrap up windy today

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9.36 km

Alnmouth Village and Estuary

Highlight • Settlement

Alnmouth is a pretty coastal village on the River Aln estuary that is known for its brightly painted houses, gorgeous golden beach and proximity to abundant wildlife. You find plenty …

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