Druridge Bay is one of Northumberland coast’s largest bays; a seven mile stretch of sand with dunes running from Amble to Cresswell and is within Druridge Bay Country Park, which has a large park with a lake, woodland and visitor centre just off the A1068. It is a popular place for outdoor activities including cycling, walking, paddling and surfing.
The stretch of beach running south of the Chevington Burn towards the National Trust land is privately owned, but has been used as an unofficial nudist beach for around 50 years.
You will see remains of pill-boxes and anti-tank blocks, being the remnants of defences placed here during the Second World War.
A network of paths allows you to explore the whole park and discover the wildlife and landscapes of Druridge Bay. Within Druridge Bay Country Park there are a number of smaller nature reserves with wildlife ranging from swans around the reservoir to the rare golden snipe.
Good to Know
- Beach Type Beaches and Coves
- Facilities There are toilets, cafe, children's play area and picnic benches as well as a visitors centre.
- Nudist Status Unofficial
- Ease of Access Without difficulty.
Getting There
- Town / County / State Druridge Bay Beach, Amble, Amble, Northumberland , United Kingdom
- Zip / Postal Code NE61 5BX
- DirectionsDruridge Bay Country Park lies just off the A1068, just three miles from Amble, providing easy access from Newcastle and south-east Northumberland.
Parking
Parking at various points along the bay by the sand dunes right next to the beach.
Public Transport
The nearby village of Hadston is well-connected by public transport. Take the MAX X20 bus from Newcastle or Alnwick; or the MAX X18 bus from Morpeth.
Coordinates
- Latitude 55.336231
- Longitude -1.573200
