Northumberland Coast: Amble to Berwick-upon-Tweed

Amble – Warkworth – Alnmouth – Craster – Dunstanburgh – Seahouses – Bamburgh – Holy Island – Berwick

Road Trip Itinerary Overview

Follow the dramatically preserved Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Starting at the friendly seaport of Amble, you cruise past the mighty loop of Warkworth Castle, the pastel cottages of Alnmouth estuary, the traditional smokehouses of Craster, and walk to the haunting ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle. Continue past the puffin boat haven of Seahouses to the red-sandstone grandeur of Bamburgh Castle, cross the tidal causeway to Holy Island (Lindisfarne), and conclude at the Elizabethan garrison walls of Berwick-upon-Tweed on the Scottish border.

A spectacular coastal drive connecting sandy estuaries, smoking kipper harbours, romantic ruins, and tidal holy islands.

Key Waypoints & Scenic Stops Along the Route

1. Amble Harbour & Coquet Island
2. Warkworth Castle & Hermitage
3. Alnmouth Estuary & Beach
4. Craster Harbour & Smokehouses
5. Dunstanburgh Castle Ruins
6. Seahouses Harbour
7. Bamburgh Castle & Sands
8. Holy Island of Lindisfarne
9. Berwick-upon-Tweed Elizabethan Ramparts

Recommended Places to Stay & Overnight Stops

• 🏨 The Victoria Hotel, Bamburgh (Accommodation):
• 🏨 The Lindisfarne Hotel, Holy Island (Accommodation):

Roadside Dining, Historic Pubs & Places to Eat

• 🍴 L. Robson & Sons Smokehouse, Craster (Original Craster Kippers & Smoked Salmon):
• 🍴 The Potted Lobster, Bamburgh (Local Dressed Crab, Lobster & Mussels):
• 🍴 The Ship Inn, Holy Island (Lindisfarne Oysters & Northumbrian Ale):

EV Charging Stations & Rapid Hubs

• ⚡ GeniePoint Seahouses Car Park:
• ⚡ Fastned Berwick A1 Hub:

Fuel, Petrol Stations & Rest Services

• ⛽ Alnwick A1 Bypass Services:
• ⛽ Berwick North Roundabout Plaza:

Essential Driving Tips & Seasonal Advice

• ALWAYS check the Lindisfarne causeway tide tables before traveling. The road floods completely twice every 24 hours.
• The 1.5-mile walk from Craster harbour along the sheep pastures to Dunstanburgh Castle is traffic-free and unmissable.
• Farne Island boat trips depart from Seahouses from April to October—advance booking is essential for puffin watching.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Northumberland Coast: Amble to Berwick-upon-Tweed road trip and what are the main stops?

Northumberland Coast: Amble to Berwick-upon-Tweed covers 50 miles (80 km) over 1-2 Days, rated Easy. It starts at Amble and finishes at Berwick-upon-Tweed, passing through Amble Harbour & Coquet Island, Warkworth Castle & Hermitage, Alnmouth Estuary & Beach, Craster Harbour & Smokehouses, Dunstanburgh Castle Ruins, Seahouses Harbour, Bamburgh Castle & Sands, Holy Island of Lindisfarne, Berwick-upon-Tweed Elizabethan Ramparts.

Where are the EV charging stations on Northumberland Coast: Amble to Berwick-upon-Tweed?

GeniePoint Seahouses Car Park: Fast EV charging available. Fastned Berwick A1 Hub: Fast EV charging available.

Where are the best places to stay along Northumberland Coast: Amble to Berwick-upon-Tweed?

The Victoria Hotel, Bamburgh (Stay): The Lindisfarne Hotel, Holy Island (Stay):