Alnmouth was an important grain port until Christmas Eve of 1806, when a fearsome storm changed the course of the river and cut of the village’s harbour. Today, it’s a peaceful place, surrounded by some of Northumberland’s most spectacular countryside and is a stone’s throw from miles of unspoilt sandy beaches. It’s a great place for an active, outdoor holiday, or to find a quiet spot on the beach and gaze out to sea.
View towards Alnmouth town Walking, cycling, water sports and golf are all easily accessible from the village, which has a selection of inviting shops, pubs, restaurants and cafes. A short drive from Alnmouth is the bustling market town of Alnwick, the stunning Alnwick Gardens and the Farne Islands, one of Europe’s most important sanctuaries for seabirds.
For peace, tranquillity and a spot of sunbathing, look no further than Alnmouth Beach. You’ll find a quiet stretch of sand looking out on to a sweeping bay, perfect for hiking, sunbathing and swimming in the warmer summer months. The beach is a short walk from the village and has a car park and toilets.
Alnmouth is home to Northumberland’s – and quite possibly the UK’s – smallest museum. Tucked away by the harbour, you’ll find the Ferry Hut Museum. It used to be a shelter for the ferryman who took passengers back and forth across the River Aln. Now it’s a unique museum, full of local artefacts and not much bigger than a wardrobe.
Every June, Northumberland’s best artists gather in Alnmouth for Alnmouth Arts Festival. You’ll find exhibitions and stands throughout the village during this increasingly popular weekend-long event.
For a fairly small village, Alnmouth has a surprising number of good places to eat. For fresh, simple dishes including pan-fried scallops and honey-roasted gammon, try Bistro 23.
“Colourfully painted houses overlook the windswept Aln estuary in the peaceful village of Alnmouth.“
Or, for warming broths and a pint of local ale, wander down to the Sun Inn, a traditional, cosy pub which serves as a social hub for the people of Alnmouth.
With to much to see and do on a holiday to Alnmouth, take a look at our collection of cottages and start planning your next holiday to Northumberland.