Village is well-kept by the National Trust and offers a peaceful escape thanks to its whitewashed cottages and serene beach
The beach is relatively quiet all-year round (Image: Owen Humphreys/PA Wire)
This charming fishing town sits quietly along the Northumberland coast and continues to wow visitors with its nature-immersed activities, all under the control of the National Trust.
Boasting a breathtaking shoreline, Low Newton-by-the-Sea offers an ideal getaway beyond the tourist-heavy months, where its beaches are equally as beautiful, and the atmosphere is nothing but peaceful. Its delightful cream cottages are dotted along the shoreline, allowing both residents and guests to look out at the sea from all angles in the most picturesque setting.
The beach is the true bread-and-butter of this place, in what has been described as “more than 30 miles of barely trodden” sands. Within the are,a you can discover hidden bays and experience the most blazing of sunsets, all without the hustle and bustle of a typical seaside town.
White cottages line the beach (Image: UGC TNE)
A recent visitor shared on TripAdvisor: “We love this place. Newton Point is beautiful. The beach is beautiful. The sea is unbelievably blue – or silver. Walk from Low Newton to Craster along the beach, stopping for refreshments at the golf club.”
Meanwhile, another person claimed: “We have visited most, if not all, of the beaches in Northumberland & this is definitely up there with the very best.” A third added: “It is a huge expanse of white sands not to be missed on your visit to the Northumberland coast.”
Alongside its glorious shoreline, Low Newton is home to a much-loved microbrewery at the heart of the village, known as The Ship Inn. It’s a cosy pub that offers traditional food and drinks, all with unmatched views of the seaside.
One satisfied customer said that this spot is the “perfect refuge on a rainy day”. They continued to share: “This wonderful pub was an unexpected gem of a find on a rainy day. Excellent beers from the in-house brewery and perfect crab sandwiches. Great atmosphere, quick, friendly service, despite being busy, and a perfect pub experience all round. Can very highly recommend.”
The Ship Inn serves locally brewed beers(Image: Newcastle Chronicle)
Also luring visitors to the fishing town is its abundance of bird life, which is particularly appealing to keen birdwatchers and nature lovers. Tucked away amongst the expansive beaches and sand dunes is a woodland area, known as Newton Pool Nature Reserve, dedicated to observing the area’s wide range of coastal species and seabirds.
One visitor described the area as one of “wildlife galore”, writing: “This is a lovely little bird reserve overlooking Newton Pool, a peaceful place to sit awhile and watch the birds and other wildlife and take a moment away from the bustle and noise of the rest of the world.”
Another added that this was a “real highlight of a trip up the Northumberland coast”. One happy visitor shared: “Anyone interested in nature and, in particular, birds should spare time for a visit here when in the area.
“With bird hides and good photograph opportunities, there’s something for all nature lovers. Visit the beach as well, as it’s beautiful, and grab a well-deserved drink and a bite to eat in the nearby Ship Inn (Newton by the Sea) afterwards.”