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Adjacent to Embleton village golf course in Northumberland is a long sandy beach flanked by rolling unspoilt dunes. The shore gradually slopes so it is ideal for children and the shape of the bay protects from the wind. Add to this the superb aspect of Dunstanburgh Castle ruins and easy access with cheap parking (£1) and you have a superb combination which you would travel far to beat.

For those not interested in sitting on the beach it is great for running, or why not explore the fascinating little beach houses which are situated on the north side of the beach sat upon the dunes. They are simple, characterful summer houses which remind me of the Kiwi Baches we were so fond of in New Zealand.

The light on the beach as the sun goes down is spectacular, although the sun doesn't set over the sea it casts a wonderful light over Dunstanburgh Castle and, on a calm night, the ruins reflect in the sea which is wonderful.

We have recently been down to Cornwall which for us was a considerably greater distance to find similar beaches far busier, more expensive to park and the weather was no different. Norhumberland has a lot to offer to anyone based in the North of England who can't face the long trip south to Devon and Cornwall.

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