Cresswell to Warkworth Starting at Cresswell and heading North, after about 3km you will reach the edge of Druridge Bay Country Park. The Park has a Cafe and shop in the school holidays and at weekends, which makes it a good stop off point. There is also a lake, picnic facilities and toilets here. Heading North from Druridge Bay you have the choice of walking on the beach or on the paths in the dunes. I would recommend taking the dune route here as you will come across Hauxley Nature Reserve, part of the former open cast coal mine that is now under the care of the Northumberland Wildlife Trust. Continuing North you pass the dunes of Amble Links, with wonderful views of the Coquet Island (an RSPB Nature Reserve), before entering the Port of Amble. Amble is commonly known as 'the friendliest port' and gained the nickname in the 1930's when Amble Council sent the RMS Mauretania a message on it's last voyage to the the wreckers yard 'Still the finest ship on the seas' and they replied with greetings 'to the last and friendliest port in England'. There are excellent facilities here, with public toilets, shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants. We would particularly recommend stopping off at Spurelli Boutique Icecream near the harbour, it's one of the top places to eat in Northumberland. There are also many other quality places to eat and drink in Amble. The Coast Path then takes you along the Coquet Estuary and upstream along a particularly good stretch of River for birdwatching to the beautiful and ancient Village of Warkworth. Stage One of the Coast Path ends in Warkworth and there is plenty to see and do here. Dominating the Village is the stunning Castle and Hermitage, cared for by English Heritage. There are also many (dog friendly) Cafe's, Pubs and Restaurants and also a wide choice of Accommodation. Top Attractions Along The Way Public Transport Cresswell, Amble and Warkworth are all served by bus, operated by Arriva, from Newcastle, Alnwick and Ashington. Accommodation Along The Way |