Northumberland, England, United Kingdom

Warkworth Beach

Warkworth Beach is a beautiful and fairly remote beach known for its long stretch of sandy coastline. The beach is spacious and often quiet, providing an ideal getaway from the more crowded touristy beaches. It is particularly appreciated for its natural characteristics, including the gorgeous sand and the big waves that make it a potential spot for surfing. The best time to witness these waves is an hour before high tide.

The beach is accessible via a short walk from a nearby free car park. The car park is located next to a golf club and if it's full, additional parking is available on the road next to the bushes. From the car park, it's about a 10-minute walk to reach the beach. The walk is fairly easy with no major hills, though the toilets are a bit of a distance away from the beach, so visitors are advised to prepare accordingly.

Discover a serene retreat near Warkworth Beach, known for its expansive sandy shore and ideal surfing waves, by exploring accommodation options.

While there are no specific amenities such as restaurants or bars on the beach, there is a toilet block near the car parking area. Visitors are advised to come prepared with food and drinks as there are no immediate dining options available on the beach. The beach is also considered family-friendly and an ideal place for dog walks.

What to do at Warkworth Beach?

Amenities

Warkworth Beach amenities include parking and toilet.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Warkworth Beach include Jackdaw Restaurant, Masons Arms, Topsey Turveys, Bertram's cafe and courtyard and Carlisle.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beauty and tranquility of the beach, with its long stretch of sand and big waves being particularly appreciated. Free parking and the absence of crowds are also frequently mentioned positives. However, some visitors note that the toilets are a bit of a walk away and there are no nearby food options.

Where to Stay near Warkworth Beach?

Most visitors to Warkworth Beach choose to stay in the charming village of Warkworth, which is just a short distance away and offers cozy accommodations. Others might stay in the nearby town of Alnwick, known for its historic castle and gardens, making it a convenient base for exploring the wider Northumberland area.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Warkworth Beach?

Latitude: 55.3518295 / Longitude: -1.5948512

Warkworth Beach is located in Northumberland. The following map of Warkworth Beach shows the exact location.


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Warkworth Beach: Weather Today

📅 Monday, December 15, 2025
Today is not the best day for the beach. Expect a rather cool day with a high of 12.3 °C. It will likely rain, so bring appropriate gear. The wind might be strong at times. The sea temperature is 9.4 °C and the waves are moderate.
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Air

Low / High6.5°C/12.3°C
Feels Like (High)9.7°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature9.4 °C
Wave Height0.9 m
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Rain

Rain Chance50%
Rainfall1.4 mm
Rain Duration9 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset08:27/15:35
Sunshine Hours0.0 hrs
UV Index0.35
Cloud Cover100%
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Wind

Speed26.6 km/h
Gusts45 km/h
DirectionSW

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