Nether Grange

Located right on the North Sea coast Alnmouth was originally founded as a medieval borough in 1150.  The town became established as a grain port and shipbuilding centre and has a sweeping sandy beach and a small tidal harbour.  Facilities include a handful of small shops, pubs and cafes.

The village hall (Hindmarsh) hosts a variety of different events depending on the season, for example Barn Dances or Yoga.  There is also the Autumn Club (Second Tuesday of each month), the Camera Club, River Aln Boat Club (dinghy racing, alternate Sunday afternoons at high tide). For more information go to http://www.alnmouth.org.uk/

Alnmouth Annual Arts Festival, 23-24 June 2012

The entire village gets together to celebrate art in all its forms. Many houses open as venues for paintings, photographs, jewellery…

A wider range of facilities, including shops, supermarkets, banks and chemists can be found in Alnwick, the nearest town.  Alnwick is about 4 miles inland and is connected to Alnmouth by regular buses.

During your visit to the Nether Grange you may enjoy visiting the following places of interest:

The Old School Gallery

An independent family owned gallery and picture framing business in Alnmouth.

The Friary of Saint Francis

Visitors are welcome to visit and can walk around the grounds close to the sea.

Alnwick Castle & Gardens

The huge Alnwick Castle is a big attraction in its own right and has gained a younger audience since being used as ‘Hogwarts Castle’ in the Harry Potter films. The gardens have undergone extensive rebuilding and are now the main draw for many visitors.

Farne Islands

Take a boat trip (weather permitting) from Seahouses to the Farne Islands, one of the best places in Britain to view seals and puffins.

Bamburgh Castle

Owned by the Armstrong family since the 1750s, Bamburgh Castle occupies a splendid position above the sweeping sands of the North Sea coast.

Lindisfarne

Cross the tidal causeway to Holy Island. Lindisfarne Monastery, founded by St Aiden in AD635 was instrumental in introducing Christianity to the North of England.

Cragside House

Built by Victorian industrial magnate William Armstrong, Cragside House was hugely innovative and was the first house in Britain to be lit by electric light. Now managed by the National Trust, the house and gardens are a fascinating visit.

Newcastle-upon-Tyne

The vibrant city of Newcastle is always bustling with activity and is famed for its lively nightlife. The new Baltic Arts Centre and Sage Gallery are well worth a visit.

Hadrian’s Wall

Just over 1 hour’s drive from Nether Grange, Hadrian’s Wall remains a powerful symbol of the Roman Empire.

Golf Courses

Alnmouth Village Golf Club is a fine nine hole course adjacent to the beach, and is directly in front of Nether Grange.

In addition, Alnmouth Golf Club, is a challenging 18 hole course with an excellent layout and panoramic views, located at nearby Foxton Hall.

Barter Books

Barter Books has been dubbed the British Library of secondhand bookshops and is located in a handsome old Victorian railway station in Alnwick.