Jude and I have just returned from a week in Northumberland, staying in the wonderful town of Alnwick. As you may have gathered by now, we’re drawn, almost magnetically, towards the sea and the beaches along this stretch of coastline are fabulous.
So it was that we went for a walk to Dunstanburgh Castle along Embleton beach. For added interest, to me anyway, there’s an 18 hole links style golf course which runs alongside. I was fortunate to spot 2 golfers on the horizon while I had my camera set to black and white and I thought it made for an excellent photo. (See pic 7). Little did I know at the time, until I turned the corner and spoke to them, that the lady hitting the shot to the par 3 “signature hole” 13th had put it to just 2 feet away from the pin! (See pic 8). Great shot Marcia!! (In case you’re wondering, yes, she did sink the putt for a birdie!)
As you may already know, Northumberland has more castles than any other county in England – over 70 in fact. Dunstanburgh Castle was built by Earl Thomas of Lancaster between 1313 and 1322, taking advantage of the site’s natural defences and the existing earthworks of an Iron Age fort. As you will see below it’s now a shadow of its former glory. For more information, please click here.
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There’s certainly nothing better than a time spent by the coast especially as beautiful as in the area of Northumberland 🤗
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Indeed! We’re looking forward to visiting your neck of the woods sometime. We also love the beaches in Ireland. 😊
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I’m not a golfer 🙂 but what I did understand is that it is a wonderful place and the ruines of the castle are beautiful.
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Yes, it’s a lovely backdrop to the walk – adding that extra touch of interest to the photos. 😊
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Thanks for taking us with you to Northumberland, Mike. I really enjoyed these photos of the beach, seaside, golf course and Dunstanburgh Castle. Magnificent and vast and refreshing.
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Many thanks for your comments Jet and you’re very welcome. I have another series to come which also passes by this area, but hopefully there will be some other interesting views. 😊
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Impressive scenery and such a beautiful beach to walk along. The old castle is absolutely stunning, given its age. Lovely images Mike!!
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Thank you Anita, you’re too kind! It’s a lovely part of the UK. We have thought about living in that area, which is one of the reasons we booked the holiday. However, we have discovered equally good beaches over on the west coast and the sea is warmer… 🤔
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