From Lindisfarne to Berwick

The coastline from Lindisfarne to Berwick is the quietest section of the Northumbrian Coast. It is an area of Nature Reserves, quiet beaches and one of the best golf courses in England. On this walk I took the bus from Berwick to Beal and walking back north along the coast.

The Walk

The section from Lindisfarne to Berwick is the quietest section of the Northumberland Coast but one of the most enjoyable. Initially the walk leaves the coast itself and winds its way through the flats beyond. It is a countryside of waders and rushes, reminiscent of a walk through any RSPB reserve. Soon however the walk approaches Goswick and its impressive Golf Course. Goswick village is nothing in its own right but beyond the course offers a fine backdrop to this part of the walk and the Club House is very welcoming if you want a break.

Cross the Golf Course at the Club House and enter the Cheswick Sands Nature Reserve. A section of beach is reserved as a bird sanctuary and on my next visit will certainly take my binoculars. However turn right at the beach and enjoy the next mile or so of classic Northumberland beach walking. At high tide you may have to stick to the dunes but at any other time I would take to the beach itself. Perfection.

The final 3 miles of walking towards Berwick contrasts nicely with what has gone before. Here the coastal path rises (very noticeable at this stage in the walk!) and falls as it traverses the top of the sea cliffs. Dropping in to Berwick is very enjoyable and certainly shows one of the best sides of the town. A lovely beach front.

Recommend

Most coastal walks are best one way. This is no exception. It does make you rely on the bus service though which as in 2025 can be a little unreliable. The X15 runs every 2 hours from just on the north side of the road bridge. It is usually fine but I would strongly advise taking the bus at the start of the walk. It removes any stress!

Navigation Tips from Lindisfarne to Berwick

It is a walk without navigational challenges but a few route decisions. Until Goswick Club House the route does not visit the coast. It is close but not ‘there’. However at the club house cross the golf course and the remainder of the walk is all on the coast. Understanding the route before hand brings clarity to the walker, they know what is coming up.