Whittingham Carr

Island in Northumberland

England

Whittingham Carr

Newton Point - former US Navy LORAN site Credit: J M Briscoe

Whittingham Carr is a small island located off the coast of Northumberland, England. It is situated in the North Sea, approximately 2 miles east of the town of Whittingham. The island covers an area of around 10 acres and is accessible by boat from the mainland.

Whittingham Carr is known for its stunning natural beauty and diverse wildlife. The island is home to a variety of bird species, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills, making it a popular destination for birdwatching enthusiasts. Seals can also be spotted along the island's rocky shores.

The landscape of Whittingham Carr is characterized by rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, and lush vegetation. The island boasts a range of habitats, including grasslands, heathlands, and salt marshes, providing a haven for a wide range of flora and fauna.

Visitors to the island can enjoy scenic walks along its coastal paths, taking in breathtaking views of the surrounding sea and mainland. The island is also a great spot for fishing, with an abundance of fish species found in the waters around it.

Whittingham Carr has limited facilities, with no permanent residents or accommodation options. It is primarily a nature reserve, managed by local conservation organizations to protect its unique ecosystem.

Overall, Whittingham Carr offers visitors a peaceful retreat, where they can immerse themselves in the beauty of nature and observe a diverse array of wildlife in their natural habitat.

Show me another place!

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Whittingham Carr Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.531392/-1.6118676 or Grid Reference NU2426. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Newton Point - former US Navy LORAN site

J M Briscoe

Tern Colony, Beadnell Sand Dunes

Beadnell Bay, a sandy beach stretching 3 km (1.8 miles) to the south of the village of Beadnell, contains a nationally-important colony of Little Tern and the largest mainland colony of Arctic Tern in the United Kingdom. The beach was awarded the Blue Flag rural beach award in 2005. The beach is backed by a series of sand dunes.

N Chadwick

Beadnell Bay Beach

N Chadwick

Embryo Dunes, Beadnell dunes

Part of the extensive dune network on the NE coastline

N Chadwick

Beadnell Dunes

N Chadwick

Newton Haven

Taken from just South of Newton Point (NU245251) with Embleton Bay and Dunstanborough Castle in the distance.

Alan Fearon

Southern half of Beadnell Bay

This huge bay takes up nearly three grid squares. Dunstanborough Castle can just be made out on the horizon

Alan Fearon

Runners on Beadnell beach

On holiday and didn't fancy joining the race so I took a photo instead !

Ross

Football Hole Bay

Photo taken from the North end of the bay just South of Beadnell Bay

Les Hull

Football Hole Bay

View from the South near Newton Point. On this day a flock of Goldeneye were riding the waves in the bay.

Les Hull

St Marys Church, Low Newton

St Mary's church, which dates from the end of the 19th century, is an unusual building. The church, originally purchased in kit form, is constructed from corrugated steel sheeting and features pretty stained glass windows. Used both as church and village hall in times past, the building was extensively refurbished a few years ago and continues to be in regular use.

N Chadwick