Collywell Bay

Bay in Northumberland

England

Collywell Bay

Access Road and verge, south of Curry's Point Credit: Philip Cornwall

Collywell Bay is a picturesque coastal bay located in Northumberland, England. Situated between the towns of Whitley Bay and Seaton Sluice, it is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

The bay is characterized by its stunning natural beauty, with golden sandy beaches and clear blue waters. The beach stretches for approximately half a mile, offering ample space for sunbathing, picnicking, and a variety of beach activities. The bay is also home to a range of rock pools, which are perfect for exploring and discovering marine life.

Collywell Bay is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and unwinding. The bay is surrounded by grassy dunes and rocky cliffs, providing a scenic backdrop for visitors. It also boasts fantastic views of St Mary's Island and its iconic lighthouse, which is accessible via a causeway during low tide.

The bay is well-equipped with amenities for visitors, including car parks, toilets, and a nearby cafe offering refreshments. Lifeguards are present during the summer months to ensure the safety of swimmers and beachgoers.

Collywell Bay is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, with various seabirds and marine species inhabiting the area. It is also a popular spot for fishing, with anglers often seen casting their lines from the beach or nearby rocks.

In summary, Collywell Bay is a beautiful coastal bay in Northumberland, offering a serene and scenic environment for visitors to enjoy the beach, explore rock pools, and take in breathtaking views of St Mary's Island.

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Collywell Bay Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.081579/-1.4680958 or Grid Reference NZ3476. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Access Road and verge, south of Curry's Point

Philip Cornwall

Curry's Point and St Mary's Island

Taken shortly after high tide, the causeway connecting the island to the mainland is submerged.

Philip Cornwall

St Mary's Lighthouse, North of Whitley Bay

St Mary's Lighthouse is on the tiny St Mary's (or Bait) Island, just north of Whitley Bay on the coast of North East England. The small rocky tidal island is linked to the mainland by a short concrete causeway which is submerged at high tide. The lighthouse and adjacent keepers' cottages were built in 1898 by the John Miller company of Tynemouth, using 645 blocks of stone and 750,000 bricks. The lighthouse was decommissioned in 1984

Brian Deegan

Seaton Delaval Hall

Seaton Delaval Hall is a Grade I listed country house in Northumberland, England. It is near the coast just north of Newcastle upon Tyne. Located between Seaton Sluice and Seaton Delaval, it was designed by Sir John Vanbrugh in 1718 for Admiral George Delaval; it is now owned by the National Trust. Since completion of the house in 1728, it has had an unfortunate history. Neither architect nor patron lived to see its completion; it then passed through a succession of heirs, being lived in only intermittently. Most damaging of all, in 1822 the central block was gutted by fire, and has remained an empty shell ever since.

Brian Deegan

Church of Our Lady, Seaton Delaval

Grade 1 listed Link

Brian Deegan

On the beach at Seaton Sluice

The tidal part of the beach makes for much easier walking but is separated from the upper part of the beach by a more or less continuous channel which is a little tricky to cross. Furthermore this channel drains to the sea through a number of rivulets at right angles to the coast, thereby further impeding progress.

Oliver Dixon