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We visited for the first time last year and absolutely loved it - so much so that it's going to be our first trip this year.

We stayed at Budle Bay campsite, which is very basic but suited us perfectly. It's definitely not the shiniest site in the area (toilet/shower blocks are a bit dated and there's no shop, etc) but there are hook ups and, most importantly, shelter from the wind which can be a problem in that area. Bamburgh, Seahouses and the Holy Island are all within a few miles and Alnwick is about an hour away - all worth a day out.

Your first trip to Northumberland won't be your last!

Quote: Originally posted by jaqugra on 28/2/2011

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We stayed at Dunstan Hill CCC - we walked past Proctors Stead into Craster. Walking distance to beach. Embleton has a few pubs, post office and general store. It was also our fist time to this area last year and we all loved it.

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We stayed in 2 places a couples of years ago - http://www.ukcampsite.co.uk/sites/reviews.asp?revid=2558 - Beadnell Bay which was in a gorgeous location near a beautiful beach & walkable to Bamburgh with the castle.  There were a couple of good pubs in the village too.  We drove into Alnwick one day - it's worth visiting the amazing second habd bookshop there.

Also - http://www.ukcampsite.co.uk/sites/reviews.asp?revid=4968  - Demesne Farm in Bellingham which was a cute little campsite in a large villege, again with pubs.  This was handy for Kielder forest where our son had a brilliant day on a mountain bike taster session that was run by a bike shop in the forest.  Kielder's a good place to visit for walks & water-y things!