The best walks and hikes around Cresswell

Great views along the coast from here. To the north, the horizon is dominated by Lynemouth power station. Just beyond you can make out Coquet Island. To the south, you can see St Bartholomew's Church. This is a great place for wildlife spotting. Keep an eye out for dolphins, whales, porpoises, seals and otters.

One of a kind, the tree is a brick sculpture, it is not natural and has not grew out of the ground. It is made of bricks and motar. Located on the north side of Hauxley Nature Reserve access point

This memorial commemorates the sacrifices of Newbiggin Colliery workers in the Great War, it was created by Messrs. Cackett and Burns Dick. It stands as a testament to the 575 employees who served, of whom 92 tragically lost their lives. Constructed of granite, sandstone, and bronze, the memorial features a striking Doric column rising from a square pedestal with a circular stepped base. This central element is positioned on a large circular platform, encircled by a concrete seat with a paneled parapet. A bronze tablet on the front of the pedestal bears the poignant inscription: "To the Glorious Memory/of the 575 Officers and men/from Newbiggin Colliery/who served in the/Great War 1914-1918/of whom 92/died in the Cause/of/Liberty" Commissioned by the Newbiggin Colliery Company, this memorial reflects the significant impact of the war on the community. An astonishing 40% of the colliery's workforce enlisted to serve their country. The memorial was unveiled on July 9, 1921, by Major-General Sir R. A. Kerr Montgomery. This well-designed memorial serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by the men of Newbiggin Colliery. It is a poignant example of how communities across the nation honoured their fallen heroes. The North East War Memorials Project has recommended this memorial for listing as a Grade II structure, recognising its historical and architectural importance.

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Woodhorn Mill has a long history, with records from 1663 mentioning both a water mill and a windmill on the site. The current stone structure likely dates back to the 19th century, and although a fire in 1853 destroyed much of the machinery, significant remnants like internal woodwork, gearing, and some sail arms remain. This Grade II listed building occupies a prominent position on high ground, probably the same spot as the earlier windmill. Interestingly, it was operated by a man named Robert Hindhaugh in the early 19th century. You might also notice that it's missing from some older maps—this was likely because it was such an important landmark for seafarers.

Lynemouth Power Station, was originally constructed in 1972 as a coal-fired power station, it primarily served the nearby Alcan Lynemouth Aluminium Smelter. However, with the smelter's closure in 2012, the power station faced an uncertain future.   The station underwent a major conversion to become a biomass power plant. This involved significant upgrades, including the installation of new boilers, turbines, and state-of-the-art emissions control equipment. Today, the plant boasts a capacity of 420 MW, capable of powering approximately 450,000 homes.

St Mary's is the former parish church in Woodhorn, Northumberland, near Newbiggin by the Sea. The church is one of the oldest in Northumberland and incorporates Saxon, Norman and Gothic-style architecture. The nave and west tower are Pre-Conquest, the north and south aisles are 12th century, whilst the eastern arches of arcades and chancel arch are 13th century.

A paradise for terns. Also herons, barn owls, black-headed gulls, ...