Druridge Bay Country Park & visitor centre

Druridge Bay Country Park is a large park with a lake, woodland, visitor centre and beach just off the A1068, three miles south of Amble.

The park is situated on Druridge Bay itself, between Amble and Cresswell. The park comprises a large freshwater lake, woodland, and grassland and meadows. The park also contains three miles of beautiful beaches and sand dunes.

A network of paths allows you to explore the whole park and discover the wildlife and landscapes of Druridge Bay. A visitor centre, cafe, toilets, play area, and car parking are all available for you to make the most of your visit to the country park. 

The park gates are open during daylight hours throughout the year.

There are no permit requirements to fish in the sea. Details of size limits and protected species are available from the Northumberland Inshore Fisheries Conservation Authority.

The visitor centre and cafe lies at the south-eastern edge of Ladyburn Lake, next to the main car park.

The Country Parks are operating normal opening times, toilets facilities are open as normal.

The visitor centre contains a newly refurbished Cafe, historical information centre, viewing platform, and small shop selling books, maps, and gifts. There is also a children’s play area and picnic area nearby. You can also purchase water sports permits for the Lake from here. 

The main toilets and information area of the visitor centre are open daily from 9am to 5pm.

A toilet is available 24/7, this is located on the building near the dog drinking station.

Druridge Bay Country Park lies just off the A1068, just three miles from Amble, providing easy access from Newcastle and south-east Northumberland.

Druridge Bay Country Park,
Red Row,
Northumberland,
NE61 5BX

Parking
There are three car parks in the park, the largest of which is found at the far end of the access road, adjacent to the visitor centre. 

The following car parking charges apply:

• First hour - free (please still display a ticket)
• Up to two hours - £2.50
• Over two hours - £4.50
• An annual permit is also available for regular visitors at a cost of £55. Annual permits run from 1 July to 30 June each year. 6 Month permits are available for £29.50 and run from 1 January to 30 June.

Parking is free for Blue Badge holders, this is the case whether parked in a disabled bay or not, please display your Blue Badge

Please click here for more information about parking permits

The park gates are open during daylight hours. Please ensure that your vehicle is removed from the car park by the closing time stated on the car park notices. 

Public Transport
The nearby village of Hadston is well-connected by public transport. Take the MAX X20 bus from Newcastle or Alnwick; or the MAX X18 bus from Morpeth. 

Find out about bus services to the area by visiting Arriva North East
 

There are many paths within the park, taking you round the lake, through woodland, and along the dunes. Many of the paths are fully accessible for visitors of all abilities.

The Northumberland Coast Path and National Cycle Network Route 1 pass directly through the country park. There is also an established rights of way network connecting the park to the wider area. Cyclists and walkers are warmly welcomed to the visitor centre. 

Camping facilities for tents, caravans and campervans are available at Druridge Bay campsite.

Find out about the campsite by clicking here

You can find information about country park byelaws here.

To view the country byelaws for Druridge Bay click here.

Drone use
Launching drones from County Council land is only allowed with the consent of the Council and where a formal license agreement has been signed. The council reserves the right to refuse consent and where consent is granted will require evidence of your Civil Aviation Training Certificate and public liability insurance.

 

Druridge Bay Country Park, Red Row, Northumberland, NE61 5BX

Telephone: 01670 760968
Email: druridgebay@northumberland.gov.uk

We ask that anyone wishing to bring a group, this may include School groups, Education groups, Clubs, Scouts & Cadets etc please let us know through the above contact details.