Sunday 25 August

The day started with bacon and sausage cobs and then we set off for Bamburgh. We parked near the magnificent castle and walked down to the enormous beach. Harris and Pepper were in their element running around on the beach and James had fun. Andrew and Harris bravely went in the sea even though it was very bracing

We then walked back up for a coffee and were lucky to come across a Macmillan cancer charity coffee morning with the most amazing array of tasty treats. James discovered the delights of cheese scones and also had a win on the tombola. A good time was had by all.  It was then time in the play area for James, window shopping for Catherine, Elizabeth, Sarah and Chris whilst Graeme and Harris sat by the beautiful cricket ground watching the locals play croquet.

We had intended to have a look in Seahouses on the way home, but it was so busy we decided to go back to the house and chill and to come back to Seahouses another day.

Bamburgh Castle, a magnificent intact fortress which dominates the local landscape.

The beach at Bamburgh, recently voted by the British public - once again - as Britain's best beach.