Boulmer is a hamlet with natural harbour and sandy beach. A row of fishermen's cottages overlooks the beach, moored with fishing boats.
Situated on the River Aln, Alnmouth is popular for golf (with two links courses) and for sailing.
The Northumberland Coast is designated as an Area Of Outstanding Beauty (AONB), starting at Berwick upon Tweed at the Scottish borders. The coast is notable for the castles and small islands such as Lindisfarne.