At the mouth of the Coquet river in mid-Northumberland, on the North Sea coast, lies the town of Amble, nine miles south of Alnwick and a mile southeast of Warkworth. The town was built upon a peninsula, providing extensive views of the surrounding coastline. The name is thought to have derived from Annebelle, an Old English term meaning ‘Anna’s Promontory.’ Roman coins and ancient Briton foundations have been found in the area surrounding Amble, suggesting occupation at different times during its history. Following the dissolution of the monasteries, the ownership of Coquet Island, renowned for the quality of its sandstone and a popular retreat for St.Cuthbert, belonged to the Earl of Warwick and later passed to the Widdrington family who in turn, sold it to the Duke of Northumberland. Coquet island today is a popular RSPB reserve used by many native and visiting birds including terns and puffins. The town owed its prosperity and growth to the coalfields from which in the 19th century it used to ship coal to south England and the continent. As the industry declined however, so did the town but it has recently seen new development in the form of an award-winning marina on the site of the former staithes and is once more, a busy harbour town
Attraction
Amble Links Beach
Hauxley Nature Reserve and Visitor Centre
Dentist
Amble Dental Practice
Amble Health Centre Dental Dept
Doctor
Market
Amble Harbour Car Boot
Amble Market
Pub and Bar
Harbour Inn
Schooner Inn
Tavern
The Wellwood
Restaurant
Bengal Spice Tandoori
Oriental Dragon
Schooner Inn
The Wellwood
School
Amble County Middle School
Amble First School
Coquet High School
Self-Catering
Solicitor
Taxi
Amble Taxis
East Coastline
G & R Taxis
Shops
Activities
Serenity Sea Charters(Fishing)
Places to Stay near Amble
Eden Bungalow (0.46 miles)
The Coach House B&B (0.79 miles)
Sun Hotel (1.41 miles)
Directly opposite the castle, the Sun Hotel portrays all the charm of a seventeenth-century coaching inn. Offering superb accommodation in a secluded position, the hotel has ample car and coach parking ... More
Number 28 (1.49 miles)
Warkworth Old Post Office (1.49 miles)
A warm welcome awaits you at Warkworth Old Post Office Bed and Breakfast situated on the picturesque Northumberland coast. We offer a comfortable stay in an area of rich historical interest, where you can find relaxation ... More | visit website
Warkworth House Hotel (1.53 miles)
Aulden (1.54 miles)
Situated in the peaceful outskirts of the picturesque village of Warkworth, not far from the historic castle, we have been providing a warm and friendly welcome to guests for many years.
Here you can relax ... More
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Fairfield House (1.68 miles)
A beautiful Victorian house quietly situated on the edge of the picturesque village of Warkworth. Elegant and high quality accommodation. The bedrooms are tastefully decorated and ... More
The Trap Inn (2.10 miles)
We are a family run business situated 25 miles North of Newcastle and 5 minutes ... More | visit website
The Gamekeepers Lodge (2.33 miles)
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