Drawing in visitors from across theNortheast, this charming seaside village boasts stunning natural beauty, positioned just a stone's throw from the Scottish border.

Families and international tourists alike flock to the picturesque seaside village of Seahouses, using it as a convenient base for their adventures. With Northumberland National Park and the Farne Islands within easy reach, the village serves as an ideal stopping point for sightseers exploring the region.

Seahouses sits within the Northumberland Coast National Landscape, a protected area celebrated for its outstanding natural beauty and diverse wildlife. This prime location provides the village with breathtaking vistas, excellent walking trails and outdoor pursuits that let visitors truly connect with nature.

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One visitor shared on TripAdvisor: "The beaches are so spacious, sandy and peaceful – even in peak season you can find space to enjoy the tranquillity. Head out for an early morning walk and you can have the whole beach to yourself. Stunning sunrises and sunsets."

The village also attracts food lovers eager to sample its renowned fish and chips whilst taking in the coastal scenery, as Seahouses maintains an active fishing harbour. This working port helps support the tourism industry whilst delivering an authentic taste of British seaside cuisine, complemented by spectacular views.

Famed for serving kippers, the village boasts a rich heritage steeped in fishing and preparing this particular fish using age-old techniques dating back to 1843. This means Seahouses is recognised as the birthplace of the modern kipper, where it's believed to have been created.

A standout destination for this is the renowned Swallowfish, an essential stop for food enthusiasts in the region. One visitor commented: "This is the real thing with regard to smoked fish; can't be compared to supermarket kippers with artificial colouring and flavours."

Meanwhile, nestled directly across from Seahouses lie the Farne Islands, popular with holidaymakers who frequently catch a boat from the village harbour to discover up to 20 of the small islands. During their excursion, many visitors head over to view the Longstone Lighthouse, constructed way back in 1926, as they journey across to the islands.

One review states: "We saw this lighthouse en route to the Farne Islands, and it was given the wow factor. It's not every day you see a traditional lighthouse in this condition."

Another commented: "Caught an organised boat trip from Seahouses. Golden Gate that includes landing and a visit inside the Lighthouse. Taking dogs is no problem. Some breathtaking views, seals, birds, and waves. Perhaps not for the faint-hearted in October, but well worth it."

Whether you're drawn to the stunning vistas, the scrumptious grub or using it as a pit stop between Northumberland's islands, Seahouses has more to offer than what first meets the eye. Nestled just about 12 miles north of Alnwick and a tad over an hour from Newcastle's bustling city centre, it's ideally situated for you to discover its allure.