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O S S B A C K S A N D S
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Sitting on this quiet beach the visitor can see Lindisfarne
Castle to the north and Bamburgh Castle to the south. The view is particularly
impressive from some of the higher dunes.
This is a 'T' shaped stretch of land that sticks out between Holy Island and Budle
Bay and for that reason it does tend to be breezy. However, the many dunes provide
shelter and on the hottest days conditions can be sizzling.
A walk to the very northern end of the 'T' is interesting. A massive triangular
pillar helps boats navigate the waters and it's easy to see why it's necessary.
Lindisfarne Castle seems surprisingly close at this point.
In fact, elderly residents reminisce about walking from here to the Island at
low tide, when they were children some 70 years ago. Needless to say, that is
definitely not something that should be attempted now, due to the treacherous
mud and the fast-moving tides in this area. Indeed, it's quite possible that no
one knows the safe crossing points anymore.
The beach is quiet for two reasons. People don't know about it and also because
there is a 1½ mile walk to get from the nearest parking point to the sand. However,
the walk is one of the joys of going to Ross beach as the second half passes through
a nature reserve. For that reason, visitors are asked to keep to the designated
path.
Finally it should be mentioned that this beach has a reputation for attracting naturists. This is worth bearing in mind before you wander through the dunes to the far north of the official path.
Naturism here is unofficial and most people tend to be discreet.
The beach is monitored by wardens regularly (sometimes by air), so any illegal activity is ill-advised.
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| Lindisfarne
Castle seems surprisingly close at the northern end of the beach |
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The triangular
navigation
pillar to aid shipping
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beach does tend to be breezy, although the ample dunes provide warm sheltered
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From
the beach you can
enjoy views of Lindisfarne
Castle on Holy Island and
Bamburgh Castle (above) |
TEXT AND PICTURES
© GEOFF STAFFORD
1998-2006
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