And if you are heading out to the coast, or live in a coastal town or village, there are many fine beaches available.
To help you choose, take a look at the list we have put together showing the top 10 for north Northumberland as ranked by TripAdvisor reviews.
9. Cocklawburn
Cocklawburn Beach is ranked number 9. Located a few miles south of Berwick, Cocklawburn is a lovely sandy beach with a good reputation for finding fossils among the rocks. Photo: Jane Coltman
10. Spittal
Spittal Beach is ranked number 10. A fine sandy beach to the south of the Tweed estuary with a lovely promenade. Photo: Stuart Cobley