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Get ready for an egg-citing adventure along the prom, search for hidden eggs and uncover a special Easter message! How it works: Pop into the Town Council Office to grab your map. Stroll along the prom and spot the hidden egg pictures. Collect the letters to reveal a secret Easter message. Return to the Town […]

We have been alerted to a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order for Footway At Rear Of 2-8 Woodlea, Newbiggin. Ref: 149147697 U6520. Expected work dates 19/03/2026 – 23/03/2026. Emergency footway closure requested by Northumbrian Water due to high lead content. No access at any time. Please call 0345 600 6400 and quote the reference number for […]

Looking for a fun, active, and FREE way to keep the kids moving this Easter? Newbiggin Moves Easter Camp is back, packed with fun-filled activities. Location: NCC Sports Development When: 7th April – 17th April 2026 Time: 2pm – 4pm For children aged 0-14 years Weekly Schedule: Tuesday: Multi Sport (ages 6–14) Wednesday: Football Camp […]

🚧 Central Park Play Area Update – Newbiggin 🚧   We would like to inform residents that the groundworks at Central Park Play Area will be completed over the next few days. Once these works are finished, the play area will be opened.   For everyone’s safety, we kindly ask that children/adults not enter the […]

Space for Shorebirds have FREE events coming up this spring all along the Northumberland coast! To book your spot visit their website, no experience necessary and well behaved dogs are very welcome www.spaceforshorebirds.co.uk/upcoming-events-2  

DEADLINE: 27 FEBRUARY 2026   Don’t miss your chance to secure funding for your community Northumberland County Council is offering £50,000 in Climate Funding to support local projects that help build a greener, more sustainable county. Grants from £250 to £5,000 are available for: Community groups, charities, clubs, CICs, social enterprises, town & parish councils, […]

  𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐛𝐢𝐠𝐠𝐢𝐧 𝐛𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐚 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥: 𝐁𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐭 & 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔/𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕 The Town Council has approved its budget for 2026/2027 at £322,380 in January 2026, supporting improvements to local services. After review and discussion, the Town Council made the decision not to increase its precept for the coming financial year. By setting the precept at […]

Shaping the Future of Newbiggin-by-the-Sea Residents of Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, did you know you can play an active role in shaping the future of our town? Northumberland County Council’s Public Access website allows you to explore and provide feedback on planning applications that affect our community. Understanding the Planning Process While Newbiggin Town Council is consulted on […]

  NEW EVENT ALERT Introducing the Bay2Bay Coastal Run Date: Sunday 8th February 2026 Where: Druridge Bay to Newbiggin-by-the-Sea Time: 9:30am start at Druridge Bay, finish in Newbiggin by the Sea A stunning 10-mile point-to-point coastal trail run, taking in beaches, cliff paths and epic Northumberland sea views Organised by VO2MAX Racing Events Canicross friendly […]

The traditional bandstand has been a feature of the Newbiggin seafront since the 1930’s when one used to be located on the promenade down from the former Windsor school site, which is now Promenade View. The current bandstand was installed in 1993 as part of a Northumbrian Water regeneration scheme to create the Quay Wall […]