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  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 […]

We have just now been alerted to the Temporary Traffic Regulation Order as follows: 147991481 U6521 Vernon Place, Newbiggin-by-the-Sea Vernon Place Newbiggin-by-the-sea Road closure requested by Northern Gas Networks to excavate to repair a gas escape. Expected work dates 22/01/2026 – 26/01/2026. Access maintained for pedestrians and cyclists. For more information call 0345 600 6400 and quite 147991481.

Help Us Make Our Streets Safer Northumbria Police is calling on the community to assist with ongoing enquiries by sharing crucial information. If you witness any offending vehicles, please provide: – Vehicle registration plate number if any. Some off road bikes/quads are transported on larger vehicles to get to a specific destination, like the beach. […]

We have received an emergency TTRO for 147707773 U6518 Matfen Terrace back lane. Northumbrian Water Emergency Road Closure to repair a leak on a communication pipe. Expected Work Dates 08/01/2026 – 12/01/2026. No Access Maintained. Please call 0345 600 6400 and quote the reference number for further information – 147707773