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Golden Sands Holiday Park

  • 4.7 Visitor Rating
  • Sleeps up to 6
  • Pets 2

Welcome to the serene Golden Sands Holiday Park, where a tranquil escape awaits you amidst the picturesque landscapes of Northumberland. Here, you can indulge in the luxury of modern and stylish holiday lodges, designed to provide the ultimate comfort and relaxation.

Choose from a selection of two or three-bedroom holiday homes that sleep up to six people, each furnished to the highest standard with panoramic views over the rolling countryside and the coast. For those seeking an extra touch of indulgence, select lodges come with their own hot tubs, offering a private oasis to unwind under the stars.

Each accommodation is equipped with a flatscreen TV with Freeview, Wi-Fi, and a kitchen complete with microwave, fridge, and freezer. With bed linen, duvets, and towels provided in certain lodges, your stay promises to be as convenient as it is comfortable.

Outside, enjoy the decking with garden furniture, perfect for al fresco dining or simply soaking up the serene surroundings. Whether you're travelling with family, friends, or as a couple, Golden Sands Holiday Park is the ideal destination for a memorable getaway.

Golden Sands Holiday Park Features

Accommodation features
  • A choice of two or three bedroom Holiday Homes furnished to the highest standard and offering panoramic views over the Northumberland countryside and coast.
  • Flatscreen TV with Freeview
  • Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen including microwave and fridge and freezer
  • Bed linen and duvets
  • Towels (Glenmore, Carnaby Silverdale, Brookwood, Sierra 1, Sierra 2, Buxton, Wisteria Lodge, Beechwood Lodge and Clearwater Lodge only)
  • Decking with garden furniture
  • Travel cots and highchairs free of charge
  • Pets £15 per week and per short break (Mirage and Ashdale 2 only)

Other Lodges At Golden Sands Holiday Park

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Clearwater - Lodge

  • Sleeps 4

A beautiful lodge with one twin bedrooms, family bathroom with bath and overhead shower and one master bedroom with en suite shower room. open-plan living and dining area with doors leading out to the verandah. No pets.

From £429 for 7 nights
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Ashdale 3

  • Sleeps 6

A modern holiday home with one master double and two twin bedrooms. One family bathroom with shower and one additional W/C room. Open plan kitchen and dining room. No pets.

From £315 for 7 nights
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Glenmore

  • Sleeps 4

A modern open plan holiday home with one master double bedroom and en suite W/C, one twin bedroom and family bathroom with shower. Doors leading out to the verandah and garden furniture.

From £395 for 7 nights
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Swift Loire

  • Sleeps 6
  • Pets 2

A spacious open plan holiday home with one master double and two twin bedrooms. Family bathroom with shower and one additional W/C. open-plan living and dining area, Pet friendly.

From £319 for 7 nights
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Carnaby Silverdale

  • Sleeps 4

A cosy holiday home with one master double bedroom, one twin bedroom and family bathroom with shower. open-plan living and dining area with doors leading to the verandah. No pets.

From £385 for 7 nights
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Willerby Buxton

  • Sleeps 4

A modern holiday home with one master double bedroom and en suite W/C, one twin bedroom and family bathroom with shower. Doors leading out to the verandah and garden furniture. No pets.

From £355 for 7 nights
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Sierra 1

  • Sleeps 4

A modern open plan holiday home with one master double bedroom, one twin bedroom and family bathroom with shower. Open plan kitchen and dining room. No pets.

From £355 for 7 nights
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Sierra 2

  • Sleeps 4

A warm and cosy holiday home with one master double bedroom and en suite W/C, one twin bedroom and family bathroom with shower. open-plan living and dining area with doors leading to the verandah. No pets.

From £359 for 7 nights
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Helpful Info To Get More From Your Stay

What do guests love about this accommodation?

Guests rave about the park's exceptional cleanliness, especially the dog-friendly caravans that are free from any pet odours. The abundance of green space and the proximity to a stunning beach are also highly appreciated. The friendly and helpful staff, along with the well-maintained facilities, contribute to a peaceful and enjoyable stay.

Getting there

To get to Golden Sands Holiday Park, if driving, take the A1 motorway and exit towards the coastal route leading to Cresswell. For rail travellers, the nearest train station is Morpeth, from where you can take a taxi or local bus to reach the park.

Nearby Essentials

During your stay, you'll have convenient access to a selection of nearby amenities, including some of the area's tastiest takeout options. Click any of the postcodes for a map along with handy driving instructions and the fastest route from your accommodation.

ServiceDistance (miles)Postcode
Pharmacy4.8 milesNE65 0XP
Train Station (Morpeth)7.5 milesNE61 1RD
Pub (The Plough Inn)1.7 milesNE61 5LA
Dog WalkDruridge Bay2.6 miles
Supermarket (Co-op)4.8 milesNE65 0XP
Indian Takeaway (Ashington Spice)5.3 milesNE63 0AE
Chinese Takeaway (Golden Rice)5.3 milesNE63 0AE
Italian Takeaway (Valentino's)5.3 milesNE63 0AE

For families with Kids

With an outdoor play area, skateboard park, and multi-sports area, the park is a fantastic destination for families. Children will enjoy the freedom and activities available on-site, ensuring a fun-filled holiday for the entire family.

Is Golden Sands Holiday Park A good location for couples?

The park offers a romantic retreat for couples with its peaceful setting and beautiful beach walks. Nearby attractions like Alnwick Castle provide the perfect backdrop for a romantic day out, making it an ideal destination for couples seeking a serene getaway.

Dining and Cafes

Closest to the park is The Drift Cafe (01670 861599), a delightful spot for a meal or a snack after a beach walk. For a wider culinary experience, visit the nearby towns where you'll find a variety of restaurants and cafes to satisfy your taste buds.

Within walking distance of your lodge

A short walk away you'll find Cresswell beach, offering scenic coastal walks, the inviting Drift Cafe, and local shops for essentials.

Quickfire FAQs

Do the accommodations have hot tubs?

No, none of the properties available have hot tubs.

Is the accommodation pet-friendly?

Certain holiday homes at the park welcome pets for a nominal fee, ensuring that your furry friends can join in on the holiday fun.

Are there any on-site activities for children?

The park boasts an outdoor children’s play area, a skateboard park, and a multi-sports area, providing ample opportunities for children to play and stay active during their stay.

What facilities are available for adults?

Adults can enjoy the clubhouse with a dedicated adults-only bar, a small gym for keeping fit, and a golf practice area to perfect their swing.

Can I hire a bicycle during my stay?

Yes, cycle hire is available at the park, allowing you to explore the beautiful surroundings on two wheels.

Is there entertainment available at the park?

The park offers an entertainment program in the clubhouse, which varies depending on the season, ensuring guests have enjoyable evenings during their stay.

Top Days Out Near Golden Sands Holiday Park

The best-known attractions within an easy drive of Golden Sands Holiday Park, with real driving times.

Castle 35 min drive · 18.4 miles

Alnwick Castle

Sat nav: NE66 1NQ

A Northumberland castle with state rooms, battlements and the Harry Potter broomstick lessons filmed in its grounds.

  • Families
  • Couples
  • Rainy days
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Alnwick Castle is the seat of the Duke of Northumberland and has been home to the Percy family since 1307. It began as a Norman stronghold and grew into a major fortress on the Anglo-Scottish border. Inside the keep, the State Rooms include the Library, Drawing Room, Saloon, Dining Room and China Gallery. You can also walk the battlements and see the Victorian Great Kitchen.

Tip: Broomstick Training needs a time-slot ticket, and Alnwick Castle tickets don't include The Alnwick Garden, which has its own website.

Medieval castle 21 min drive · 10.9 miles

Warkworth Castle

Sat nav: NE65 0UJ

A formidable Percy family fortress in a loop of the River Coquet, with a rock-cut hermitage nearby.

  • Families
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Warkworth Castle is a ruined medieval castle in Northumberland, sitting in a loop of the River Coquet less than a mile from the coast. It was long the residence of the powerful Percy family, and the imposing keep was added in the late 14th century. English Heritage has cared for the site since 1984.

Tip: To visit the Hermitage, go to the castle first to secure your place, as tickets are limited and only sold on the day. Dogs are not allowed at the Hermitage.

Historic manor house 39 min drive · 29.2 miles

Washington Old Hall

Sat nav: NE38 7LE

A 13th-century manor house and garden, and the ancestral home of George Washington's family.

  • Families
  • Couples
  • Rainy days
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Washington Old Hall is a stone manor house in the heart of Washington village, cared for by the National Trust. It includes parts of the medieval home of George Washington's direct ancestors, and the family took its surname from here. The ground floor shows a 17th-century home, with carved oak furniture and a collection of Delft ware.

Tip: Free parking is available on The Avenue, right beside the property.

Castle 53 min drive · 38.4 miles

Bamburgh Castle

Sat nav: NE69 7DF

A huge coastal fortress on a rocky crag, packed with Anglo-Saxon, Norman and Victorian history.

  • Families
  • Couples
  • Half day
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Bamburgh Castle is a Grade I listed fortress on the Northumberland coast, built on a crag of volcanic dolerite above the North Sea. It covers nine acres of rocky plateau and is one of the largest inhabited castles in the country.

Tip: Prams and pushchairs aren't allowed in the State Rooms, so bring a baby carrier; there is a free shuttle buggy from the on-site car park up the hill.

Formal gardens 34 min drive · 18.1 miles

Alnwick Garden

Sat nav: NE66 1YU

A contemporary Northumberland garden with a Bamboo Labyrinth, a Grand Cascade and the famous Poison Garden.

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The Alnwick Garden is a contemporary garden in the heart of Northumberland, next to Alnwick Castle. It was revived at the turn of the 21st century after years of neglect, and is laid out around a central water cascade. You can lose yourself in the Bamboo Labyrinth, stroll the traditional Ornamental Garden and Rose Garden, or gaze at the Grand Cascade.

Tip: The Poison Garden is only visited on a guided tour, so check the garden's website for tour details before you go.

Open-air museum 51 min drive · 35.3 miles

Beamish Museum

Sat nav: DH9 0RG

A large living museum in County Durham where costumed staff bring North East history to life.

  • Families
  • Dogs welcome
  • Full day
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Beamish is a living, open-air museum on a 350-acre site in County Durham, telling the story of everyday life in the North East. Original, moved and replica buildings are staffed by costumed engagers, with live demonstrations and hands-on activities. Trams and buses carry you between the different areas.

Tip: Book your pass online before you visit for faster entry, and download the map to your phone or pick one up at the Entrance Building.

Baroque country house 23 min drive · 14.9 miles

Seaton Delaval Hall

Sat nav: NE26 4QR

Sir John Vanbrugh's last country house, with listed gardens and a ruined mausoleum, close to the Northumberland coast.

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Seaton Delaval Hall is a Grade I listed National Trust house on the Northumberland coast, between Seaton Sluice and Seaton Delaval. Sir John Vanbrugh designed it in the English Baroque style. It was the last country house he designed, and it is regarded as one of his finest.

Tip: Walk east across the park to the mausoleum, about half a mile from the hall.

Museum 32 min drive · 20.4 miles

Great North Museum: Hancock

Sat nav: NE2 4PT

A big Newcastle museum with an Egyptian mummy, a T-Rex replica and a planetarium.

  • Families
  • Rainy days
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The Great North Museum: Hancock in Newcastle upon Tyne is a natural history and ancient civilisations museum in a refurbished Victorian building. Entry is free, though donations are welcome, and the planetarium is an extra paid attraction.

Tip: For a quieter visit, go after 2.30pm on weekdays or on Sundays.

Drive times are typical times by car with no traffic. Check opening times and book tickets on each attraction's own website before you go.

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Visitor Reviews of Golden Sands Holiday Park

4.7Visitor Rating out of 5

40 reviews from guests who stayed at Golden Sands Holiday Park

Keith
Date of stay: 27th August 2025

All together a lovely time

Les
Date of stay: 25th July 2025

A fantastic well looked after static.It is equipped with everything you could possibly need.WI-FI is included in the price.

Verified Guest
Date of stay: 13th July 2025

Golden sands was excellent from the caravan to all staff so friendly Beach was so nice great places to have coffee and ice creamHopefully going to return in 2026

Victoria
Date of stay: 24th June 2025

Clean, lovely and spacious.

Verified Guest
Date of stay: 25th May 2025

Great lodge, even has a washer/dryer

Emma, Belfast
Date of stay: 7th May 2025

The caravan was really tidy and looked br and new when we arrived, which was lovely. The outdoor furniture meant we could relax and soak up the sun easily. We loved it!

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