Here in the North East, we are spoilt for choice when it comes to the amount of beaches that we have on our doorstep.
From the impressive Northumberland coast to ones closer to home like Seaburn or Sandhaven, everyone will have their favourite seaside destination.
As the Easter holidays approach and the weather looks to be getting warmer, we’ve put together a list of the region’s best beaches based on Tripadvisor reviews.
Take a look at the best beaches in the North East.
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1. North East's best beaches
These are the best beaches in the North East, according to Tripadvisor reviews. | National World

2. St Aidan's Beach, Northumberland
St Aidan's Beach has a 4.9/5 rating from 531 reviews. | Google Maps

3. Embleton Bay, Northumberland
Embleton Bay has a 4.9/5 rating from 325 reviews. | Google Maps

4. Warkworth Beach, Northumberland
Warkworth Beach has a 4.8/5 rating from 454 reviews. | Google Maps