Sandy Toes, Salty Prizes, and Serious Sculpting
The golden sands of Blyth Beach will once again become a hub of creativity and community spirit as the much-loved Blyth Sandcastle Competition returns on Saturday 12 July, running from 11am to 3pm.
Organised by Blyth Town Council with sponsorship support from Saltrock, the popular surf and lifestyle brand with a store just steps from the beach, this free family-friendly event promises to be a highlight of the summer for locals and visitors alike.
Set in front of the Dave Stephens Centre, the competition welcomes families, individuals, and teams to craft their most imaginative sand creations. Judging will take place at 2pm, with exciting prizes provided by Saltrock: £100 for first place, £75 for second place, and £50 for third place.
Beyond the competition, there’s plenty to enjoy. Children can have their faces painted for free, take a ride in the much-loved Shuggie boats, and make use of the Borrow Bucket—a community-driven collection of buckets and spades available for anyone to use. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own beach tools, borrow what they need, or even donate items to keep the Borrow Bucket running throughout the summer.
A special addition to this year’s event comes from a partnership with the Town Council and the Blyth Celebrates programme. Beginning at 9:30am, professional sand artist Soul2Sand will create a large-scale artwork inspired by Blyth. Then, from 1:30pm to 3:30pm, members of the public are invited to contribute their own sand designs around the theme “What Blyth means to me” helping to build a collective community masterpiece.
Mayor of Blyth, Cllr David Swinhoe, said:
“The Sandcastle Competition is a fantastic showcase of Blyth’s creativity, community pride and seaside spirit. It’s a joy to see so many families and local groups come together on our beautiful beach for a day of fun and imagination. Huge thanks to Saltrock for their generous support and to everyone who makes this event so special.”
So pack your sunscreen, bring your imagination, and join the fun on Blyth Beach for a summer celebration full of creativity, connection, and coastal charm. We can’t wait to see you there!”
ENDS
Photo: Julie Summers of Blyth Town Council With a Member of the Saltrock Team
PR and Media keith@highlightspr.co.uk