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View down the Northumberland coastline from Holy Island.
From bustling seaside towns like Tynemouth to the rugged and isolated stretches of Northumberland coast north of NewcastleGateshead, the North East coast boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in the UK and charming towns and villages ready to be explored.
Seaside towns like Tynemouth, Whitley Bay and Cullercoats are linked by a number of metro stations, bus routes and even a ferry which explains their popularity for weekend visitors and holiday makers. Whether you want to enjoy the views with a tasty portion of fish and chips or get out into the water and experience the thrill of surfing, paddle-boarding or kayaking - the North East coast is waiting for you to explore.
Spanish City, Whitley Bay
The up-and-coming town of Whitley Bay has a reputation for quaint cafes, quirky micro-pubs and independent shops as well as the spectacular Spanish City where visitors can find award-winning fish and chip restaurant Trenchers, as well as a champagne bar and dining hall beneath its splendid white domed roof. The 19th century St Mary's Lighthouse and Island off the Whitley Bay coast provides spectacular views over the rocky coast in the summer, allowing bird-spotters to indulge in some coastal twitching.
Drive up the coast into Northumberland and you'll find a stretch of quaint coastal towns and increasingly dramatic coastline at Cresswell, Alnmouth, Craster – home of the region’s famous smoked kipper – and Bamburgh where visitors can enjoy a visit to its historic castle.
Head south of the River Tyne to popular seaside resort South Shields - famously the finishing point for the Great North Run - and you will be impressed by the stunning sandy beaches which meet soaring cliffs and beautiful bays. Take a walk along the prom and through the beautiful seafront parks, have fun at Ocean Beach Pleasure Park, enjoy award-winning fish and chips and take in one of the many events that take place.
1 Jun 2021 to 30 Jun 2021
Theatre
1 Jun 2021 to 30 Jun 2021
Newcastle
June will be filled with outdoor theatre and performance in locations across the North East...
5 Nov 2021
Seasonal
5 Nov 2021 to 5 Nov 2021
Coast
South Shield's family-friendly attraction Ocean Beach Pleasure Park celebrate Bonfire Night each November with not...
Things To Do
Newcastle
CBK Adventures is now open (from 29 March 2021) and offer socially-distanced kayak and paddle...
Activities
Coast
Everyone wants to give a memorable gift. We guarantee that spotting seals around your kayak...
Things To Do
Tynemouth
Situated on the striking North East coast Tynemouth Aquarium is the perfect attraction for when...
Things To Do
Coast
As part of the lighthouse, you'll be a stone's throw from the Sunderland coast. This...
Food & Drink
Coast
Serving from 13th April, you can dine on the terrace or order a take-out to...
Things To Do
Coast
PLAYHOUSE Whitley Bay offers a wide range of entertainment, including comedy, dance, drama, musicals and...
Things To Do
Tynemouth
Tynemouth Priory and Castle is open for visitors to explore the English Heritage site overlooking...
Where to Stay
Coast
North of Newcastle in coastal village Alnmouth, Northumberland, visitors will find luxurious, self-catering apartments in...
27 Aug 2021 to 27 Aug 2021
Comedy
27 Aug 2021 to 27 Aug 2021
Coast
Comedian Jimmy Carrs brand new show contains jokes about all kinds of terrible things...
Post date: 11th May 2021
Our guide to the best ways to explore NewcastleGateshead this summer uncovers the vibrant city centre, lively nightlife and welcoming spirit. Get ready to Escape the Everyday in NewcastleGateshead.
Come rain or shine, explore Newcastle with your family this summer. With a great range of family-friendly things to do you will be ready to escape the everyday.
From blockbuster West End shows to new creations from independent theatre companies and producers - there is a fresh and exhilarating line-up of performances at theatres across Newcastle and Gateshead in 2021.
There's no better time to escape the everyday with a family-friendly city break to NewcastleGateshead. Let us guide you through two days in Newcastle and Gateshead.
If you're looking for to enjoy a drink with a view, there are many rooftop bars across Newcastle upon Tyne. Click here to discover Newcastle's top rooftop bars.
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Further Afield
Originally home to the Lindisfarne Gospels and the site of grisly Viking attacks, Lindisfarne...
Things To Do
Newcastle
Polaris Travel organise trips for international students to different places like York, Lake District, Beamish...
Things To Do
Tynemouth
King Edwards Bay is a small sandy bay enclosed by cliffs and grassy banks, making...
Things To Do
Newcastle
Jesmond Dene is a unique haven of peace and tranquillity for the people of Newcastle...
Food & Drink
Newcastle
The Cycle Hub has reopened for takeaway coffees, hot drinks and cake as well as...
Food & Drink
Coast
Trenchers Restaurant is once again welcoming customers to dine under the splendour of the Dome...
Newcastle
The Northern Saints Trails are a collection of six long-distance walking trails based on ancient...
It might be an understatement to say that this year has not gone to plan! There...
Where to Stay
Coast
Formerly a traditional seaside guest house, Stay Coastal has been beautifully renovated into 7 luxurious...
Things To Do
Newcastle
Heaton Park, in the heart of a thriving community, is packed with history as well...
Shopping
Tynemouth
Situated in a listed Georgian townhouse in the coastal village of Tynemouth, it’s hard to...
Food & Drink
Coast
The Salt Market Social is a brand new venture that opened towards the end of...
Things To Do
Hadrian's Wall
Explore the northern frontier of a mighty empire that once covered the known world. Hadrian's...
Things To Do
Newcastle
Ouseburn Farm will reopen from 13 April 2021. You must pre-book your free tickets in...
Where to Stay
Further Afield
If you fancy glamping in Northumberland you should check out Hesleyside Huts. The stunning (and...
Things To Do
Newcastle
As a passionate, family run travel company, Stanley Travel focus their business on traditional...
Updated 26 March 2021 You are not short of places to get a cup of...
Food & Drink
Further Afield
The Alnwick Garden Treehouse restaurant is an enormous and beautifully crafted structure. Built from sustainably...
Things To Do
Newcastle
Tyne & Wear Archives and Museums (TWAM) manages nine museums, galleries and archives across Tyneside...
Things To Do
Gateshead
Chopwell Wood has miles of paths and old colliery railway tracks making it very popular...
Where to Stay
Coast
Formerly a traditional seaside guest house, Stay Coastal has been beautifully renovated into 7 luxurious...
Things To Do
Newcastle
Oh I do like to be beside the seaside oh I do like to...
Things To Do
Tynemouth
Longsands Surf School is the best way to experience the North East coastline! Get active...
Things To Do
Hadrian's Wall
We are happy to tell you that we’re reopening Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort on...
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