Guides to Tynemouth
In-depth guides to the best places to eat, drink, explore, and enjoy in Tynemouth. Written by locals, backed by research.
Food & Drink
Best Takeaways in Tynemouth
Beyond fish and chips — the best pizza, curry, Chinese, and more for takeaway and delivery in Tynemouth and North Shields.
Best Sunday Roasts in Tynemouth
From grand hotel carveries with sea views to proper pub roasts with all the trimmings, here are the best spots for a Sunday lunch in Tynemouth.
Best Fish and Chips in Tynemouth
From award-winning sit-down restaurants to classic takeaway chippies, here is where to find the best fish and chips in Tynemouth.
North Shields Fish Quay: Where to Eat
A guide to the best restaurants, pubs, and cafes on North Shields Fish Quay — from Bib Gourmand gastropubs to waterfront cocktail bars.
Best Brunch in Tynemouth
From the legendary Dil & the Bear to beachside newcomers, here are the best spots for brunch in Tynemouth.
Best Pubs in Tynemouth
From traditional ale houses to seafront bars with coastal views, here are the best pubs in Tynemouth for a proper pint.
Best Coffee Shops & Cafes in Tynemouth
From beachside brews at Longsands to specialty roasters on Front Street, here are the best cafes in Tynemouth for coffee, brunch, and a proper sit-down.
Best Restaurants in Tynemouth
From beachside seafood shacks to Spanish tapas on Front Street, here are the best places to eat in Tynemouth.
Sports & Fitness
Meditation in Tynemouth
From mindfulness centres in Whitley Bay to sound baths at Tynemouth Sailing Club and beach meditation on the sand, here is where to find meditation classes on the North Tyne coast.
Yoga in Tynemouth
From beach yoga beneath the Priory to dedicated studios on Front Street, Tynemouth and the surrounding coast offer one of the North East's best selections of yoga classes.
Running & Cycling the Coast
A guide to running and cycling in Tynemouth — from seafront promenades and coastal paths to the nearest parkrun and local clubs.
Sea Swimming in Tynemouth
A guide to sea swimming in Tynemouth — where to swim, water temperatures, safety advice, wetsuit guidance, and the local groups keeping the wild swimming community thriving.
Surfing at Longsands: A Beginner's Guide
Everything you need to know about learning to surf at Longsands — from surf schools and equipment hire to the best conditions, etiquette, and staying safe in the water.
Parks & Nature
Rock Pooling at Tynemouth: A Family Guide
Where to go, what to find, and how to stay safe — a family guide to rock pooling at Tynemouth's beaches, from shore crabs and anemones to blennies and starfish.
Wildlife at the Mouth of the Tyne: Seals, Dolphins & What to Watch For
Grey seals on the rocks, bottlenose dolphins off King Edward's Bay, and kittiwakes nesting on the cliffs — a seasonal guide to the wildlife you can spot at Tynemouth.
King Edward's Bay: The Hidden Beach
A guide to King Edward's Bay — Tynemouth's sheltered hidden cove below the Priory, with steep steps, golden sand, rock pools, and far fewer crowds than Longsands.
Longsands Beach: Everything You Need to Know
The complete guide to Tynemouth Longsands — facilities, lifeguards, surfing, parking, dog rules, and everything else you need for a day at one of England's best beaches.
The North Tyneside Coastal Walk
A complete route guide for the North Tyneside coastal walk from St Mary's Island to the Fish Quay — roughly 7km of beaches, bays, and clifftop paths.
Best Walks from Tynemouth
Six of the best walks from Tynemouth — from a full coastal path to St Mary's Lighthouse to a quick loop around the Priory headland.
Heritage & History
Cullercoats Smuggling & Prior's Haven: Hidden History of the North Tyne Coast
From a customs officer's secret tunnel to a medieval monks' harbour, the stretch of coast between Cullercoats and Tynemouth hides centuries of intrigue beneath its cliffs.
The Spanish Battery & WWII Defences: Tynemouth's Forgotten Fortifications
The story of the Spanish Battery — from Henry VIII's mercenary-manned fort in 1545 to the Mk VII naval guns that guarded the Tyne through two world wars.
Cullercoats: The Artists' Colony on Your Doorstep
How a small North Tyneside fishing village became one of England's most important artists' colonies — and how Winslow Homer's 18 months in Cullercoats transformed American art.
The Tynemouth Volunteer Life Brigade: The World's First Coastal Rescue Service
How a double shipwreck on the Black Middens rocks in 1864 led to the founding of the world's first volunteer life brigade — and how the TVLB continues to save lives over 160 years later.
Tynemouth Priory and Castle: The Complete Visitor Guide
Everything you need to know before visiting Tynemouth Priory and Castle — from its 7th-century origins and Benedictine history to WWII gun batteries, opening hours, and admission prices.
Community
Day Trip: St Mary's Lighthouse & Whitley Bay
A day-trip guide combining St Mary's Lighthouse, the rock pools and nature reserve of St Mary's Island, and the restored Spanish City dome at Whitley Bay.
Best Hotels & B&Bs in Tynemouth
Where to stay in Tynemouth — from grand seafront hotels overlooking Longsands to cosy guest houses on Front Street, here are the best accommodation options.
Free Things to Do in Tynemouth
From golden beaches and clifftop walks to rock pooling and market browsing, here are the best free things to do in Tynemouth.
Weekend in Tynemouth — 48-Hour Itinerary
How to spend a perfect weekend in Tynemouth — from Saturday morning at the market to Sunday fish and chips on the beach, here is your 48-hour plan.
Best Streets to Live in Tynemouth
From the grand Victorian terraces of Percy Gardens to the seafront sweep of Grand Parade, here are the most desirable residential streets in Tynemouth.
Dog-Friendly Tynemouth
A complete guide to enjoying Tynemouth with your dog — from seasonal beach rules and coastal walks to the best dog-friendly pubs and cafes.
Tynemouth Station Market: The Complete Guide
Everything you need to know about visiting Tynemouth Station Market — over 150 stalls every weekend inside a beautiful Victorian station, with food, vintage, crafts, and more.