Natural landmarks · North East England
Whitley Bay
In or near Monkseaton.
Whitley Bay — a natural feature in scotland lowlands.
Geoff Holland — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Whitley Bay · 0.8 km
- Dog-friendly
About
Whitley Bay is a named natural feature in scotland lowlands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Tynemouth to Seaton Sluice SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Northumberland Shore SSSI
- Ramsar wetland: Northumbria Coast
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Whitley Bay is a coastal town located in the Scottish Lowlands. Known for its sandy beaches and scenic coastal views, it offers a natural landscape that attracts visitors for leisure and recreation. The area features a mix of marine and terrestrial habitats, making it a point of interest for nature enthusiasts. Its proximity to the North Sea provides opportunities for various outdoor activities, including walking and birdwatching.
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- Coordinates
- 55.0434, -1.4315
- District
- North Tyneside
- Parish
- North Tyneside, unparished area
- Postcode
- NE26 2NL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Tynemouth
- Nearest railway station
- Whitley Bay — 0.8 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-11153222 (CC BY 4.0)
Other places nearby
Whitley Bay Pier
Piers · 0.5 km
North Tyneside Bangladeshi Community Association & Mosque
Historic churches · 0.6 km
Empire Theatre
Open-air theatres · 0.6 km
Pavilion Electric Theatre
Theatres · 0.6 km
Grant's Clock
Natural landmarks · 0.7 km
Spanish City Picture House
Theatres · 0.7 km
Laurel's
Theatres · 0.8 km
Cliff House
Historic houses · 0.8 km
Whitley Bay
Lighthouses · 0.8 km
Cullercoats Watch Club House
Historic houses · 0.8 km
Cullercoats Lifeboat Station
Harbours & ports · 0.9 km
Cullercoats Harbour
Harbours & ports · 0.9 km
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📷 3Piers · North East England
Whitley Bay Pier
Whitley Bay Pier in England North East, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic churches · North East England
North Tyneside Bangladeshi Community Association & Mosque
North Tyneside Bangladeshi Community Association & Mosque — a church in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Open-air theatres · North East England
Empire Theatre
former theatre and cinema in Whitley Bay, England, later used as ballroom, bingo hall, night club
📷 3Theatres · North East England
Pavilion Electric Theatre
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Grant's Clock
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📷 5Theatres · North East England
Spanish City Picture House
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Where to eat & stay near Whitley Bay
Places to stay
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York House Hotel
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The Grand Hotel
The Grand Hotel — a hotel in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · North East England
Old Hartley Caravan Club
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📷 5B&Bs · North East England
Forest Guest House
Forest Guest House — a bed-and-breakfast in scotland lowlands.
📷 5B&Bs · North East England
The Clifton
The Clifton — a bed-and-breakfast in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · North East England
Sandhaven Caravan Site
Sandhaven Caravan Site — a caravan park in scotland lowlands.
Places to eat & drink
📷 5Historic pubs · North East England
The Kirkpatrick
The Kirkpatrick in England North East, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · North East England
The Scotia Public House
The Scotia Public House in England North East, United Kingdom.
📷 5Cafés · North East England
Caffè Nero
Caffè Nero — a café in scotland lowlands. Cuisine: coffee shop. Brand: Caffè Nero.
📷 3Historic pubs · North East England
The Kings Arms
The Kings Arms — Historic pub — listed building or notable heritage status.
📷 5Historic pubs · North East England
Marsden Grotto
Marsden Grotto in England North East, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · North East England
The Albert Public House
The Albert Public House in England North East, United Kingdom.
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Whitley Bay?
- Whitley Bay is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode NE26 2NL), in the parish of North Tyneside, unparished area.
- What is Whitley Bay?
- Whitley Bay — a natural feature in scotland lowlands.
- How do I get to Whitley Bay?
- The nearest railway station is Whitley Bay, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode NE26 2NL.
- Is Whitley Bay a protected site?
- Yes — Whitley Bay is part of the Tynemouth to Seaton Sluice SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Northumberland Shore SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Whitley Bay?
- The nearest railway station is Whitley Bay, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NE26 2NL.