If you’re looking for a relaxing getaway for two, Tynemouth and Whitley Bay is a fantastic choice. The outstanding coastline offers the most romantic backdrop for relaxing strolls along the shore. With a buzzing nightlife you can choose from a range of superb restaurants conveniently dotted some of which offer the most beautiful views for a truly memorable experience. And that’s not all, here’s a few more ideas for some exciting activities and attraction’s to explore during your stay…
Couples that surf together, stay together. Longsands beach is a hub for surfing in England's North East, and has produced some well-known British surfers, including four-time British surf champion Gabe Davies and Nigel Veitch. You will find a surf school and shop nearby catering to all ages and abilities, so there’s nothing stopping you from catching that wave.
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The iconic Spanish city is the perfect setting for a romantic meal for two. Dating back to 1910, the restored building now boats a choice of dining experiences with a steak and seafood restaurant, a stylish champagne bar, a fish and chips restaurant and a decadent tea room, all offering outstanding views of the North East coastline to enjoy whilst you dine.
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Petite and cosy, the volunteer-run Jam Jar cinema is a great option for a romantic night out for two. The friendly 3 screen venue offers new and classic releases, as well as the best of British and upbeat Indy movies too. The bar offers a broad selection of drinks which can be taken through to the screens, to enjoy with the film.
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This beautiful Victorian Boating Lake is a great spot for a romantic day trip for two. Enjoy rowing around the picturesque lake in a traditional rowing boat or Pedalo before enjoying a coffee at The Greenhouse Café. The lake is also home to swans, ducks and other wildfowl along with the Tynemouth model boat club.
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King Edwards Bay is a small, yet stunning sandy bay enclosed by cliffs at the foot of Tynemouth Priory and Castle. Conveniently located on the shorefront, you will find Riley’s Fish Shacks serving up some of the best seafood in the region to accompany the most stunning coastline views.
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