Tynemouth - Cullercoats Beach
Tynemouth, North Tyneside
A half-moon sandy bay protected by two piers. Cullercoats provides a sheltered bathing area and a boat launching point (a fee applies) and is backed by a lighthouse and some impressive cliffs.
Beach Type
SandFacilities
ToiletsCafes
Shops
Disabled access and deck chair hire
A first aid and lost child service is available with the lifeguards
There is aboat launching point though a fee applies
Activities
BoatingSailing
Jet-ski'ing and windsurfing
Nature and Wildlife
Explore the surrounding area including the fascinating caves and the working victorian lifeboat house.Parking
Parking is free.Water Quality
AcceptableLifeguard
YesCleaning and Litter
Dogs are banned and litter bins are provided.Awards and Recommendations
Quality Coast AwardLocation
Nearest town: TynemouthCounty: North Tyneside
Latitude/Longitude: 55.0346, -1.42948
Postcode: NE30 4PZ
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)
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Access
Just to the north of Tynemouth centre.Public Transport
Cullercoats has a station on the Tyneside Metro.Nearest Railway Stations
Heworth (Approx. 8 miles away)Cramlington (Approx. 8 miles away)
Manors (Approx. 8 miles away)
Newcastle (Approx. 9 miles away)
Sunderland (Approx. 9 miles away)
Tourist Information
Newcastle upon Tyne TIC. 132 Grainger Street. Tyne & Wear 0191 261 0610See the Environment Agency report for this beach