The Way of the Sea

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St Mary's Lighthouse, North TynesideLighthouse, bird-watching hide and visitor centre are all open to the public. Permanent and changing exhibitions, gift shop and educational facilities.

Royal Quays Outlet Centre, North ShieldsRoyal Quays was one of the first outlet centres in the country originally opening in 1996. With over 50 outlet shops to choose from offering up to 60% OFF rrp on a host of famous brands.

North Shields Fish Quay, North ShieldsNorth Shields Fish Quay dates back to the 13th Century and has a fascinating history but is now not just a place to explore Tyneside's maritime history but the perfect place for a stroll with fish and chips in hand.

Bamburgh Castle, Bamburgh

Woodhorn, Museum and Northumberland Archives, NorthumberlandFor a taste of Northumberland's history and mining heritage try a visit to Woodhorn - Museum and Northumberland Archives, near Ashington.

Seaton Delaval Hall, Seaton SluiceSeaton Delaval may have been one of the architect Sir John Vanbrugh’s smallest country houses; but it was home to the larger than life Delaval family.

Hadrian's WallThe UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hadrian's Wall is the perfect day out. Explore its ancient archaeology. Find out more at NewcastleGateshead today.

Seaton Sluice, Seaton SluiceSeaton Sluice is a coastal village at the mouth of the Seaton Burn. It has a small, sleepy harbour and a number of pubs, shops and places to eat. It is quiet resort which shows little sign of its industrial past. Visitors here can get involved with surfing and the spot is also popular with…

Druridge Bay, Druridge BayA seven mile beach from Amble to Cresswell, this glorious beach combines sand dunes, pools, woodland and meadows for everyone to explore. Ideal for horse riders, walkers and cyclists, and for the more adventurous take part in canoeing, sailing, Suring and wind surfing.

Cullercoats, CullercoatsWith a sandy bay nestled between two piers this is a popular spot all year round.

Spanish City, Whitley BayCompleted in 1910, ‘The Dome’ became a hub of activity and interest. Work has been undertaken including the restoration of may original features. Now the building houses many leisure facilities including; family-friendly venues, a high-quality steak and seafood restaurant, tearooms, event spaces…

Northumberland Coast National Landscape, NorthumberlandForty miles of the country’s most sublime coastline, protected as a pristine package of wondrous wildlife and history.

Lindisfarne, NorthumberlandPhotogenic Holy Island, crucible of the Christianisation of Britain and one of the country’s most popular pilgrimage sites.

Seahouses, SeahousesSaunter along the bustling harbour of this colourful fishing village and browse an Aladdin’s Cave of shops in this popular seaside holiday resort. 

Amble, Cresswell and Newbiggin, AmbleAgreeable Amble, just down the River Coquet from Warkworth Castle is a boarding point for seasonal boat trips to offshore Coquet Island, where an impressive 20,000-odd pairs of puffins nest, alongside endangered roseate terns (the island protects Britain’s biggest population). South along the coast…

RNLI Cullercoats Lifeboat Station, CullercoatsLocated in the beautiful horseshoe-shaped Cullercoats Bay, Cullercoats Lifeboat Station operates a B class inshore lifeboat. The first lifeboat in Cullercoats was funded by the Duke of Northumberland. This became operational in 1852 following the establishment of The Royal National Lifeboat…

Cullercoats Watch House, CullercoatsThe Watch House was designed by Frank West Rich. A pre-existing clock tower was incorporated in the design. The Cullercoats Volunteer Life Brigade, was formed after 1864 and the Watch House constructed between 1877 and 1879. The duty of the Life Brigade was to assist the Coast Guard in their…

Roman Vindolanda Fort & Museum, HexhamThe Vindolanda site today contains a modern world class museum using the latest interpretation techniques and display to tell a very old, very interesting Roman story.