Tynemouth & Whitley Bay
About the Town
Those of you doing the round trip will recognise the first three miles of the route, since it is the same as the last three miles of the C2C, but at North Shields it executes a smart right turn and off you go towards the Scottish Border. There is plenty to do in Tynemouth, which has monuments testifying to a history ranging from Roman times (it is the start of the Hadrian's Cycleway) to the area's recent industrial heritage. Wallsend, nearby, is ideal for the Hadrian's Wall experience. The fort at Segedunum was recently brought back to life at a cost of £9 million, with the only restored Roman bathhouse in Britain.
In medieval times, it was the preferred residence of the queens married to both Edward I and Edward II while their husbands were off bashing the Scots - successfully in the case of the first,less so for his son.
Down river, on the opposite bank, sits Jarrow, home of the Venerable Bede, and the Bede's World Museum. It was also the starting point for the Jarrow March, when 200 protesters descended upon London in 1936 and made one of the most striking political statements in working class history.
Accommodation
| Park Hotel, The Manager, Grand Parade, Tynemouth, Tyne & Wear NE30 4JQ | |
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Overlooking the Northumbrian coastline with fantastic views the Park is ideal for cyclists on any of the many routes that begin or end around Tynemouth. There is a 200-space car park, ideal for leaving your car whilst off cycling. The restaurant has an extensive a la carte menu plus carvery and all food is freshly prepared on the premises. The 55 rooms, most of them with sea views, are all en-suite with tea and coffee facilities, satellite TV, direct dial telephone. There is an English breakfast eat-as-much-as-you-like buffet. |
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Telephone: 0191 257 1406 |
Rooms : 46T/D, 4S, 5F (sleep 3-4), all but 5 of which have sea views |
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| Marlborough Hotel, 20-21 East Parade, Promenade, Whitley Bay, NE26 1AP | |
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Smart sea front hotel in prime position in Whitley Bay with many of the rooms overlooking the sea. High standards of accommodation (the rooms were recently refurbished) and hospitality. Close to all transport links - secure bike parking plus drying facilities. There is now free WiFi throughout plus the use of a computer in the sitting room. |
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Telephone : 0191 251 3628 |
Rooms : 4S, 6D, 2T, 4F. |
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| York House Hotel, 106-110 Park Avenue, Whitley Bay, NE26 1DN | |
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Near start and end of C2C, Reivers and Coast & Castles. 100m to the nearest pub and 250m to the beach. Delightful family run hotel conveniently and yet quietly situated close to all amenities. All rooms are en-suite with fridges and microwaves. Secure indoor cycle storage. |
Run by: Michael & Marissa Ruddy 
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T : 0191 252 8313 |
Rooms : 2S, 5D, 3T, 3F. |
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| Avalon Hotel, 26/28 South Parade, Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear NE26 2RG | |
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Ideal location: the Avalon is also a pub and is clost to the start of Reivers and Coast & Castles and close to the end of the C2C. Family run 3-star hotel with 14 en-suite rooms, secure bike storage, fully licensed bar plus washing and drying facilities. Great breakfast and very friendly. |
Run by: Michael Farwell 
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Tel : 0191 251 0080 |
Rooms : 3S, 6D,6T, 3F. |
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| Oaktree Lodge, 15 Esplanade, Whitley Bay, Tyne & Wear, NE26 2AH | |
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Contemporary in design, yet still maintaining the unique character of its victorian heritage. The 4 Star award winning Oaktree Lodge is located in a quiet position central to Whitley Bay and just 500 yds from Whitley Bay's beautful beaches. Be assured we provide the highest standards of quality, comfort and service available in the Whitley Bay area. |
Run by: Andrew Birds 
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Tel : 0191 252 8587 |
Rooms : 4T, 1Tpl, 2D, 1 Single |
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| The Northumbria, 51 - 52 Victoria Avenue, Whitley Bay, NE26 2BA | |
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Seafront position and splendid views. Friendly and welcoming, Christine is a language teacher fluent in Spanish, French and German. There's a secure lock-up and a laundry facility. The Northumbria has eight cheaper hostel rooms plus six further 3-star bedrooms. Ideal for any of the routes coming into/leaving the Whitley Bay-Tynemouth area. |
Run by: Christine Goodwin 
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Telephone : 0191 252 5265 Website : www.the-northumbria.co.uk Email : the.northumbria@btconnect.com
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Rooms : 8 hostel rooms sleeping 2-4 in bunks; 2D, 2T, 2S B&B : £16 for hostel; Single room starts at £25, £25 - £35 for 3star rooms Evening meal : On request. Around £15 for 3-courses |
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| The Rex Hotel, Karen Carmedy, Rex Hotel, Promenade, Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear NE26 2RL | |
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Situated within easy distance of Newcastle and Gateshead on the finest coastline of Northumbria, relax, unwind, enjoy a meal in our restaurant and a drink in our residents lounge. |
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Tel : 0191 252 3201 |
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