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Tynemouth

Featured in the Best Places to Live report by the Sunday Times in 2018, Tynemouth is a picturesque coastal town situated at the mouth of the River Tyne.

Local information

Transport

Tynemouth (0.1 miles)

North Shields (1.1 miles)

Cullercoats (1.3 miles)

Whitley Bay (1.7 miles)

Meadow Well (1.9 miles)

Local schools

The area in depth

Living in Tynemouth
Featured in the Best Places to Live report by the Sunday Times in 2018, Tynemouth is a picturesque coastal town situated at the mouth of the River Tyne. Its award-winning beaches and historic buildings attract visitors from around the world. From famous landmarks to fun-filled activities, it’s understandable to see how the area gained its popularity! Tynemouth Metro station maintains convenient transport links to Newcastle and is also the home to weekend markets.
Schools
Tynemouth has an abundant amount of excellent schools to choose from. For Primary schools, there is St Mary’s Roman Catholic School which recently received an “outstanding” rating following a recent Ofsted report. Additionally, Kings Priory School offers both primary and secondary education and is conveniently located adjacent to Tynemouth Metro station. Recently rated as “good” in an Ofsted report, it remains to be a popular choice amongst parents who live locally. Take a look at our Guide to Schools to find out more about schools in the area.
Dining
Whether you’re looking for a traditional pub, classic Victoria sponge cake or a la carte dining, this charming town has everything. Try visiting Tynemouth Front Street for an array of restaurants and cafés. Popular amongst the locals is Longsands Fish Kitchen, which serves a variety of fresh seafood dishes caught by local fishermen. Dil and The Bear has a menu filled with quick bites and freshly baked cakes which will settle anyone’s craving for sweet treats.
Leisure
There are a number of attractions and adventurous activities in the area, making it ideal for a fun day out. Tynemouth Longsands beach is hugely popular amongst locals and tourists alike. Over the years it’s developed to become a fantastic surfing destination, allowing visitors to surf those glorious waves. Located on the seafront is Blue Reef Aquarium which has an amazing range of sea life including stingrays, seahorses and even sharks!
Did you know?
Tynemouth Longsands and King Edwards Bay have both been awarded with the prestigious Blue Flag status.
Areas

Tynemouth and surrounding areas (NE30, NE29)

  • Tynemouth
  • Cullercoats
  • Marden Farm
  • Marden Estate
  • Preston Village
  • North Shields
  • Percy Main
  • Meadow Well

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