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
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.
Telephone : 0191 257 1406
Website : www.parkhoteltynemouth.co.uk
Email : [email protected]
Rooms : 46T/D, 4S, 5F (sleep 3-4), all but 5 of which have sea views
B&B; : from £37.50
Evening meal : £5 carvery deal for cyclists - Sunday lunch or between 1700-1900.
Packed lunch : On request
Secure indoor cycle storage : On route
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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.
Telephone : 0191 251 3628
Fax : 0191 252 5033
Website : www.marlborough-hotel.com
Email : : [email protected]
Rooms : 4S, 6D, 2T, 4F.
B&B; : £25-£45
Packed lunch : £5
VisitBritain & AA : 4 stars (guest accommodation)
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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.
T : 0191 252 8313
F : 0191 251 3953
Web : www.yorkhousehotel.com
E : [email protected]
Rooms : 2S, 5D, 3T, 3F.
B&B; : £27.50-£32.50
PL : £5.95
VisitBritain : 4-star (guest accommodation)
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26/28 South Parade, Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear NE26 2RG
A high quality, friendly, family run hotel in the centre of Whitley Bay. All rooms are ensuite, home cooked food available every day and relaxing atmosphere in our bar.
tel : 0191 2510080
fax : 0191 2510100
e-mail : [email protected]
home page : www.theavalon.co.uk
rooms : 4 double - 4 twin - 4 single - 2 family - 14 ensuite
months open : all year
B & B : from £45 per night
non-smoking : yes
secure cycle parking : yes
distance from route : 3 miles
pub : on site
grading : 3 Stars ETB
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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.
Tel : 0191 2528587
Email : [email protected]
Web : www.oaktree-lodge.co.uk
Rooms : 4T, 1Tpl, 2D, 1 Single
B&B; : £30
Evening meal : No
Packed lunch : £5
Secure bike storage : Free WiFi
AA & Visit Britain 4 stars : Licenced Bar - Modern coffee Lounge serving speciality coffees and teas
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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.
Telephone : 0191 252 5265
Website : www.northumbria-hotel.co.uk
Email : [email protected]
Rooms : 8 hostel rooms sleeping 2-4 in bunks; 2D, 2T, 2S
B&B : £15 for hostel; £25-£35 (£35-£45 for single occ)
Evening meal : On request. Around £15 for 3-courses
Packed lunch : on request
Secure lock up : Laundry
French, German & Spanish spoken
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Rex Hotel, Promenade, Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear NE26 2RL
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.
tel : 0191 252 3201
fax : 0191 251 4663
e-mail : [email protected]
home page : www.rex-hotel.com
rooms : 19 single - 20 double - 22 twin - 8 family - all en suite
months open : all year
B & B : from £39.00
evening meal : yes
packed lunch : yes
non-smoking : yes
licensed : yes
distance from route : 2 km
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