- Tynemouth
- Outdoor
- All Ages
- Beaches
Attraction Information
Longsands Beach sand is golden and the swimming is good, with lifeguard cover from May to September.
It's now a popular surfing spot with locals and has hosted the British Cup, the national surfing championships. Canoeing, scuba diving and snorkelling also go on here.
Immediate facilities include toilets with disabled facilities, first aid post, lost child centre, restaurants and shops.
There's also the Blue Reef Aquarium on Grand Parade, see our separate listing on that.
If Longsands gets too busy, walk south to King Edward's Bay which is overlooked by the ruins of the 11th century Tynemouth Priory and Castle (see listing) which are English Heritage and open to visitors. The bay, sheltered between rock formations, is pleasingly sandy and the swimming safe if the weather is not too rough. The watch house nearby has relics of shipwrecks, and the cliff top walk views are really very good.
Opening hours
Year round access
Pricing
Free admission
Travel & Contact Information
Address
, Tynemouth, Tyne and Wear, NE30, England
Phone number
0191 2008535
Map
Website
Click here to visit Longsands Beach's website.FAQ & Additional Information
Yes, there is parking nearby.
Yes, there are toilets.
No, there are no baby changing facilities.
Yes, you can bring a picnic.
Yes, there is an onsite restaurant and snacks are available.
Yes, Longsands Beach is wheelchair friendly.
Longsands Beach has not told us if they are fully pushchair friendly.
Longsands Beach has not told us if they are dog friendly.
Additional Info
Anything else I should know?
There is an onsite shop