Whitley Bay

Whitley Bay

Sitting on the dock of Whitley Bay…For a proper, old-fashioned British seaside holiday, a Whitley Bay caravan park holiday can’t be beaten.

Why Choose Whitley Bay Caravan Parks?

This vibrant, seaside town located in North Tyneside has everything you could possibly want from a holiday by the sea, with dog-friendly beaches, amusement arcades, an ice rink, shops, bars, restaurants, attractions and activities. There is something for everyone here, so whether you’re on a Whitley Bay caravan holiday with the family, a group of friends or that special someone, you are guaranteed a break you‘ll never forget. The Blue Flag beach at Longsands is the perfect place for a romantic stroll along the golden sands if you are on holiday with your other half. It’s also somewhere the kids can get busy building sandcastles, enjoy a picnic or have a paddle, or anyone can have a go at surfing, canoeing, scuba diving or snorkelling here, too. Whitley Bay and its surrounding area boasts miles of golden sands with other beaches worth visiting, including Seaton Sluice, Cresswell, Blyth, Warkworth and Amble Links.

The town of Whitley Bay itself has plenty to offer visitors with amusements, loads of independent shops and boutiques, award-winning ice cream and the best fish and chips you’ll get anywhere. The infamous Spanish City is well worth a visit with some mouth-watering dining options. Check out South Parade, which is home to a great selection of bars, restaurants, pubs, bistros and pubs, making it the ideal spot for hanging out, enjoying a bite to eat and a drink, and really getting into the holiday vibe. If you want to get some fresh air and learn more about the region’s fascinating history, then head out onto the dog-friendly North Tyneside Coastal Heritage Trail, which starts at the iconic St Mary’s Lighthouse and ends at Black Midden Rocks and takes in some of the most interesting historical landmarks along the way including Tynemouth Priory, pier, plaza and lighthouse, lifeboat houses, Tynemouth Park and boating lake, St George’s Church, Cullercoats and Brown’s Bay. You’ll be rewarded with some spectacular views along the way!

Places to Visit During a Whitley Bay Caravan Holiday

Whitley Bay is known for its fantastic skate park, Panama Skate Park, which was created for and by young skateboarders and rollerbladers. With two bowls, ramps, driveways, and walls, this is a real Mecca for keen skateboarders, from novices to seasoned pros, and it is a great way to get some fresh air and exercise at the same time. Not just for train spotters is the appealing Stephenson Railway Museum, which is just a short drive and is well worth a visit while on a caravan holiday in Whitley Bay. Take a trip back in time to the heyday of steam, with animated films and displays exploring how trains work and their long and captivating history. On scheduled days, you can even take a ride on a 1950s passenger steam train on a heritage train ride and really feel like you’re going back in time. There is also a café to stop off for refreshments, and why not pick up a memento of your trip at the gift shop?

Getting out and about from Whitley Bay couldn’t be easier with the bustling city of Newcastle-upon-Tyne just 25 minutes by train and attractions such as Tynemouth Aquarium and Lost Adventure Golf, and towns such as Morpeth, Cullercoats, North Shields and Wallsend, all within a short drive. A Whitley Bay caravan park holiday promises a world of attractions and activities to keep even the most active visitors happy, and with some of the most breath-taking coastal views you’ll find anywhere, you’ll have holiday memories to treasure forever.