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A warm Geordie welcome!

Here in North Tyneside we offer something for everyone, from sandy beaches to a glittering nightlife and a choice of restaurants.

The famous town of Whitley Bay has all you'll need for a relaxing weekend break and, if you have the urge, party the night away!

Take a stroll along the promenade and sandy beach breathing in the fresh sea air as you go and you won't be far away from St. Mary's Lighthouse standing as a beacon on its own island for over 100 years.

The resort has a unique atmosphere at weekends and Bank Holidays when the young and young at heart come to sample the nightlife from all over the UK and certainly don't leave disappointed.

Intimate restaurants offering good food and good value are easy to find and if busy nightclubs aren't your thing, then friendly pubs are just around the corner.

North Shields

North Shields stands at the mouth of the River Tyne and takes its name from the 'shielings' or 'shiels' (fishermen's huts) on the riverbank.

You can visit the Fish Quay and sample some great fish'n'chips or enjoy a bistro meal whilst watching numerous vessels sailing down the Tyne.

What is considered by many to be the ultimate in local pubs can be found in North Shields. The multi-award winning Magnesia Bank features live music, good food and a wide range of drinks. Just along the road you'll find the modern Royal Quays district that features an Outlet Shopping complex, Marina, and waterpark.

Wallsend

In Wallsend the mighty shipyards tower over one of the North East's newest and most significant attractions - Segedunum Roman Fort and Museum.

In AD410, Roman rule in Britain collapsed and the fort was gradually abandoned. The area was given over to farming until coal mining and shipbuilding firmly placed the town on the world map. Now, 1600 years on, Segedunum is once again the gateway to Hadrian's Wall at the edge of the Roman Empire.

Tynemouth

Longsands is a glorious sandy beach where, on a hot summer's day, you could be forgiven for thinking you were sunning it up abroad rather than the English North East Coast.

Complementing the award-winning beach is the village where you'll find an interesting mix of antique shops, fashion boutiques, eating places and superb village pubs. Tynemouth is steeped in history and there is no better way to discover that for yourself than by visiting the Priory and Castle standing guard over the River Tyne for centuries.

Just minutes away you'll find the well preserved beach cove of Cullercoats where hundreds of families bring their buckets, spades, beach towels and picnics to enjoy a full day relaxing in the sun.

Whilst the sun isn't guaranteed, the peace of mind that comes with an easily accessible and convenient location more than makes up for weather associated with a traditional British summer.