Situated on the north side of the mouth of the River Tyne, Tynemouth is a large coastal town. The population of the Tynemouth ward in North Tyneside is around 10,500. Tynemouth was mentioned as one of the best places to live in Northern England in 2018 by the Sunday Times.

There are several beaches close to Tynemouth. The east facing beaches, King Edward’s Bay and Tynemouth Longsands, are popular with tourists as well as with locals. Prior’s Haven is a small beach which is home to the Tynemouth Rowing Club and the local sailing club. King Edward’s Bat is sheltered on three sides by cliffs and is reached by using stairways. Longsands was voted as one of the best beaches in the country by users on the website Trip Advisor.

There are three main car parks in Tynemouth. Sea View car park on Oxford Street offer 58 spaces and Spanish Battery car park on Pier Road offer 51 spaces. Priors Haven is the largest car park with 81 spaces. As with any popular tourist destination, parking can get very busy in Tynemouth, making it difficult to find a convenient parking spot at peak times. This is where YourParkingSpace is here to help.

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What are the top things to do in Tynemouth?

There are plenty of things to see and do in and around Tynemouth. The town is steeped in history and has something to offer everyone. The Tynemouth Priory and Castle stands dramatically, dominating the headland. This site dates back many centuries and is the burial place of Saints and Kings of the Old Kingdom of Northumbria. Tynemouth has many interesting buildings to discover, including many with Blue Plaques.

For beach lovers, be sure to visits Tynemouth Longsands which is a mile long stretch of golden sand, perfect for walking and relaxing. It is also a nationally recognised water sports hub. Tynemouth Aquarium is a great place for a family visit with excellent exhibits of different marine life, including otters, seals, and even home to a colony of monkeys. Font Street and Percy Park Road offer a fabulous selection of shops, traditional pubs, cafes, and bistros.

How much does parking typically cost in Tynemouth?

Parking at the Sea View and Spanish Battery car parks starts from £1.20 for 1 hour of parking and increases to £3 for a maximum 3 hour stay.

Is there free parking in Tynemouth?

Parking in the Spanish Battery car park is free between 6pm and 9am. Priors Haven car park is free of charge but it has a maximum stay of 2 hours between 8am and 6pm.