Where to Enjoy a Meal
Restaurants and cafes offering good food and good value are easy to find.
For those looking for something more traditional, you should visit Trenchers Restaurant
in Spanish City for some good old fish ‘n’ chips. Hailing from Whitby, Trenchers have a tradition of making fried seafood dishes. I’ve visited both and love them. They serve a variety of seafood offering, including cod, haddock, oysters, crabs, and prawns.
Other options to consider in Spanish City
include; the steakhouse, the tearoom for afternoon tea with cakes, scones and sandwiches, waffles and pancakes, or maybe even a tipple in the champagne bar.
And for those who want to pay a little less and have the option of sitting outside, maybe consider visiting Pantrini’s around the corner.
The
Crab and Waltzer
is a quirky family-friendly American-themed restaurant with a lot of personality that has a kid’s play area and amazing views across the Links to Spanish City.
Hinnies Restaurant
is a renowned local restaurant located on the seafront that serves up Geordie-influenced classics. Well presented food served up by really friendly staff in relaxed surroundings with eye-catching rustic decor. Well worth a visit for no-nonsense tasty treats at a great price from up north.
Looking for somewhere to relax for a drink or two?
Once popular as a party town, Whitley Bay comes alive at weekends and Bank Holidays when the young and young at heart enjoy the nightlife in the friendly pubs and nightclubs.
The Dog and Rabbit
is a local micro-brewery and pub. on Park View. It’s a friendly bar that serves up real ales, cider, and real conversations without the need for music.
Grays Lounge
is a cosy and intimate drinking den tucked away right amid the hustle-bustle of Whitley Bay where you can sip on a wide range of special cocktails, gins, craft beers, and spirits.
The Fat Ox
if you are looking for a more traditional pub that has live football on the screens.
The Left Luggage room
is a popular micro pub in Monkseaton Metro train station that serves real ales, IPA, gin or whiskey.
While Whitley Bay does have a nightclub, Havana, I would recommend popping into Newcastle if you are heading out for a late night and hitting the dancefloor.
Shops and Amenities in Whitley Bay
If you need some groceries; Morrisons, Sainsbury's, and Tesco stores are all located in and around Whitley Bay. Waitrose
is just 3.4 miles away, 9 minutes, near Murton, and M&S
in the Silverlink, is a 10-minute drive away.
Park View
is the local shopping centre, and if you can’t find what you need there, fear not you can always visit Eldon Square shopping centre in Newcastle, the Metrocentre in Gateshead or Silverlink Retail park off the coast road.
A local shop worthy of mention is the Escape Boutique, a lovely little shop provider designer clothing and inspirational gifts for visitors.
Transport Links
Newcastle city centre can be easily accessed in under 25 minutes using the Metro, with local stations including Whitley Bay, Monkseaton, West Monkseaton, and Cullercoats. By car, it takes around 25 minutes but may take twice that time during rush hour. Trains regularly leave Newcastle Central Station to popular destinations throughout the UK, and Newcastle Airport is accessible within 30 minutes, either by Metro or car.
The Local Schools
There are two high schools in the town, Whitley Bay High School and Monkseaton High School, both of which have “good” rating. The borough is still one of the few remaining parts of England that operate a three-tier school system, with first, middle and high schools.
