Tynemouth: Tynemouth Priory and Castle on its headland above the sea

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A priory on the headland, beaches, and the fish quay at North Shields

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A priory on the headland, beaches, and the fish quay at North Shields

Tynemouth sits where the Tyne meets the North Sea, at the end of the Metro line from Newcastle. The ruins of the priory and castle stand on the headland, Front Street has cafés and pubs, and Longsands beach stretches north towards Cullercoats.

Upriver, North Shields Fish Quay is still a working fishing port, with Clifford's Fort and the old lighthouses nearby. The Shields Ferry crosses from North Shields to South Shields, and the Collingwood Monument looks out over the river mouth.

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1

Check the priory's days

On 2 November 2026 English Heritage listed weekend-only opening for Tynemouth Priory and Castle. Check its website before you go.

2

Walk the pier

The North Pier runs out from below the priory. Stay off it in rough seas and follow any closure signs.

3

Combine the coast

Walk north along Longsands to Cullercoats, then take the Metro back from Cullercoats station.

4

Go by ferry

Combine the Fish Quay with the Shields Ferry to South Shields; times are on the Travel North East website.

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