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There are ruins of an ancient priory founded AD 617-633, later the monks of Tynemouth priory were working Tyneside coal seams as early as the 13th century.
Occupying the site of an earlier Saxon church built first in wood, Tynemouth priory dates back to 1090 and was built over the remains of a 7th century monastery which was the burial place of the early Northumbrian kings.
The castle was added in the 14th century to defend the priory, and later became important as a river and harbour fortification. More recently gun batteries were housed here in World War One. There are dramatic views over the river from these well preserved ruins.
By the middle of the 19th century the railways were serving the town. It became possible to work in Newcastle and live at the coast, and between 1871 and 1881 the population increased by almost one third.
The town has two beaches boasting excellent long stretches of golden sands that are popular all year round. King Edwards Bay and Longsands are regular seaside award winners.
The Blue Reef Aquarium boasts a magical display of fish from our native species, to exotic visitors like the nautilus, sea horses, sharks and rays. The Aquarium is a great all weather attraction,
it also has a cafe, available for functions and children's parties.
Guarding the mouth of the River Tyne, the historic Tynemouth Priory and Castle are open to the visitor throughout the year, and are a great attraction for those interested in the past.
A flea market takes place every Saturday on Tynemouth station platform, including antiques, jewellery, plants books etc. A general market every Sunday with arts, crafts, books, CD’s and so much more.
Tynemouth Farmers Market is held on the third Saturday in each month.
A first-class selection of local produce and other goods are available from a wide variety of stallholders.
Dinghy sailing enthusiasts are well catered for by Tynemouth Sailing Club, which has an active programme for both sailing and social activities.
Surfing enthusiasts travel from far afield to enjoy the rolling surf at Longsands Beach.
On Sunday 26th August 2007, the finish of
The Great North Bike Ride
once again ended at Tynemouth Priory. The event, which is held to raise money for cancer research, is organised
by
The Chris Lucas Trust.
Starting off in
Seahouses
on a pleasant sunny morning, the riders covered a distance of just over 50 miles. A total of 1347 cyclists took part in the event and raised well in excess of £50,000 for the charity.
Tynemouth has a variety of holiday accommodation available, including...
Hotels, Guest Houses, Bed and Breakfast and Self Catering.
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