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St Mary's Lighthouse
A white lighthouse on a tiny tidal island north of Whitley Bay, reached across a causeway at low tide. The surrounding nature reserve has rock pools, a small beach and clifftop grassland, so it works even when the tower itself isn't open.
📍 Whitley Bay, North East
Free / PaidIndoor & outdoorPhoto: Steve F
Visitor information
- Ages
- 0–16+
- Typical visit
- Half day
- Address
- St Mary's Island, Whitley Bay (tidal causeway)
- Opening times
- Tide dependent - causeway only passable around low tide; check council tide/opening table. Reopened after 2024 repair works.
⚠️ Opening times, prices and seasonal closures change often. Always confirm on the official website before you set off.Details last checked 7 Oct 2026.
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Family facilities
Last checked 7 Oct 2026
- IndoorIndoor and outdoor areas
A guide, not a guarantee. Shown only where the venue or a trusted source has told us. Not listed doesn't mean not available — check with the venue if it matters for your visit.
What's on near St Mary's Lighthouse
Everything we list here and within half a mile, in one place.
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