Saint Mary's Lighthouse

St. Mary's Lighthouse

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(911) · Historical landmark in Whitley Bay, United Kingdom
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This picturesque lighthouse can only be reached by a short causeway at certain tide times. The lighthouse is built on this mini island to help guide ships …

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Jan 26, 2025
A very enjoyable, if somewhat breezy walk to the lighthouse, with multiple photo opportunities. Recommended to check out the tide times! Full review by Margaret W
Nov 6, 2024
Newly painted and looking fabulous. You just can’t beat a visit to this stunning lighthouse. Climb to the top or play in the rock pools. Only accessible when the tide is out. Full review by Joe P
Jul 30, 2024
Came with partner and son for a walk around and have a lovely ice cream in the sun . Place was quite busy with families and children rock pooling Full review by Nicola P
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Articles

Climb the 137 steps to the top of the St. Mary's Lighthouse and you're guaranteed spectacular views of the North East coast and a panoram…
cityseeker.com
St Mary's Lighthouse is on the tiny St Mary's Island, just north of Whitley Bay on the coast of North East England. The small rocky tidal isla…
sygic.com

Facts

Located:St Mary's Island
Height:46 metres (151 ft)

Questions & answers

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Is there a restaurant or café onsite
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Yes there is a cafe, but its not always open, somethimes a food truck on the car park too.
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Answer by John H · Apr 18, 2024
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Is it free entry to the cafe?
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Yes and well worth a visit.
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How narrow are the stairs to climb up to the top of lighthouse? Would we get up ok with a 10 month old in a backpack …
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How narrow are the stairs to climb up to the top of lighthouse? Would we get up ok with a 10 month old in a backpack carrier? Thanks
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I think you would be fine
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How do I join a rock pooling session? Thankyou
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If you contact North Tyneside Council, they will be able to sort it.
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Do you think it’s fair that I walked to the causeway to check on the tide for access & returned to find a parking ticket @ …
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Do you think it’s fair that I walked to the causeway to check on the tide for access & returned to find a parking ticket @ 5.50pm on a Saturday? Greedy sly council
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NO! My answer is based upon the fact that in January having checked the causeway time for the day we visited, the tide was "2hours" from coming in....We were parked next to the …
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NO! My answer is based upon the fact that in January having checked the causeway time for the day we visited, the tide was "2hours" from coming in....We were parked next to the meter and we paid! Within 20 minutes the tide was IN....the only way back was minus shoes/socks and rolling up trousers....otherwise very wet indeed...NO, they are being stingy and you should appeal
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