Name: Tynemouth Priory and Castle
Rating: 5.0

Tynemouth Priory and Castle

Pier Road, Tynemouth, North Shields, Tyne and Wear NE30 4BZ, UK

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Tynemouth Priory and Castle, a natural stronghold with all-round sea views, Tynemouth Priory and Castle’s steep-sided headland commands the entrance to the river Tyne. You enter Tynemouth Priory through the 14th-century monastic gatehouse, a powerful miniature castle.

Explore the headland with the help of interactive displays featuring characters from Tynemouth’s long history. Listen to the voice of a Second World War gunner describing air raids, sinking ships and primitive living conditions and more.

Price starts from £8.00 for Adults, £4.50 for Children(5-17 yrs) and £12.50 for Family (1 adult, up to 3 children). If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Host birthday parties: No

Features

A natural stronghold with all-round sea views, Tynemouth Priory and Castle’s steep-sided headland commands the entrance to the river Tyne. You enter Tynemouth Priory through the 14th-century monastic gatehouse, a powerful miniature castle.
Explore the headland with the help of interactive displays featuring characters from Tynemouth’s long history. Listen to the voice of a Second World War gunner describing air raids, sinking ships and primitive living conditions.
The ruins of the great medieval monastic church rise amid intriguing tombstones of Tynemouth mariners. Look out for the priory’s greatest treasure, the tiny 15th-century ‘Percy Chantry’ chapel, with a beautiful rose window and a vaulted roof crowded with carved saints. Venture down into the underground gun batteries to explore life here during the two World Wars.
Exhibition: The interactive 'Life in the Stronghold' exhibition (located in the Warrant Officer's House) takes visitors on a journey from Tynemouth's beginnings as an Anglo-Saxon settlement, a medieval monastery and Tudor fortification, right up to its importance as a WWII coastal gun battery.
Gardens: Large grassed areas with wonderful views of the North Sea. Concrete and tarmac pathways guide visitors around the site.

Facilities

Parking: To access disabled drivers' car park (10 spaces), drive up causeway from Front Street, through castle gatehouse and turn right. Visitors parking in village face a 150m uphill walk and 70m of cobbles at gatehouse. Ticket office is in gatehouse. There is additional pay and display parking at the Spanish Battery and along the coastal road which leads to Tynemouth.
Toilets: Unisex and disabled toilets available. Baby changing facilities are also available.

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Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Advance online tickets:

Adult: £8.00 with donation & £7.20 without donation.
Child (5–17 years): £4.50 with donation & £4.00 without donation.
Family (2 adults, up to 3 children): £20.50 with donation & £18.40 without donation.
Family (1 adult, up to 3 children): £12.50 with donation & £11.20 without donation.
Concession: £7.00 with donation & £6.30 without donation.
Member: Free.

On the day tickets:

Adult: £9.50 with donation & £8.60 without donation.
Child (5–17 years): £5.50 with donation & £5.00 without donation.
Family (2 adults, up to 3 children): £24.50 with donation & £22.20 without donation.
Family (1 adult, up to 3 children): £15.00 with donation & £13.60 without donation.
Concession: £8.50 with donation & £7.70 without donation.
Member: Free.

Pricing URL: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/tynemouth-priory-and-castle/prices-and-opening-times/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Open Daily: 10am - 5pm (last entry at 4.15pm)

Address: Pier Road, Tynemouth, North Shields, Tyne and Wear NE30 4BZ, UK

Post Code: NE30 4BZ

Council: North Tyneside

County: Tyne and Wear

Road Access: In Tynemouth, near North Pier. Plan your route with what3words (rival.chats.jelly).
Bus Access: Arriva Northumbria service 306.
Bicycle Access: Find your cycling route to Tynemouth Priory and Castle at sustrans.org.uk, the National Cycle Network.
Parking: To access disabled drivers' car park (10 spaces), drive up causeway from Front Street, through castle gatehouse and turn right. Visitors parking in village face a 150m uphill walk and 70m of cobbles at gatehouse. Ticket office is in gatehouse. There is additional pay and display parking at the Spanish Battery and along the coastal road which leads to Tynemouth.