Tynemouth Longsands Beach
Tynemouth Longsands Beach is a garden, park & outdoor in Tyne and Wear, England. Entry is free. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.
| Price | Free entry Checked on North Tyneside Council's page: free. RNLI lifeguards May-September, 10am-6pm (swim between the red and yellow flags). Dogs banned from the south end 1 May-30 September; allowed at the north end all year. |
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| Opening times | Open all the time; lifeguards May-September 10am-6pm. |
| Best time to go | Early mornings or weekdays; sunny weekends get very busy. |
| School holiday tip | Early July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening. |
| Best ages | All ages All ages. |
| If it rains | Outdoor: pick dry days |
| Parking | Pay-and-display parking along the Grand Parade and seafront car parks. |
| Food | Cafés and kiosks along the seafront, including at the south end. |
| Money saver | Free or low-cost; parking is the main cost; take a picnic. |
| Top tips | Big sandy surf beach with RNLI lifeguards in summer, cafés and rock pools at the ends. |
| What to pack | Wellies, waterproofs, picnic, bug spray, sun cream |
Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source
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