Whitburn (T and W) Tourist Information |
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Whitburn has retained its village character and has links with Lewis Carroll. The author spent holidays in the village and gained inspiration for his books 'Alice in Wonderland' and 'Alice Through The Looking Glass', from people he met in the area.
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Attractions near Whitburn (T and W)
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Souter Lighthouse
(1 Mile)*
Souter is a special place all year round and was the first lighthouse in the world designed and built to be powered by electricity. Opened in 1871, decommissioned in 1988, the National Trust acquired it and opened it to the public in 1990. |
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Monkwearmouth Station Museum
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The museum is housed in an outstanding grade 2* listed 1840s station building commissioned by the famous railway entrepreneur George Hudson. |
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South Shields Museum & Art Gallery
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An exciting day out for all the family, South Shields Museum & Art Gallery explores the story of South Tyneside through sensational displays, hands-on exhibiits and stunning art. |
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Towns near Whitburn (T and W)
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Marsden Tourist Information
(1 Mile)*
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Cleadon Tourist Information
(1 Mile)*
Cleadon is a very attractive village on the outskirts of South Shields. Elegant older houses rub shoulders with impressive modern homes. |
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Harton Tourist Information
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Hotels near Whitburn (T and W)
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A city break, a seaside holiday or a relaxing retreat, whatever you're after you will find it at the Sunderland Marriott Hotel. |
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The Tavistock Roker offers 57 bedrooms, many with breath taking sea views of the North Sea and Roker Pier. Each bedroom is en-suite with tea & coffee making facilities, satelitte television, trouser press and telephone. |
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A jewel in the heart of South Tyneside, this hotel was formally the home of Sir William Fox who was 3 times prime minister of New Zealand. |
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Self Catering near Whitburn (T and W)
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Seafront Apartments were formed by the clever adaptation of a large Victorian terraced house into 6 apartments. Some retain original features of beautiful ceiling plasterwork. Each apartment is fully self-contained. |
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Chic stylish 2 bed 2 bath apartment on Newcastle Quayside with spacious balcony and stunning river views. Ideally located with bars and restaurants on the doorstep. The apartment benefits from Free secure covered parking and free WiFi. |
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