Parkdean Resorts' Whitley Bay Holiday Park in North Tyneside has earned an average rating of 4.2 out of five stars on Tripadvisor, with guests praising its entertainment, staff and location near a Blue Flag beach.
The holiday park operator runs sites across Britain's coastline and countryside, from Northumberland and County Durham to Yorkshire and the Lake District. In the North East, there are five Parkdean Resorts sites: Church Point Holiday Park in Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, Cresswell Towers Holiday Park in Cresswell, Sandy Bay Holiday Park in Ashington, Whitley Bay Holiday Park in North Tyneside, and Crimdon Dene Holiday Park in Hartlepool, County Durham.
Parkdean Resorts also offers Grown-Up Getaways - breaks designed for adults wanting to enjoy a holiday at their own pace. These stays feature a schedule of activities outside school holidays exclusively for adults, from painting, pottery, jewellery making and mosaic art to pool, darts, archery and board games. Evenings can be spent enjoying a whodunnit murder mystery, karaoke, poker, bingo or a quiz, or checking out entertainment from country nights to rock 'n' roll shows.
Whitley Bay location and attractions
Whitley Bay is home to a Blue Flag beach, independent shops and eateries, plus a cinema, playhouse, ice rink, markets, food festivals and parades throughout the year. The walk from Whitley Bay beach down to Cullercoats Bay, then on to Long Sands and King Edwards in Tynemouth, is a must, with Tynemouth Priory and Castle and Tynemouth Market at the other end.
Less than an hour in the car gets drivers to the heart of Northumberland National Park, where they will be surrounded by ancient ruins and wildlife, as well as some of the darkest skies in Europe for stargazing. Whitley Bay is on the Tyne and Wear Metro line, with Newcastle city centre only half an hour away by Metro.
Guest reviews and facilities
One recent visitor said: "Another great weekend at my favourite place. Great fun and entertainment, staff always go above and beyond. [...] Adults had the best time and so did the teenagers, joined in the dancing and karaoke."
Another praised: "Had a great time, just keep coming back here, love it. All amenities are great, staff are a credit to the site, especially Dale on security. [...] Plenty to do outside the park including St Mary's lighthouse, the beaches and Spanish City. We will be back again."
And a third echoed: "This is our fifth year in a row - says it all. Beautifully situated. Every day we take the short walk from the park entrance to the lighthouse stop off at the van in the car park for an ice cream and on the way back for a coffee. It's stunning and so peaceful."
Not everyone was impressed, however, with one guest feeding back: "Only been unwilling to give five stars because the shop on site is very limited stock and opening hours vary depending upon staff availability. The restaurant seems expensive for what you get." Meanwhile, someone else wrote in a five-star review: "Just returned from a nice break. Staff are always lovely, the park was very tidy and the caravan was really clean on arrival. Well done Whitley Bay team."
Accommodation and packages
Facilities at Whitley Bay include a heated indoor pool, a multi-sports court, the Boathouse Bar & Restaurant, and live entertainment each evening at the Lighthouse Showbar. Accommodation across Parkdean Resorts sites ranges from lodges and caravans to glamping pods, safari tents, and hot tub cottages, with restaurants, bars, takeaway outlets and on-site supermarkets at each park.
All-inclusive packages are available at the majority of Parkdean Resorts' UK sites, offered on selected four-night Monday arrival stays across 45 parks, as well as selected three-night weekend escapes at 14 parks, with prices starting from £100 per adult and £40 per child. These packages cover three restaurant meals daily plus unlimited soft drinks and Costa Coffee, alongside a dedicated children's menu. Breaks start from £99 for four nights.
