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Within twenty miles of Newcastle, the resort of Blyth sits beside the estuary of the River Blyth, a short distance from where the water meets with the sea. It is an attractive old place, with a long seafaring history, the port of Blyth is believed to date back to the 12th-century but it did not become important until the 18th-century, when coal began to be shipped from the quay. A thriving salt industry was also in operation at this time but the decline of salt which began towards the middle of the 19th-century finally came to an abrupt end when the last saltpan was destroyed in 1876.

Coal continued to bring prosperity to Blyth, it also began to open up with a ship building industry, and during World War One and Two it under-took major production of ship's for the Admiralty. The town is proud of its ship building heritage, which includes the building of the first aircraft carrier H.M.S. Ark Royal in 1914. It was a sad day for the community when the industry folded in 1967.

Fishing has been a major source of revenue in the town, and this with other allied trades continues to this day. The port was modernised in 2003 and continues to play a major role in the prosperity of the town. It is also the home of the Royal Northumberland Yacht Club which welcomes visitors all the year round.

South of the harbour there is a safe sandy beach frequently used for sunbathing and swimming by local residents and visitors to the town.

Blyth, with its new, exciting harbour decorated with modern sculptures, makes an interesting destination from which to explore the City of Newcastle and the heritage of old Tyneside industries.

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	Park Lodge Hotel 160 Park Avenue, Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear, England (6.2 miles, 10.0 km, direction SE) If you are looking for accommodation in Whitley Bay we have the perfect place. The Park Lodge Hotel is a family run hotel in the heart of Whitley Bay. We have been established for 25 years and conti... More info and book online.. Price from £45.00
	Marlborough Hotel East Parade, Central Promenade, Whitley Bay, North Tyneside, Tyne and Wear, England (6.2 miles, 10.0 km, direction SE) Overlooking the broad sweep of Whitley Bay's golden sands, this family guest accommodation hotel forms part of an Edwardian terrace. Here, you will find a wide selection of en suite accommodation,... More info and book online.. Price from £45.00
	York House Hotel 106 Park Avenue, Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear, England (6.3 miles, 10.1 km, direction SE) The York House Hotel is a 4 star family run quality guest accomodation. Ideally positioned to access all areas of Tyne & Wear, and only 15 minutes from Newcastle city centre. Our Hotel is centrall... More info and book online.. Price from £50.00
	Banana Joe's Hotel South Parade, Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear, Tyne and Wear, England (6.4 miles, 10.3 km, direction SE) Situated in the heart of this popular seaside resort, the hotel is a short walk from the beach and close to all amenities and nightlife. Our friendly hotel caters for a wide variety of guests from... More info and book online.. Price from £25.00
	The Windsor Hotel South Parade, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear, Tyne and Wear, England (6.4 miles, 10.3 km, direction SE) The largest and most impressive hotel in Whitley Bay, centrally located on South Parade, the Windsor is situated within sight of the sea on the scenic Northumbrian coast. The hotel's Bazil Brasseri... More info and book online.. Price from £50.00

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Nearby travel help

Cramlington Station	(4.5 miles, 7.3 km, direction SW)
West Monkseaton Station	(6.1 miles, 9.9 km, direction S)
Newcastle International Airport	(9.7 miles, 15.6 km, direction SW)
New Bridge Street	(11.2 miles, 18.0 km, direction S)
A1(M) Junction 65	(15.5 miles, 24.9 km, direction S)
Teesside International Airport	(42.9 miles, 68.9 km, direction S)
Blyth to London	(256.7 miles, 413.1 km, direction S)