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This property is at an elevation of approximately 45 feet / 13.7 metres above sea level
Marsden Beach
Near South Shields - a sandy composition 0 miles away. A sandy beach looking out to Marsden bay. Nestled at the base of low cliffs accessed by a lift from Trow Quarry car park. Look out for the distinctive Marsden rock at the southern end of the beach standing 139 feet high
Sandhaven Beach
Near South Shields - a sandy composition 2.1 miles away. Located to the south of the Harbour wall at South Sheilds. The Ocean Beach Pleasure Park can be found at the head of the beach
Seaburn Beach
Near Sunderland - a sandy composition 2.9 miles away. Seaburn Beach is located North of Sunderland looking out into Whitburn Bay. A popular blue flag beach with good quality flat almost white sand ideal for bathing. There is a wide promenade with some cafes, further eateries a small park , childrens play area a short walk into the town
King Edwards Bay Beach
Near Tynemouth - a sandy composition 3.4 miles away. A beach set below grassy cliffs with a path leading down
Roker Beach
Near Sunderland - a sandy composition 3.9 miles away. Sheltered and within two sea walls protecting the harbour and River Wear outflow. there is a large car park above the sea defenses with access to the beach
Facilities at the accommodation
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Open All Year
Lift / Elevator
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Open All Year
Lift / Elevator
Facilities Nearby
Beach or Coast Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Fishing
Golf
Beach or Coast Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Fishing
Golf
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International Airports
Local Airports
Eshott Airfield Bockenfield Northumberland
NE65 9QJ
24.7 miles Carlisle Lake District Airport
Carlisle Cumbria
CA6 4NW
56.7 miles
Motorways
A194(M) Junction A184 5.9 miles A194(M) Junction 2
6.7 miles A194(M) Junction 1
Washington,Gateshead, Newcastle,Birtley
8.0 miles
Railway Stations
Sunderland station code = SUN
SR1 3HR
4.9 miles Heworth
station code = HEW
NE10 0LW
7.3 miles
Ferry Ports
Hotels near The Grotto Hotel South Shields
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Ocean Beach Pleasure Park -
NE33 2LD
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NE33 2LD
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55.002407, -1.4172181
2.4m / 3.9km -
Tynemouth Priory & Castle -
NE30 4BZ
NZ 37318 69395
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3.2m / 5.1km - 49 minutes walk
NE30 4BZ
NZ 37318 69395
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A large site overlooking the River Tyne and the North Sea and unusually not only the fortified castle remains but also a priory are together inside the castle walls
3.2m / 5.1km -
Boldon Golf Club -
NE36 0PQ
NZ 35865 61066
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3.5m / 5.6km - 52 minutes walk
NE36 0PQ
NZ 35865 61066
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Southwick Industrial Estate -
SR5 3JT
NZ 37359 58684
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4.2m / 6.8km
SR5 3JT
NZ 37359 58684
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Tynemouth Golf Club -
NE30 2ER
NZ 35976 69326
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3.7m / 6km - 55 minutes walk
NE30 2ER
NZ 35976 69326
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St Pauls Monastery, Jarrow -
NE32 3DY
NZ 33852 65177
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3.8m / 6.1km - 57 minutes walk
NE32 3DY
NZ 33852 65177
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The Monastery has developed ove rthe centuries with the original medieval monastery still standing as a ruin, adjacent to an Anglo-Saxon which has survived remarkably well and is still in use as St Paul's church
3.8m / 6.1km -
Hylton Castle -
SR5 3PA
NZ 35674 58861
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4.6m / 7.4km
SR5 3PA
NZ 35674 58861
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A Castle and separate chapel on large grounds, is designated a Grade I listed building and a Scheduled Ancient Monument cared for by English Heritage now open to view - Free entry
4.6m / 7.4km
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Frequently Asked Questions.
What is the nearest beach to this Hotel?
The Roker Beach is 3.9 miles from this Hotel. We also list other beaches within 5 miles with descriptions