King Edwards Bay Beach (aka Short Sands)
King Edwards Bay Beach is a sheltered sandy beach backed by cliffs and grassy spaces ideal for families.
The beach sits under Tynemouth Priory and Tynemouth Castle.
The beach is also known as Tynemouth Short Sands after its longer “Long Sands” neighbour.
Facilities include car parking, toilets, shops, food outlets, lifeguards and zoned areas for watersports.
Why not check other beaches nearby as we have 3 beaches at Tynemouth, 13 beaches in Tyne and Wear, or check our list of Tyne and Wear Dog Friendly Beaches.
Visit King Edwards Bay Beach
King Edwards Bay Beach Photos
King Edwards Bay Beach Water Quality
- Excellent: the highest classification meaning the water is cleanest
- Good: generally good water quality
- Sufficient: meets minimum standards
- Poor: You are advised not to swim. The beach will stay open and an action plan should be in place to improve the water quality.
7 Day Weather Forecast
Expect a temp in the range 8℃ to 9.6℃ with wind speed 5.2 m/sec (NW)
Expect a temp in the range 12℃ to 12.6℃ with wind speed 7.5 m/sec (NE)
Expect a temp in the range 8.7℃ to 9℃ with wind speed 2.4 m/sec (S)
Expect a temp in the range 10.6℃ to 11.3℃ with wind speed 7.1 m/sec (WSW)
Expect a temp in the range 10.8℃ to 11.4℃ with wind speed 8.3 m/sec (WSW)
Expect a temp in the range 9.7℃ to 12.3℃ with wind speed 9.6 m/sec (WNW)
Expect a temp in the range 13.1℃ to 15℃ with wind speed 5.9 m/sec (SSW)
Tynemouth weather forecast from Yr, delivered by the Norwegian Meteorological Institute and NRK
King Edwards Bay Beach Tide Times
Tide times are available at around 600 locations and the closest location to King Edwards Bay Beach is at RIVER TYNE (NORTH SHIELDS) 2.33 km (1.45 miles) away. Tides are displayed beneath for up to 7 days and we list both high and low water times along with the height.
High Tide at 04:23 (Height 5.27m)
Low Tide at 10:56 (Height 0.59m)
High Tide at 16:51 (Height 5.07m)
Low Tide at 23:01 (Height 0.94m)
High Tide at 04:58 (Height 5.24m)
Low Tide at 11:30 (Height 0.71m)
High Tide at 17:25 (Height 4.99m)
Low Tide at 23:36 (Height 1.03m)
High Tide at 05:37 (Height 5.12m)
Low Tide at 12:05 (Height 0.94m)
High Tide at 18:04 (Height 4.84m)
Low Tide at 00:14 (Height 1.19m)
High Tide at 06:22 (Height 4.90m)
Low Tide at 12:45 (Height 1.26m)
High Tide at 18:50 (Height 4.63m)
Low Tide at 01:00 (Height 1.42m)
High Tide at 07:17 (Height 4.60m)
Low Tide at 13:36 (Height 1.64m)
High Tide at 19:45 (Height 4.38m)
Low Tide at 02:04 (Height 1.67m)
High Tide at 08:30 (Height 4.29m)
Low Tide at 14:49 (Height 2.00m)
High Tide at 21:00 (Height 4.16m)
Low Tide at 03:35 (Height 1.82m)
High Tide at 10:05 (Height 4.13m)
Low Tide at 16:30 (Height 2.15m)
High Tide at 22:31 (Height 4.13m)
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