Churches in Whitley Bay

Whitley Bay and the surrounding area of Monkseaton are home to a good number of churches across different denominations. Whether you are looking for a traditional Anglican service, a Catholic Mass, or something more contemporary, there are options within walking distance of most parts of town. Here is our guide to the main churches and places of worship in Whitley Bay.

St Paul's Church

St Paul's is Whitley Bay's main Church of England parish church, and it is a striking building. Constructed in 1864, the church features large stone pillars, traditional heavy wooden pews, and a design that draws comparisons with Durham Cathedral in miniature. It is a Grade II listed building and an important part of the town's architectural heritage.

The church holds regular Sunday services and a Wednesday Eucharist at 10am. It is also available for weddings, christenings, and funerals, and the National Churches Trust describes it as a beacon of warmth and community spirit. St Paul's is located in the heart of Whitley Bay at NE26 2TH.

Best for: St Paul's Church dates from 1864 and is Grade II listed. It holds services on Sundays and a Wednesday Eucharist at 10am.

St Mary the Virgin

St Mary the Virgin on Claremont Gardens (NE26 3SF) is Whitley Bay's other Anglican church. It serves a different part of the town from St Paul's and is part of the same Diocese of Newcastle. Like St Paul's, it holds regular Sunday worship and is open for baptisms, weddings, and other services.

Whitley Bay Baptist Church

Whitley Bay Baptist Church on Park Avenue (NE26 1DX) is a well-established church that blends traditional charm with a welcoming, modern approach. Sunday services run from 10:00 to 11:30, and the church is active in the local community with groups and activities through the week.

The Baptist church is centrally located, just off the main Park View shopping street, making it easy to find for visitors and newcomers.

Best for: Whitley Bay Baptist Church is on Park Avenue, NE26 1DX. Sunday services run 10:00 to 11:30.

St Edward the Confessor

St Edward the Confessor on Coquet Avenue (NE26 1EE) is the Catholic church serving Whitley Bay, part of the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle. The parish is part of the wider Tynemouth Priory Partnership, which coordinates Catholic churches across North Tyneside including those in Wallsend, North Shields, Tynemouth, Cullercoats, Monkseaton, and Backworth.

Details of Mass times and parish activities are available through the Tynemouth Priory Partnership website.

Best for: St Edward the Confessor is on Coquet Avenue, NE26 1EE. Contact: 0191 252 8021.

Our Lady Star of the Sea

The Parish of Our Lady Star of the Sea also serves parts of Whitley Bay and West Monkseaton. It is another Catholic parish within the Tynemouth Priory Partnership and the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle. The parish covers Backworth, West Monkseaton, and the western parts of Whitley Bay.

St Andrew's United Reformed Church, Monkseaton

St Andrew's URC in Monkseaton is the local United Reformed Church, set among 1930s housing within easy walking distance of West Monkseaton Metro station. The church holds regular worship and is involved in community activities in the Monkseaton area. It is a friendly, welcoming congregation.

Monkseaton Methodist Church

Monkseaton Methodist Church serves the Methodist community in the wider Whitley Bay area. It is located in Monkseaton (NE25 8AQ) and holds regular Sunday services. The church is part of the wider Methodist circuit covering North Tyneside.

Finding the Right Church

If you are new to Whitley Bay or exploring churches for the first time, most welcome visitors to attend a Sunday service without any prior arrangement. The A Church Near You website covers Anglican churches and their service times, while Find a Church lists all denominations in the area. The Tynemouth Priory Partnership website has full details of Catholic Mass times across North Tyneside.