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About Whitburn, South Tyneside

Whitburn perches on limestone cliffs between Sunderland and South Shields, reached via the A183 coast road. This former pit village offers dramatic sea views and connects easily to Newcastle (12 miles) via the A194(M). The exposed clifftop location means bracing North Sea winds year-round, whilst the village green is dominated by the elegant Georgian facade of Whitburn Lodge.

Where is Whitburn, South Tyneside on the map?

Whitburn, South Tyneside is in England, at 54.953, -1.369 - about 8 km north of Sunderland, Sunderland.

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The closest airport to Whitburn, South Tyneside is Newcastle International Airport, 35 km (about 55 min by car). Other airports nearby: Teesside International Airport.

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