Seafront-edge parking for Marine Avenue and theatre
Old Hartley Car Park at the eastern end of Whitley Bay offers 60 tarmac baysincluding four accessible spacesmanaged by North Tyneside Council. Pay-and-display applies MonSat 08:0018:00 (£1/day via machine or RingGo); free outside hours. The site features CCTV, LED lighting, and direct pedestrian access to the Marine Avenue promenade, the Playhouse theatre, and local cafés. Regular patrols ensure safety and clear markings.