Mid-size rock and live music venue in Whitley Bay
Last updated: 17 July 2026
Mid-size rock and live music venue in Whitley Bay
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Photo: GooglePlayhouse Whitley Bay Marine Avenue
Seafront
Whitley Bay NE26 1LZ
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Playhouse Whitley Bay is a grassroots music venue in Seafront, Whitley Bay with a standing capacity of approximately 250. Bring your own PA, mics and instruments.
Playhouse Whitley Bay books Rock, Indie, Comedy, Theatre acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Whitley Bay venue directory.
Playhouse Whitley Bay is a mid-size venue with a standing capacity of 600. Hosts rock, indie, comedy and theatre. PA and engineer provided.
Marine Avenue, Seafront, Whitley Bay, NE26 1LZ
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