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UK & Ireland, England

Whitley Bay / St Mary's Island

Tidal foreshore Documented siteLegal to collect

What you could find

Reported finds from this shoreline.

AmberAmber

Also reported: Frosted whites, greens.

Photos via Wikimedia Commons: Wikited at English Wikipedia (Public domain).

Why this spot

1860-1925

Called the best beginner beach in Britain; consistent Tyneside industrial glass.

Before you go

Hazards noted for this site.

Causeway cut-off

Keep exploring nearby

More spots in this area.

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