Coastline Fish and Chips

Fish and chips on the Blyth coast

Coastline Fish and Chips is a family-run business located on Links Road, in South Beach (Blyth, Northumberland), along the Northumberland coastline. The establishment combines a restaurant and takeaway service, with a recently refurbished 175-seat dining room overlooking the sea and a shared menu for both formats.

The company presents itself as a local landmark to which, it says, customers travel from all over the country. Its offering is based on cod and haddock from sustainable waters, the highest quality in-season potatoes and gluten-free options.

The Ciccarelli ice cream parlour

Within the Coastline restaurant is the Ciccarelli Parlour, a dedicated space for Ciccarelli brand artisan ice cream. The establishment describes this gelato as award-winning, made fresh every day and available in a wide variety of flavours, both for eating in and for takeaway.

Two decades in business and a local connection

The company states that it has been at the heart of its community for two decades. Over that time it says it has employed hundreds of local people, supported numerous charities and sports clubs, and introduced eco-friendly packaging, as well as taking part in environmental initiatives.

Surroundings and access

The restaurant is next to Blyth beach, a three-mile stretch of sand that runs from Blyth West Pier to the entrance of Seaton Sluice harbour. It can be reached by car or public transport, via the local bus network, and the company mentions future rail links.

Next to the premises there is free parking at the Mermaid car park, with 250 spaces including disabled parking and electric charging points. In the nearby dunes is Blyth Battery, the remains of a World War One coastal artillery battery refitted for use in World War Two, open to visitors from spring to autumn. The dunes along the shoreline are designated a Local Nature Reserve and are home to various plant species, rare migratory birds, reptiles and invertebrates.

Customer reviews

The site includes testimonials from visitors from Newcastle Upon Tyne, Blyth and Cramlington who highlight the quality and temperature of the fish, the variety of ice creams, the staff's attentiveness and the speed of service, even at busy times.

Location and contact

Coastline, Links Road, Blyth, Northumberland, NE24 3PL · Phone: 01670 797 428 · Email: coastlinefishandchips@gmail.com · Opening hours: Monday to Sunday: 09:00–20:00; restaurant last orders at 19:00