(S) Start at Souter Lighthouse and pick up the England Coast Path behind the lighthouse or alternatively follow the pavement beside the road. Continue along the coastal path until you reach the bird hide.
(1) There is a path here to the houses and main road (not accessible from the main roadside footpath, you will be walking through Whitburn itself). Continue along the coastal path until you reach the artwork Finn's Labyrinth.
(2) Whitburn beach can be accessed here (not accessible from the main roadside footpath). Continue along the coastal path until you reach the car park. Walk along the access road behind the buildings where you will find a paved footpath.
(3) This will become a promenade. If you have been following the main path through Whitburn you will rejoin the England Coast Path here. Continue along here until you reach the Seaburn Hotel and roundabout.
(4) The promenade splits here into two, the lower promenade leads to the beach, there are steps at the end here to get back to the main footpath or continue along the beach tide permitting. Those unable to use the steps should take the paved footpath along the top of the cliffs. Continue to the bridge at Roker Park.
(5) Cross the bridge, turn left and go down the steps. For those unable to use the steps, cross the road and enter Roker Park. You will find access to the ramp which goes under the bridge to the seafront. You should now be on Marine Walk. Turn right and walk along the promenade until you reach the pier.
(6) If you wish, walk along the pier. When you have reached the lighthouse retrace your steps. Continue to walk to the car park at the end of the promenade. To catch a bus back to the start of the walk, walk up the road behind the car park (Pier View) to the Roker Hotel, you will need bus E1. (E)