A Private and Intimate Venue Space for Funeral Wakes, Memorials and Celebrations of Life in Whitley Bay.
An exclusive private venue space in Whitley Bay, close to Whitley Bay, Preston and North Shields Crematorium for memorials, wakes and gatherings. Just a two minute walk from Whitley Bay Metro Station, for 40-120 people, with an outdoor terrace, space for music, memories, catering, speeches, tributes, and a private bar.
LOCATED ON WHITLEY ROAD, WHITLEY BAY
Very close to Whitley Bay Crematorium
Every life is different.
And we believe the gathering that honours and celebrates a life should be too.
At OXYGENIC, we offer a warm and welcoming space for funeral wakes, memorial gatherings and celebrations of life in Whitley Bay and North Tyneside.
Located close to Tynemouth Crematorium at Preston Cemetery in North Shields and just minutes from Whitley Bay Crematorium, OXYGENIC provides a more personal alternative to a traditional function room. With space for approximately 40 to 120 guests, family and friends can come together naturally to share stories, display photographs, play meaningful music, raise a glass and remember someone in a way that feels true to who they were.
Some gatherings are quiet and reflective, whereas others are filled with conversation, laughter and the sharing of memories.
Celebrations of life at OXYGENIC can adapt to both.
With exclusive venue hire, two bars, comfortable seating areas and a covered outdoor terrace, guests have the freedom to move throughout the venue and gather in a way that feels relaxed and informal.
Exclusive Venue Hire
Funeral wakes, memorial gatherings and celebrations of life are available with exclusive use of the venue.
The space includes:
• Exclusive use of OXYGENIC venue space
• Two bars and covered outdoor terrace
• Flexible seating and table layouts
• Space for photographs and memory displays
• Personal music and playlist options
• Capacity for approximately 40–120 guests
• Freedom to arrange your own catering or use our recommended local suppliers
FAQs
OXYGENIC is located on Whitley Road in Whitley Bay, just a short drive from Tynemouth Crematorium at Preston Cemetery in North Shields and close to Whitley Bay Cemetery, making it convenient for family and friends attending funeral services and memorial gatherings across North Tyneside.
OXYGENIC is suitable for gatherings of approximately 40–120 guests. We can arrange the space to suit both smaller and larger gatherings.
OXYGENIC offers a more relaxed and personal alternative to a traditional function room.
Rather than being confined to a single hall or function suite, guests can move throughout the venue, share stories, display photographs, play meaningful music and spend time together in a setting that feels warm, welcoming and genuine.
Every life is different. We believe the gathering that honours and celebrates it should be too.
Exclusive venue hire is £220 for gatherings of approximately 40–60 guests and £320 for larger gatherings of 60–120 guests.
Additional services can also be arranged, including catering recommendations, venue styling, memory tables, live music, and display areas for photographs and personal items.
Absolutely.
Many families choose to display photographs, create memory tables, play meaningful music, arrange speeches or tributes, and share memories in a way that reflects the life of the person being remembered.
We can also provide access to a microphone and sound system for music, readings, speeches and tributes.
No, you are welcome to have a drinks only reception if that is what you would prefer.
However, if you would like to offer food we can put you in touch with some of our preferred caterers who can arrange this for you.
Yes. Live music can be arranged if you would like to include it as part of the gathering.
We understand that arrangements are often made at short notice and will always do our best to accommodate your preferred date.
Yes. OXYGENIC has accessible toilet facilities and ramps available, providing access throughout the venue. If you have any specific accessibility requirements, please get in touch and we will be happy to help.
Yes. We are happy to arrange a viewing so you can see the space and discuss your requirements.
Just drop us a email here and we can check dates for you, and see how we can make this incredibly important gathering take shape for you.
A FINAL THOUGHT
Every family is different.
Every person we remember is different.
Whether you are planning a traditional funeral wake, a memorial gathering or a celebration of life, our aim is simple: to provide a space that feels welcoming, personal and true to the person being remembered.