​📢 UPDATE 02/02/2026: NORTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL HAVE CANCELLED THEIR PROPOSALS FOR WHITLEY BAY PLAYHOUSE CAR PARKING FEES! VISIT WWW.WHITLEYBAYCHAMBER.CO.UK FOR FULL DETAILS! As many of you know, we’re incredibly proud to run Hamiedog Menswear here in Whitley Bay. We love our town, our stunning coastal views, and, most importantly, the amazing community that supports our local independent shops. However, there’s some news from North Tyneside Council that deeply concerns us. What's Happening?...

In today’s world, it’s easy to get caught up in the hype around social media influencers. They often seem like the go-to choice for promoting products and services. Yet, many businesses, including ours, choose a different path. We believe that real customers sharing honest experiences offer far more value than influencers who might only be motivated by payment or perks. This post explains why authenticity matters and how genuine customer voices build stronger connections and trust. Why...

2026 is here and we would like to wish you all a very prosperous one. Running an independent business like ours over the last 12 months has not been without ita challenges, and most recently we have had the added pressure of shoplifters and fraudulent payments made... But we won't let this stop us! We have lots of plans ahead for the next 12 months and we will let you know about them as soon as we can. Our website is now available for online orders once more and our physical shop in Whitley...