Sea Road, South Shields NE33 2LD England

Ocean Beach Pleasure Park Sea Road, South Shields NE33 2LD England

Free Admission amusement park located on the sea front in South Shields. Over 40 rides and attractions, amusement arcades, game stalls and more. Rides for young and old. Use our tap and pay Fun Cards to go on the rides - your credits don't expire so you only pay for what you want to go on. Great discounts online.

Baring Street, South Shields NE33 2BB England

Standing above the entrance to the River Tyne, Arbeia South Shields' Roman Fort guarded the main sea route to Hadrian's Wall. It was a key garrison and military supply base to other forts along the Wall and is an important part of the history of Roman Britain. Through the course of history Arbeia has had several guises; from the Roman Emperor's HQ for the Scottish invasion to a busy cosmopolitan port. It's hosted dramatic tales of murder, fire, and holds the key to ancient love stories. It was a huge supply base for the Roman army, home to 600 Roman troops and is said to be the birth place of the Northumbrian King Oswin. It's also a UNESCO World Heritage site with the finest full-scale Roman reconstructions in the country showcasing some of the most significant finds from that time. Step into the fort and immerse yourself in the world of the Romans right in the heart of South Shields. Explore inside the full-scale reconstructed Roman buildings including the West Gate, Commanding Off

Coast Road, South Shields NE34 7BS England

Theatre & Restaurant Mill Dam, South Shields NE33 1ES England

The Customs House is South Tyneside's premier arts centre offering great arts & entertainment for all. We are a theatre, cinema, gallery, cafe, wedding venue & a provider of cultural development services. Want to know more? Why not get in touch?

Souter Lighthouse Coast Road, South Shields SR6 7NH England

Opened in 1871, Souter was the first lighthouse in the world designed and built to be powered by electricity. Now owned by the National Trust, the iconic landmark stands on the coast between the Tyne and Wear. To the north, The Leas is 2.5 miles of magnesian limestone cliffs, beaches and wildflower rich grassland. Marsden Bay's cliffs and rock stacks are home to nesting seabirds. South of the lighthouse is Whitburn Coastal Park and Nature Reserve – reclaimed colliery land, now a haven for wildlife. Be sure to: climb the tower for great views, take a coastal walk for fresh air, cliff top scenery and wildlife watching, sample freshly made cakes and bakes, breakfast or lunch in the Lighthouse Café, discover the life of a lighthouse keeper, relax and play in the Foghorn Field. NB car parks are open daily for access to the coast (charges apply, free to National Trust members). The lighthouse is closed in winter, cafe hours differ. Please check National Trust website for details.

4 Ocean Road, South Shields NE33 2JA England

At the very heart of its community, South Shields Museum celebrates the rich heritage of South Tyneside and the people who shaped it. The building that South Shields Museum currently occupies has had a long and interesting past. It was constructed in 1860 as a home for the South Shields Literary, Mechanical and Scientific Institution. In 1873 the building became the town’s first free Public Library and Reading rooms and it opened as a museum in 1876. The museum is spread over two floors telling the story of the borough's social, industrial and maritime history from 4,000 years ago to the present day through a range of displays, exhibitions and nationally significant works of art. On the ground floor you can get closer to the collection and treasures of South Tyneside. There's also Creature Corner, home to our resident reptiles and insects, the shop and a small cafe, the Victorian Pantry, serving a range of hot and cold refreshments.

143 Marsden Lane, South Shields NE34 7HN England

45 Market Place, South Shields NE33 1JF England

The Word, National Centre for the Written Word is South Tyneside's state-of-the-art cultural venue which has a lot to offer! The building is brimming with exciting new experiences, activities and facilities for people of all ages to engage and enjoy. From the Digital Media Wall, to the FabLab - there is also an impressive, immersive storytelling experience in StoryWorld which hosts regular events over school holidays as well as interactive touch-tables, telescopes, Kids' Activity Area, Creative Play Area and a Gaming Zone. There is also a Shop/Visitor Information Centre and a Café. The building is home to 70,000 books as well as OpenZone, who provide digital learning and ICT to schools during term time. At its core The Word celebrates the written word in all its forms through a rolling programme of events, exhibitions and workshops and it also aims to become a home for north-east writers.

27 Mill Dam, South Shields NE33 1EQ England

The Dunes Sea Road, South Shields NE33 2LD England

Pier Parade, South Shields NE33 2JS England

South Shields England

12 Denmark Centre, South Shields NE33 2LR England

Sea Road, South Shields NE33 2LD England