Attractions
Souter Lighthouse
This famous landmark was the world's first to be built to be powered by electricity.
South Shields Museum
Discover South Tyneside's past at this free museum in the heart of South Shields Town Centre.
Jarrow Hall
Discover Jarrow Hall's Anglo-Saxon Farm, Village and Bede Museum.
Ocean Beach Pleasure Park
Enjoy the thrills at North East England's only seaside funfair in South Shields.
Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort
Arbeia is one of the UK's most important archaeological sites.
South Marine Park
Enjoy some family fun, a railroad ride or relaxation in our beautiful seafront park in South Shields.
North Marine Park
Enjoy some family fun or relaxation in our beautiful South Shields seafront park.
The Word, National Centre for the Written Word
Find out more about this fantastic cultural venue at the heart of South Shields.
The Dunes
Fun for all the family at this great entertainment venue at South Shields seafront.
Love Exploring App
Discover games and trails in South Tyneside with the Love Exploring App.
J Barbour & Sons
South Tyneside is home to one of the most famous brands in the world - J Barbour & Sons. Pick up a bargain at the Barbour factory outlet!
Haven Point
Haven Point is a fantastic, family friendly leisure complex and is located at the heart of the seafront.
The Customs House
Enjoy the theatre, cinema and much more at one of the leading cultural venues in the North East.
St Paul's Church and Monastic Site
St Paul's Church, once the home of the Venerable Bede, has been a place of Christian prayer and worship for over 1300 years.
Smuggler's Cove Adventure Golf
Ahoy there mateys! Be yee brave enough to tackle our 12 hole miniature golf course?
Laserforce at Quasar Amusements
Take up the challenge of this fun game at South Shields seafront.
South Shields Volunteer Life Brigade
One of the very first voluntary life brigades in the country was the South Shields Volunteer Life Brigade.