South Shields Market

Address: Market Place, South Shields, NE33 1BH

Looking to bag a bargain?

There are plenty of great deals to be had at South Shields Market!

Enjoy browsing a variety of stalls in the friendly atmosphere at one of the oldest open-air markets in the North East.

The market is held in a traditional square with the eighteenth century old Town Hall at its heart.

It takes place just outside of The Word, with lots to see and do inside, including a fantastic shop packed full of lovely handcrafted items from the best crafts people from around the region.

Opening days and times

Markets are held every Friday and Saturday. The Monday market is closed until further notice. 

Fridays, 9am to 3pm - Friday & Flea market

Rummage through the curios, books and bric-a-brac at the flea market and second-hand stalls in the morning or visit the stalls selling fantastic brand-new items. 

Stalls selling brand-new items include: 

  • Budget Priced Merch - Merchandise from individual music artists to bands, TV & film
  • Collectable DVDs
  • Davy Milligan - Toys, artificial flowers, job lots & fancy goods
  • King's Records - Vinyls, CDs & DVDs
  • Liberty Catering - Refreshments
  • Naturally Doggielicious Treats - Supplying natural dog treats for your pets
  • Ready Steady Shoot Photography - Local photographs and prints from around the North East region
  • Signature Farm Meats - One of the leading butchers in the North East specialising in fresh meat produce
  • 'Trev' The Chocolate Man - Bargain chocolate / sweets and dog treats

These stalls operate alongside flea market & second-hand stalls. 

Saturdays, 9am to 3pm - Traditional market

Everything you would expect from a traditional market.

Stalls include: 

Information for market traders

Information for market traders is available on the South Tyneside Council website.

See South Shields Market: Information for traders.

Page last updated: July 2024