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.