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South Shields is
a port town on
the south side
of the mouth of
the River Tyne.
Its heritage
lies in that of
shipbuilding and
seafaring. It
has a bustling
town centre with
an excellent
selection of
shops and a
popular open-air
market held four
times a week in
its traditional
town square.
At the mouth of
the River Tyne
is Littlehaven
Beach which
offers excellent
water sports and
fishing
facilities,
whilst the South
Shields sea
front of
Sandhaven Beach
is a long golden
sandy beach
backed by
rolling dunes.
The Ocean Beach
Amusement Park
is a popular
family day out
with fair ground
rides for all
ages. |

Trow Point, South Shields - Photo:
Marie
CCL |