Strategically situated on the south bank of the Tyne Estuary, South Shields became famous for shipyards, coalmines, saltpans and glassmaking, all of which achieved major importance until the last shipyard closed in 1984, the last pit in 1991, when it had the highest unemployment rate in mainland Britain. A fierce Celtic tribe, Brigantes, were the earliest inhabitants of the town, which they named Caer Urfa meaning ‘fortified place’. On the Lawe Top, overlooking the Tyne, stands a large Roman fort, Arbeia, founded around 120AD containing the only permanent granaries yet found in Britain. Long associated with a community of Yemeni merchant seamen, referenced by the colloquial term ‘sandancer’, Arbeia means ‘fort of Arab troops’. King Oswald often visited due to the strong fort and strategic military position, his son Oswin, born in South Shields and granted 15 acres of land on which, in 647AD a nunnery was built at St.Aidan’s request but which was later burned to the ground by Danish raiders. The Vikings’ influence on the culture and language of the town can still be identified to this day. Home to the first electrically-powered lighthouse and the first self-righting lifeboat, South Shields’ extensive beaches stretch for miles, along the Leas to Marsden Bay, now protected by the National Trust and home to one of the country’s largest seabird colonies.
Attraction
Arbeia Roman Fort and Museum
Leas and Marsden Rock
Ocean Beach Pleasure Park
Pier Amusements Centre
Sandhaven Beach
Souter Point Lighthouse
South Shields Museum and Art Gallery
Budget
Annie's Guest House *book online*
Athol House *book online*
Athol House *book online*
Once upon a Tyne *book online*
Premier Inn South Shields *book online*
Prestige Hotel *book online*
Camping
Lizard Lane Caravan & Camping Site
Sandhaven Caravan & Camping Park
Care Home
Chichester Court Care Home
Grosvenor Lodge
Harton Grange Care Home
Classes
Club
Opus & EscapeRoxanne
Council
South Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council
Dentist
Dr B Donoghue & Associate
Mr DJ White & Partners
Mr M J Gill & Associates
Doctor
Central Surgery
Dr Muchall & Partners
Dr Perrins & Partners
Dr Sandbach & Partners
Riverside Practice
Estate Agent
Andrew McLean
Colin Lilley
Park Estates
Pattinson Keith Ltd
Reliance Property Services
Wheldon Houlsby & Scott
Golf Club
South Shields Golf Club
Whitburn Golf Club
Health and Fitness Club
SpringHealth Leisure ClubMarket
Performing Arts
Pub and Bar
Ashley
Bee Hive Inn
Dolly Peel
General Havelock
Jester
New Ship
Steamboat
The Alum Ale House
Self-Catering
St Vincent Self Catering Holiday Flat
Solicitor
Hannay & Hannay
PGS Law
Thompsons Solicitors
Taxi
Bridgeway Taxis
Dial A Cab
Marsden Taxis
Station Taxis
Westoe Taxis
Theatre
Vet
Sports Clubs
Westoe Rugby Football Club (Rugby Union)
Shops
Valentines
Boots
Haswell's Pets & Gardens
Nook Pet & Gardens Supplies
Chichester Pet Stores
Hogg Chemists Ltd
S Walton
James Hedley
Riddicks
B&Q
Specsavers
Blush Dance
Elegant Fashions
Village Photography
River Island
BHS
Antiques
North East Militaria & Surplus
Activities
South Shields Quasar(Adventure)
Dunes Bowl(Bowling)
Places to Stay near South Shields
Once upon a Tyne (0.09 miles)
Set in the heart of South Shields, this dynamic hotel offers comfort, mod cons and a range of sporting activities. A short walk the beaches and at the centre of the North ... More
Seabreeze Guesthouse (0.18 miles)
Seabreeze Guest House offers friendly, clean and comfortable accomodation in South Shields. This non-smoking guest house overlooks Ocean Road and offers many comforts and facilities, there is ample free public ... More
Elmswood Guest House (0.18 miles)
Annie's Guest House (0.21 miles)
Annie's is just a few minutes walk from local recreation parks and beaches - and a ... More | visit website
Forest Guest House (0.23 miles)
Athol House (0.27 miles)
This homely guest house is situated in the coastal town of South Shields in Tyne and Wear, which boasts 6 miles of coastline and a beautiful pier at the mouth of ... More
Athol House (0.27 miles)
We offer a friendly service and a ... More | visit website
Douglas Vaults Hotel (0.29 miles)
Enjoy a relaxing stay in the comfort of our stylish hotel rooms overlooking the market square. There is no hotel newer or closer to the town centre we are literally ... More
Britannia Guesthouse (0.36 miles)
Best Western Sea Hotel (0.52 miles)
Ideally placed for Sunderland and Tyneside, the Sea Hotel is within easy reach of the A1 and A19.
The hotel offers free wireless Wi-Fi access, bars refurbished in 2006, bedrooms redecorated in ... More
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