South Shields (pop. 87,125) is located 10mi/16km east of Newcastle-upon-Tyne on the North Sea at the mouth of the Tyne. This popular seaside resort has numerous landmarks and sites of interest including the reconstructed Roman Fort, Customs House theatre, Temple Park Leisure Centre, Souter Lighthouse and a traditional farmers market. South Shields also hosts an annual summer festival.
Souter Lighthouse is a National Trust property located in South Shields. This lighthouse opened in 1871 and was the first to be powered by alternating electrical current.
Souter Lighthouse in South Shields.
Address: Souter Lighthouse, Coast Road Whitburn, Sunderland SR6 7NH, England
Hours:
March 22 to November 2: 11am-5pm; Closed: Fri
Always opened on: Good Friday - Christian
Tips: Last admission 4:30 pm.
Parking: Free
Disability Access: Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.
The South Shields Museum and Art Gallery houses permanent and temporary exhibits of art and museum pieces that reflect local history. In a visit to the Catherine Cookson Gallery you will discover how land, river and sea have shaped South Tyneside.
Address: South Shields Museum and Art Gallery, Ocean Road, South Shields NE33 2JA, England
Hours:
April 1 to October 31: 10am-5:30pm; Sun:1pm-5pm
November 1 to March 31: 1pm-5pm; Closed: Sun
Always opened on: Easter Monday - Christian, Easter - Christian
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), Christmas - Christian (December 25), Day after Christmas, St Stephen's Day, Boxing Day (December 26)
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Souter Lighthouse, South Shields
