South Tyneside is a popular coastal area on the South banks of the River Tyne with stunning cliff tops and award winning beaches as well as awe-inspiring Roman and maritime history. Journey back to Roman times at Arbeia Roman Fort, learn about Anglo-Saxon history at Bede's World, visit a keeper's cottage at Souter Lighthouse or explore beautiful sandy beaches and enjoy traditional seaside fun at the lovely resort of South Shields.
As you would expect from a buzzing seaside resort there is a wealth of places to eat, drink and stay, plus getting about is easy thanks to excellent transport links via the Metro to NewcastleGateshead and Sunderland. This is an ideal destination for families looking to sample traditional seaside fun.

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