South Shields Market
Long-running town market held in the historic Market Place. From July 2026 the Saturday market is run as a pilot by independent operator Local Heroes, with a refreshed line-up of local producers, independent traders, and street food alongside the existing stallholders.
About South Shields Market
South Shields Market is a long-running town market held in the historic Market Place, close to St Hilda's Church and the town centre. It has long been a fixture of local life, bringing traders and shoppers into the heart of the town. Following changes overseen by South Tyneside Council, the Saturday market is being run under a new operator arrangement, with the aim of refreshing the offer through a mix of local producers, independent traders and street food alongside the market's existing stallholders.
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Blog posts and guides that feature South Shields Market.
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Where to do your food shop in South Shields, from the big superstores at Coronation Street and Simonside to the Aldi and Lidl discounters, plus the town market.
The Lost Buildings of South Shields
From the Tyne Dock arches to grand seaside cinemas and the Ingham Infirmary, a tour of the South Shields landmarks that have vanished, and what stands there now.
The History of South Shields' High Street and Shopping Streets
How King Street, the Market Place and Ocean Road grew from Georgian fields into South Shields' shopping heart, and where the town centre is heading next.
What's On in South Tyneside: Festivals, Concerts and Events
From free-spirited seaside concerts at Bents Park to the finish line of the world's biggest half marathon, a guide to the annual events across South Tyneside, South Shields, Jarrow, Hebburn, Cleadon and the Boldons.
New Operator to Run South Shields Market from July
Independent operator Local Heroes takes on the Saturday market in the Market Place as a pilot from 4 July, with a refreshed line-up of independents and existing traders kept at its heart.
More Retail in South Shields
H. Sharp Butchers
A family butcher trading since 1865, now four generations on, selling quality meats and preparing bespoke orders for roasts and barbecues.
Faulkner's Deli
An independent delicatessen established in 1976 offering homemade pies, quiches, pastries and over-the-counter deli fare.
Lee's Family Bakers
A three-generation family bakery established in 1971, baking fresh bread, pastries, pies, cakes and made-to-order celebration cakes on the premises.
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South Shields Market
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM · Market Place, South Shields, NE33 1JF
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2:30 PM & 7:00 PM (Sat), 11:00 AM & 3:30 PM (Sun) · The Customs House, Mill Dam, South Shields, NE33 1ES