Outdoors in South Shields
Walking routes, parks, cycling, running, nature spots, and family-friendly green spaces in and around South Shields.
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Where to Go Swimming in South Shields
From the 25-metre pool at Haven Point to open-water swimming at Littlehaven Beach, here is your complete guide to swimming in South Shields.
Dog-Friendly South Shields: The Complete Guide
Beaches, parks, pubs, and cafes — everything you need to know about exploring South Shields with your dog.
Best Walks from South Shields
Four coastal and park walks from South Shields, from the clifftop path along The Leas to Marsden Bay, to a seafront stroll from Littlehaven to Tynemouth. With distances, terrain notes, and tips for every route.
Free Things to Do in South Shields
Roman ruins, golden beaches, a world-class library, free summer concerts, and more — here are the best free things to do in South Shields.
Rainy Day Activities in South Shields
Swimming, soft play, bowling, a world-class library, and a cave bar — here is what to do in South Shields when the weather turns.
Birthday Party Venues in South Shields
From gymnastics and trampolining at Temple Park to surf parties on the beach, here are the best children's birthday party venues in South Shields.
Local Places
Full directory →South Marine Park
Sports & LeisureThe green heart of the South Shields seafront with a boating lake, the Lakeshore Railroad miniature steam railway, two play parks, gardens, and a bandstand.
Ocean Beach Pleasure Park
Sports & LeisureThe North East's biggest free-admission fun park with over 40 rides and attractions. Entry is free — you only pay for rides using contactless Fun Cards or wristbands.
Temple Park Centre
Sports & LeisureSouth Tyneside Council's flagship leisure centre with the largest fitness suite in the borough — close to 100 stations. Also offers swimming, badminton, squash, fitness classes, and function rooms.
The Gym South Shields
Sports & LeisureBudget 24/7 gym with no contract, open every day of the year. Memberships from around seventeen pounds a month with free fitness classes and on-site parking.
FitFam Gym
Sports & LeisureFamily-run independent gym focused on strength and conditioning, personal training, and sports massage therapy. Small group classes led by passionate coaches in a supportive environment.
Queen Street Fitness
Sports & LeisurePrivate personal training gym in the heart of South Shields town centre. Offers one-to-one sessions, group training, and classes with a full range of resistance machines, free weights, and cardio equipment.