Sport & Leisure in South Shields
Sports clubs, gyms, swimming lessons, fitness classes and leisure centres in and around South Shields.
Upcoming Events
View all →South Shields v Chester
3:00 PM · Wolf Competitions Stadium
Adults £18 to £20, concessions and juniors cheaperSouth Shields v Southport
3:00 PM · Wolf Competitions Stadium
Adults £18 to £20, concessions cheaperHebburn Town v South Shields (Boxing Day derby)
3:00 PM · The Trustmark Group Stadium
Matchday admission — see club websiteWhitley Warriors v Kirkcaldy Kestrels
5:00 PM · Whitley Bay Ice Rink
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The Great North Run Finish: A South Shields Race-Day Guide
South Shields is where the world's biggest half marathon ends. Your complete guide to the finishing straight on the seafront, the Red Arrows, getting to town on race day, meeting your runner and where to celebrate afterwards.
Best Summer Sports Camps in South Shields
From council football camps at Temple Park and Haven Point to South Shields FC Foundation coaching, surf clubs on Sandhaven and gymnastics at Temple Park, a parent's guide to booking the remaining weeks of the summer holidays.
Local Places
Full directory →South Shields Westoe RFC
Sports & LeisureThe town's rugby union club, playing at Wood Terrace off Dean Road with senior, junior and mini sections and a clubhouse available for hire.
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.