On a shoestring

Saturday

  • There's a great programme of events that take place throughout South Tyneside, many of which are free! Check out our What's On for more info!
  • Find out about South Tyneside's past, admire the art, take in the latest exhibits and see the creepy crawlies at South Shields Museum & Art Gallery.
  • Explore Arbeia Roman Fort and see how Roman soldiers lived.
  • Walk through North Marine Park and along South Shields promenade taking in the beautiful views.
  • Grab a bargain with a theatre ticket and meal deal at The Customs House.

Sunday

  • Let the kids have loads of fun in the play areas, ride the miniature steam train and row a boat on the lake in South Marine Park.
  • Grab some tokens and test your nerves on the rides at Ocean Beach Pleasure Park.
  • Enjoy a lunch of fish and chips.
  • Have a swashbuckling game of crazy golf at Smugglers Cove.
  • Spend the rest of the day building sand castles on the beach, and treat yourself to an ice cream!