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Around the Region
South Tyneside is located in the heart of the North East of England and is an ideal base from which to explore the region’s many attractions.
South Tyneside sits between the vibrant cities of NewcastleGateshead and Sunderland and over the River Tyne from the North Tyneside resorts of Whitley Bay and Tynemouth.
About a fifteen-minute drive away from South Tyneside you can experience the extensive nightlife and cultural attractions of NewcastleGateshead. Discover the architecture of the bustling streets, cross the stunning Gateshead Millennium Bridge, and enjoy cutting edge art at the BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art. A must for shopping enthusiasts is Gateshead’s MetroCentre, the largest shopping & leisure centre in Europe.
From the South Tyneside resort of South Shields you can quickly hop on the ferry across the River Tyne and discover the attractions of North Tyneside. Visit Tynemouth Priory, overlooking the mouth of the Tyne, explore Segedunum Roman Fort or take a splash at Wet n Wild.
Following the stunning South Tyneside coastline a few miles south you will come to the city by the sea, Sunderland where you can enjoy a visit to The National Glass Centre or get closer to nature at the Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens.
The beautiful city of Durham is within a 30-minute drive of South Tyneside and will captivate you with its majestic Cathedral and Castle. Nearby Beamish, The North of England Open Air Museum, will bring to life the rich heritage of the area.
Heading north from South Tyneside you will quickly be able to discover the beautiful Northumberland Coast, the inspirational Alnwick Gardens and Castle and the famous Hadrian’s Wall.
For further information on places to visit in NewcastleGateshead, Sunderland and North Tyneside please visit www.visitnewcastlegateshead.co.uk.
For further information on the North East of England please visit www.visitnortheastengland.com.
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