Marsden Beach (South Shields)
Visit the second most popular beach running along the coast of the River Tyne, more suited for those of you who might prefer a beachside for its history or scientific significance.
Admire views of both the bay and the Marsden Rock, famously home to one of the most important seabird colonies in the UK with thousands of birds of all different varieties. Located just above this shingle beach is The Leas, a grassy plain that is a designated site of scientific interest, perfect for flying kites and cycling.
Why not venture along the bay into some of the dips and coves in the rock pools to catch some of the creatures lurking. The beach also has fabulous entertainment, with the Marsden Grotto pub being located right on the shoreline, reported to be Europe’s only ‘cave pub’.
