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A Guide to a Perfect Day Out in South Tyneside

If you find yourself south of the River Tyne, here is our perfect guide on how to spend your day from breakfast through to tea. 


🥓Breakfast

⏰Time: 9:00 AM

📍Location: Café at the House, 134 Laygate, South Shields, NE33 4JD

Start your day with some delicious breakfast at Café at the House, a yummy spot in South Tyneside.

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🚶‍♂️Walk: 54 minutes

Time: 10:30 AM

📍Location: Marsden Beach, South Shields, NE34 7BS

After breakfast take a long walk down the coast to see the beauty of Marsden Beach!


Coffee at Marsden Grotto

Time: 11:24 AM

📍Location: Marsden Grotto, Coast Rd, South Shields, NE34 7BS

Take a break, put your feet up, and have a coffee inside Marsden Grotto. Have a read about the Grotto’s rich history and learn how the cave transformed into a Legendary hotel, beach bar, and seafood restaurant.

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🚶‍♂️Walk: 50 minutes

Time: 12:30 PM

📍Location: Ocean Beach Pleasure Park, Sea Rd, South Shields, NE33 2LD

Spend some time at the Ocean Beach Pleasure Park playing in the arcades, and maybe even brave a ride! It’s a perfect spot for families, couples, or friends. Don’t forget to play Hook a Duck while you’re there. 🎢

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🍨Ice cream at Scoop and Bean

Time: 3:30 PM

📍Location: Scoop and Bean, Sea Rd, South Shields, NE33 2LD

Then stop for a sweet treat at Scoop and Bean after you visit the fairground. They have a range of flavours and are only a short walk away!

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🚶‍♂️Walk: 8 minutes

🍽️Tea at Italianish

Time: 4:30 PM

📍Location: Italianish, 118 Ocean Rd, South Shields, NE33 2JF

To end a lovely day, try Italianish, a highly rated Italian/Spanish-themed restaurant in South Shields! Perfect for a bite to eat before heading home.

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