South Shields (Sandhaven) Beach
Beach Type:
Sand
Facilities
Firstaid, Restaurant, Campsite, Cafe, Slipway, Pedalo, Disability, Toilets
Activities
Fishing, Windsurfing, Surfing, Swimming, Canoeing, Canoeing, Jetskiing, Kites
Nature and Wildlife
Local coastal walks. South tyneside heritage trail. Guided Walks. The beach is good for bird watching; in particular sanderlings which over winter at the beach. Seals and dolphins occasionally sighted.
Nature and Wildlife
Paid Parking Zones /
Parking information
Excellent
Lifeguard information
Yes
Cleaning and Litter
Cleaned daily from May to September by dedicated Foreshore Cleansing squad. Litter and Dog bins present.
Dog Information
Seasonal dog ban on nothern half of the beach 1st May to 30th September.
Beach Awards and Information
Blue Flag Beach
Quality Coast Award
Marine Conservation Society Recommended
Where is South Shields (Sandhaven) Beach?
South Tyneside / South Shields
A1M and A19 link up to the A194 for an easy route into South Shields
Local rapid transport system Metro with easy links to Newcastle and Sunderland. Links to Newcastle Airport and Central Station. South Shields Ferry provides links to North Shields and International North Sea Ferrys. citysightseeing.co.uk
Tourist Information for South Shields (Sandhaven) Beach
Foreshore TIC. Elevated Walkway. Sea Road. South Shields.NE33 2LD Tel 0191 4557411 www.visitsouthtyneside.co.uk