North Shields

North Shields is a town on the north bank of the River Tyne, in the metropolitan borough of North Tyneside, in North East England. It is located eight miles east of Newcastle upon Tyne.

Related Topics:
North Shields - River Tyne - North Tyneside - North East England - Newcastle upon Tyne

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Traditional industries in the town include fishing and shipbuilding.

Related Topics:
Fishing - Shipbuilding

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The town has recently undergone an extensive regeneration programme which has seen the revitalisation of the redundant docks. The Wet 'n' Wild indoor water park, an outlet shopping centre, and a marina form the centrepiece to the 'Royal Quays'. Similarly, major regeneration of the Fish Quay to the south of the town centre has included the construction of luxury apartments and the conversion of existing buildings into restaurants and bars. The North Shields Fish Quay is home to an annual festival to celebrate the history of the importance of the fishing industry to the town's history.

Related Topics:
Regeneration programme - Docks - Water park - Outlet shopping centre - Marina - North Shields Fish Quay

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The Stephenson Railway Museum is located here.

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