South Shields

South Shields is a coastal town in South Tyneside, Tyne and Wear, England on the south bank of the mouth of the River Tyne, with a population of about 90,000.

Transport

The Tyne and Wear Metro links South Shields to Newcastle and Sunderland city centres, and Newcastle Airport. There is a Metro station in South Shields town centre (on King Street), with further stations at Chichester, Tyne Dock and Brockley Whins. A new station is planned for Simonside.

Related Topics:
Tyne and Wear Metro - Newcastle - Sunderland - Newcastle Airport - South Shields - Chichester - Tyne Dock - Brockley Whins - Simonside

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There is a pedestrian ferry service connecting the town to North Shields, on the opposite bank of the Tyne.

Related Topics:
Ferry - North Shields - Tyne

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