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Marsden Beach
205 reviews
#1 of 10 Outdoor Activities in South Shields
"We managed to reach the rock as it was low tide and it was amazing to climb around the
caves
and see the rock formations, erosion, sea life taking advantage of all the holes and pools created."
"this is a beautiful place to visit this is on my doorstep and spend many a day at this
beautiful beach
, the grotto is built out of caves and has a lot of history ,they have just opened rooms up for people to stay..."
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Sandhaven Beach
42 reviews
#2 of 10 Outdoor Activities in South Shields
"Sandhaven is a beautiful
clean beach
, with fantastic views and perfect for walking our dogs."
"Absolutely great beach for kids and family’s, it is very spacious and plenty of places to
park
."
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South Shields Surf School
9 reviews
#3 of 10 Outdoor Activities in South Shields
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Littlehaven Beach
5 reviews
#4 of 10 Outdoor Activities in South Shields
"There’s also a minchella’s at the southern end of the
car park
for beverages and ice creams."
"I go to it because it’s right next to the
car park
where I usually park."
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South Shields Golf Club
10 reviews
#5 of 10 Outdoor Activities in South Shields
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North East Adventures
8 reviews
#6 of 10 Outdoor Activities in South Shields
"The lads really put us at ease about going out on the water and taught us a lot about
kayaking
, the various seabirds and seaweed 😀 We were out on the water for over two hours both in the harbour then around the m..."
"We booked a
coasteering
session with North East Adventures for my birthday and were guided by Lee who was a great laugh, and made the day memorable for us all!"
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Whitburn Golf Club
5 reviews
#7 of 10 Outdoor Activities in South Shields
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Aquanorth Diving Centre
3 reviews
#8 of 10 Outdoor Activities in South Shields
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North Lizard Riding School
3 reviews
#9 of 10 Outdoor Activities in South Shields
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Simonside Outdoor Adventure
1 review
#10 of 10 Outdoor Activities in South Shields
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These places are best for outdoor activities in South Shields:
Marsden Beach
Sandhaven Beach
Littlehaven Beach
South Shields Surf School
North East Adventures
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