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Sunderland Group

We are the Sunderland Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
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Overview

An approximate 7-8 mile moderate walk along the English Coastal Path from Roker to South Shields.

For those who want a shorter walk, there's an option of starting from Souter lighthouse and returning by bus

Wednesday, 10 January 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear

Check on bus availability nearer the walk date

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NZ 40846 58632
Nearest postcode:
SR6 0RH
what3words:
tips.basic.cloth
Start time:
10:30 am

Meet down on Roker Promenade. Various pay carparks around. At the time of writing, free car parking available on Harbour View, A183.

Finishing point

Grid reference:
NZ 37423 67472
Nearest postcode:
NE33 2LA
what3words:
desire.shade.nets
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm

Opposite the Boating Lake South Shields. Bus stops are nearby. If appropriate, bring your bus pass. For those who wish, from there we usually visit Colmans Fish Restaurant

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking