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Chester le Street Group

We are the Chester-le-Street Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

South Shields with Fish & Chips  

A leisurely, 5 mile, mud free walk with lovely views of South Shields. We begin with a walk through South Marine Park, and try not to be tempted by an Ice Cream. Then head south through Bents park and the Sports ground before a slow ascent to the England Coast path to turn north. We have a gentle descent to reach Sandhaven Beach, below Trow point, and will then walk on firm sand. The view of Tynemouth Priory is stunning as we head further north, taking in the sights and sounds around us. At the end of the beach, we will head further north to Ballast Hill. There are quite a number of steps up to Ballast Hill, but we will take our time. On Ballast hill there are some interesting historic items to see as we head back through North Marine park to Ocean Road.

 

After the walk, there is the chance to enjoy delicious Fish & Chips at Colmans. So don't have too much ice cream in the park!

 

Thursday, 10 April 2025
Meeting time:
10:00 am
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NZ 27520 51928
Nearest postcode:
DH3 3UA
what3words:
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Meeting time:
10:00 am

9.50 am for 10.00am departure at The old Civic Centre car park, Chester le Street, DH3 3UA

Starting point

Grid reference:
NZ 36831 67387
Nearest postcode:
NE33 2NU
what3words:
steep.assume.wicked
Start time:
10:30 am

10.30am at the free car park just off Ocean Road, South Shields (behind Colmans Fish & Chips). The nearest postcode is NE33 2NU. What3words: steep.assume.wicked

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