Beach and water services
Port of Tyne
Traditionally, the Port of Tyne was famous for its coal exports but the radical changes in the UK's mining industry during the 1990's created an urgent need to diversify to remain viable.
Today, the results of a decade of development and £100 million of investment has culminated in being named Port Operator of the Year in the Lloyd's List London Awards 2008 and are clearly seen in the Port's five commercial business areas, its three rail terminals and its modern international cruise and passenger terminal building.
For more information please visit www.portoftyne.co.uk
Beach and foreshore
South Tyneside Council are responsible for the management of the foreshore including both Sandhaven and Littlehaven beaches.
Web: South Tyneside Accommodation and Visitor Guide
Tel: 0191 424 7989
Email: outdoor.facilities@southtyneside.gov.uk
Lifebelts
South Tyneside Council maintain Water Safety equipment including lifebelts and throw-lines at a number of Foreshore and Riverside locations.
If you notice any equipment missing or vandalised please contact the Events and Operations Unit on 0191 424 7989.
Locations
- Pelaw Quay
- Hebburn Marina
- Hebburn Riverside
- Jarrow Riverside
- Mill Dam
- Market Dock
- Littlehaven Housing
- Sandhaven Beach
Tel: 0191 424 7979
Email: outdoor.facilities@southtyneside.gov.uk
Water sports
Information
With our beautiful sandy coastline we have a fantastic range of water sports available.
For more information please visit www.visitsouthtyneside.co.uk/thingstodo/watersports.asp
Water sports licensing
Providers of certain adventure activities must undergo inspection of their safety management systems and become licensed.
More about Licensing
Tel: 0191 424 7949
Email: Licensing@southtyneside.gov.uk
