Shields To Kighthouse

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 8.95 km
  • ◔
    Calculated time: 2h 35 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Not specified
  • ⚐
    Return to departure point: No
  • ↗
    Vertical gain: + 12 m
  • ↘
    Vertical drop: - 35 m
  • ▲
    Highest point: 38 m
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 3 m
  • ⚐
    District: North Tyneside 
  • ⚑
    Start: N 55.00939° / W 1.45256°
  • ⚑
    End: N 55.06376° / W 1.45845°
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Description

Start the plot by indicating the starting point. If you know the exact car parking situation, please explain how to park.
If we can access the starting point with public transports, please explain the lines to use and share any useful informations.

(S) From here, describe the instructions to follow from the starting point.

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The plot has to end by the location where the walk finishes. If it is a loop please write (S/E) at the end of the description. If it is a one way route write (E).

Waypoints

  1. S : km 0 - alt. 38 m - Start near 3 Brightman Rd, North Shields NE29 0HP, UK
  2. 2 : km 0 - alt. 38 m - Walk north-east on Albion Rd W/A193 towards Brightman Rd
  3. 3 : km 0.34 - alt. 37 m - Walk north-east on Albion Rd/A193 towards Upper Camden St
  4. 4 : km 0.69 - alt. 33 m - Walk east on Tynemouth Rd/A193 towards King St
  5. 5 : km 1.25 - alt. 24 m - Walk east on Tynemouth Rd/A193 towards Tanners' Bank
  6. 6 : km 1.7 - alt. 30 m - Turn left
  7. 7 : km 1.71 - alt. 31 m - Walk north-east towards Tynemouth Rd/A193
  8. 8 : km 1.73 - alt. 31 m - Slight left onto Tynemouth Rd/A193
  9. 9 : km 2.01 - alt. 30 m - Walk north on Allendale Pl/A193 towards Front St
  10. 10 : km 2.03 - alt. 30 m - Turn right onto Front St
  11. 11 : km 2.3 - alt. 30 m - Walk north-east on Front St towards Pier Rd
  12. 12 : km 2.31 - alt. 30 m - Slight left onto East St
  13. 13 : km 2.41 - alt. 28 m - Turn right
  14. 14 : km 2.48 - alt. 14 m - Walk north-west
  15. 15 : km 2.52 - alt. 18 m - Turn left towards East St
  16. 16 : km 2.6 - alt. 27 m - Turn right onto East St
  17. 17 : km 2.61 - alt. 27 m - Slight right onto Sea Banks
  18. 18 : km 2.63 - alt. 26 m - Walk north-east on Sea Banks
  19. 19 : km 2.84 - alt. 21 m - Walk north on Sea Banks towards Percy Gardens
  20. 20 : km 2.93 - alt. 20 m - Slight left onto Percy Gardens
  21. 21 : km 3 - alt. 17 m - Walk west on Percy Gardens
  22. 22 : km 3.04 - alt. 19 m - Continue onto Grand Parade
  23. 23 : km 3.18 - alt. 23 m - Enter the roundabout
  24. 24 : km 3.21 - alt. 22 m - Walk north-west on Grand Parade
  25. 25 : km 3.46 - alt. 21 m - Walk north on Grand Parade
  26. 26 : km 3.71 - alt. 20 m - Enter the roundabout
  27. 27 : km 3.72 - alt. 20 m - Walk north on Grand Parade
  28. 28 : km 4.23 - alt. 16 m - Continue onto Beverley Terrace
  29. 29 : km 4.27 - alt. 16 m - Walk north on Beverley Terrace
  30. 30 : km 4.68 - alt. 17 m - At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Victoria Cres
  31. 31 : km 4.71 - alt. 17 m - Turn right
  32. 32 : km 4.77 - alt. 10 m - Walk north towards Victoria Cres
  33. 33 : km 4.81 - alt. 14 m - Turn right onto Victoria Cres
  34. 34 : km 5.05 - alt. 14 m - Continue onto Promontory Terrace
  35. 35 : km 5.07 - alt. 14 m - Turn right onto Norma Cres
  36. 36 : km 5.08 - alt. 14 m - Walk north-west on Norma Cres towards Promontory Terrace
  37. 37 : km 5.1 - alt. 14 m - Turn right onto Promontory Terrace
  38. 38 : km 5.19 - alt. 13 m - Continue onto Windsor Cres
  39. 39 : km 5.38 - alt. 15 m - Walk south-west on Windsor Cres
  40. 40 : km 5.4 - alt. 15 m - Sharp left
  41. 41 : km 5.47 - alt. 13 m - Turn left
  42. 42 : km 5.51 - alt. 13 m - Turn right
  43. 43 : km 5.52 - alt. 11 m - Turn left
  44. 44 : km 5.59 - alt. 14 m - Walk south-east
  45. 45 : km 5.62 - alt. 12 m - Sharp left
  46. 46 : km 5.78 - alt. 3 m - Turn left
  47. 47 : km 5.97 - alt. 3 m - Walk north-west
  48. 48 : km 6.1 - alt. 6 m - Turn left towards Promenade
  49. 49 : km 6.16 - alt. 14 m - Slight right onto Promenade
  50. 50 : km 6.33 - alt. 12 m - Turn right
  51. 51 : km 6.34 - alt. 12 m - Walk south-west towards Promenade
  52. 52 : km 6.34 - alt. 12 m - Turn right onto Promenade
  53. 53 : km 6.42 - alt. 11 m - Turn right
  54. 54 : km 6.49 - alt. 6 m - Continue straight
  55. 55 : km 6.72 - alt. 7 m - Walk north-west
  56. 56 : km 6.94 - alt. 9 m - Walk west towards Promenade/A193
  57. 57 : km 7.05 - alt. 12 m - Slight right onto The Links/A193
  58. 58 : km 7.36 - alt. 12 m - Walk north on The Links/A193 towards Ashfield Grove
  59. 59 : km 7.73 - alt. 10 m - Walk north on The Links/A193 towards St Mary's Ave
  60. 60 : km 8.2 - alt. 12 m - Slight left to stay on The Links/A193
  61. 61 : km 8.27 - alt. 12 m - Walk north on The Links/A193 towards 1
  62. E : km 8.95 - alt. 15 m

Useful Information

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Other walks in the area

Walking England Coast Path - Tynemouth Priory to South Shields

Walker
↔7.03 km ↗+21 m ↘-33 m ◔2h 05 ▲Easy
⚑Departure from North Tyneside (England)

This section of the England Coast path takes in some amazing views of the Tyne from both the south and north banks. It begins at the historic Tynemouth Priory, follows the quays along North Shields, taking the ferry across to South Shields affording some great views back across the Tyne to Tynemouth Priory at the end of the walk.

Walking Promenade at South Shields

Walker
↔4.47 km ↗+8 m ↘-8 m ◔1h 20 ▲Easy
⚑Departure from South Tyneside (England)

This short, flat walk is easy to do with children. It can be broken up with activities, but be aware there are no railings on the north side of the pier.

Walking England Coast Path - South Shields to Souter Lightouse

Walker
England Coast Path - South Shields to Souter Lightouse
↔5.03 km ↗+34 m ↘-23 m ◔1h 30 ▲Easy
⚑Departure from South Tyneside (England)

This section starts in the busy seaside town of South Shields and winds along the cliff tops to Souter Lighthouse (National Trust). The section starts on the South Shields promenade and then follows a gravel footpath suitable for cycles, wheelchairs and pushchairs. This then turns to a narrower footpath at Marsden roundabout, however there is an alternative pavement along the road for those who need a flatter surface.The route then passes Marsden Grotto and final arrives at Souter Lighthouse.

Walking St Paul's to Leam Lane - Bede's Way

Walker
↔2.89 km ↗+10 m ↘-7 m ◔0h 50 ▲Easy
⚑Departure from South Tyneside (England)

Bede's way is a walk linking the twin monastic sites of St Paul's in Jarrow and St Peter's at Monkwearmouth in Sunderland. The walk is split into 6 easily walked sections which can be walked individually or all together. So why not follow in the footsteps of pilgrims and explore the North East's religious heritage. This the 1rst section begins at St Paul's and follows the River Don.

Walking Jarrow to Boldon - Way of Learning

Walker
↔7.05 km ↗+19 m ↘-6 m ◔2h 05 ▲Easy
⚑Departure from South Tyneside (England)

The Way of Learning is one of the Northern Saint's Trails and connects several historic centres of learning across the North East. This 1rst section begins at the historic St Paul's Church, the site of the monastery where St Bede lived and studied. The first part of the Way of Learning follows the same route as Bede's Way so look for either marker on the way.

Walking The Way of Learning - Jarrow to Durham

Walker
↔63.96 km ↗+469 m ↘-419 m ◔5 days ▲Difficult
⚑Departure from South Tyneside (England)

This hike is one of the Northern Saints' Trails starting at the monastery site and church of St Paul in Jarrow, famous for St Bede, following the Bede's Way and then passing the University of Sunderland, the twin church of St Peter, Penshaw Monument, before continuing to Chester-le-Street, the ruined Finchale Priory and finishing at Durham Cathedral.

Walking Bede's Way

Walker
Bede's Way
↔30.12 km ↗+70 m ↘-78 m ◔6 days ▲Easy
⚑Departure from South Tyneside (England)

Bede's way is a 12 mile walk linking the twin monastic sites of St Paul's in Jarrow and St Peter's at Monkwearmouth in Sunderland. The walk is split into 6 easily walked sections which can be walked individually or all together. So why not follow in the footsteps of pilgrims and explore the North East's religious heritage.

Walking Leam Lane to Boldon - Bede's Way

Walker
↔4.25 km ↗+13 m ↘-3 m ◔1h 15 ▲Easy
⚑Departure from South Tyneside (England)

Bede's way links the twin monastic sites of St Paul's in Jarrow and St Peter's at Monkwearmouth in Sunderland. The walk is split into 6 easily walked sections which can be walked individually or all together. So why not follow in the footsteps of pilgrims and explore the North East's religious heritage. This 2nd section begins at Leam Lane and ends at Boldon following the River Don Path.

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