The century-old South Pier Lighthouse and Pier in South Shields was hit by Storm Babet in October, which saw its dome ripped off by strong winds. The site remains closed to the public, with a ...

A record 1,500 people have signed up for the race from South Shields to Sunderland A pier to pier race, which bans people from using roads or footpaths, has sold out in record time. More than ...

At 5.42pm, they were summoned to a report of a woman in the sea at South Shields Pier. An SSVLB statement said: "As the first team member arrived, they were being held onto by members of the public.

The North and South piers, in Tynemouth and South Shields, sustained severe damage ... as well as both lighthouses, with the South Pier lighthouse losing its roof entirely. Keep up to date with ...