Official South Tyneside Council

Come along to South Shields Market every weekend and see what the Market has to offer at the Friday Flea Market and Traditional Saturday Markets. The market is open every Friday and Saturday from 9am to 3pm.

Are you a parent or carer with experience of Children and Family Services in South Tyneside? Join us at our next Let’s Talk Children’s Services listening event. 📅Fri 27 Mar 🕙 10am-1pm 📍The Sea Hotel, South Shields. To book a place email helen.chart@southtyneside.gov.uk

We’re planning new investment in our town centre market stalls using funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), which comes to a close this year. Traders have told us they welcome this work. More updates will follow once the new stalls are in place. #SouthTyneside

🛝We’re delighted to share that improvement works will be starting soon at Cornthwaite Park. This investment will bring a number of upgrades across the park, including updated playground equipment making the park more welcoming. We’ll keep you updated! #SouthTyneside

Get Support with Everyday Expenses If rising costs are making things feel harder right now, our free Lightning Reach portal can help you find financial support you may be eligible for, all in one place. Find out more at: southtyneside.gov.uk/lightningreach #SouthTyneside

We offer flexible working, access to the Tyne and Wear pension, competitive salaries and bespoke training to help you on your career journey - so join our fantastic team today! southtyneside.gov.uk/article/1013/V…

Young people aged 5-16 (and up to 18 SEND) who are in receipt of benefit-related free school meals are entitled to a range of FREE activities through the Spring HAF programme - so check your eligibility and book now! 📅 From Tues 7 – Sat 18 April southtyneside.gov.uk/holidayclub

South Tyneside and Gateshead have been confirmed as one of the Government’s new Place Based Budget pilot areas. A major national programme focused on giving young people the best possible start. Read the full story ow.ly/vVWY50YvMkA

More rapid EV chargers are coming to South Tyneside! New units at South Shields Foreshore (seafront), with more on the way at Jarrow Focus, will help drivers charge up faster and make it easier to choose cleaner, greener travel. Read more ow.ly/PWPi50YvHVy #SouthTyneside

📢 Following the introduction of an Article 4 Direction in Nov to help manage the spread of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), the Council confirmed the measure. This means all new HMOs will now require planning permission. Find out more:ow.ly/ZJ9S50YvHK7

Hundreds of children can now look forward to fun activities this spring with the return of the FREE Holiday Activities and Food programme! Tues 7 – Sat 18 April 2026 Bookings go live Wednesday 18 March from 3.30pm via Plinth. southtyneside.gov.uk/article/17754/…

Construction has officially begun on a new BMX pump track in West Park, South Shields, transforming four unused tennis courts into a high‑quality facility for riders of all ages and abilities. Read more 👉ow.ly/ZRos50Yvj6K #SouthTyneside

Recent changes to the ward boundaries in South Tyneside mean that all 54 seats on the Council are up for election this year. You can vote for up to 3 candidates on the ballot paper at the elections on 7 May. Use your vote. This is your chance to choose who represents you.

Stay Updated on Road & Street Works Want to know what roadworks are happening across South Tyneside? View maps, timings and detailed updates before you travel You can find live, up‑to‑date information on planned works, closures and diversions by checking one.network.

🥬We’d like to give a huge thank you to our amazing volunteers who work tirelessly all year round to keep our borough clean, tidy and sustainable. Your efforts help protect our environment and support our communities every single day. 🌟

We’re investing in the future of independent living. Construction is underway on 219 new Extra Care apartments, designed to help older and disabled residents live independently for longer, with the support they need close to home. southtyneside.gov.uk/extracarescheme

Three Blue Plaques are set to be raised celebrating South Tyneside's people and places that have made a significant contribution to the Borough's rich history and heritage. Read more 👉ow.ly/Llij50YsOHy

South Tyneside Council is preparing to introduce the free hour of parking in South Shields Town Centre that was agreed as part of its annual review of fees and charges. This also included an increase to foreshore parking tariffs Read more👉 ow.ly/foEV50YsXVv #SouthTyneside

The Great British Spring Clean- International Rivers Event (11 March 2026) Our brilliant StreetScene team were on site supporting the event, removing the collected waste and helping tidy the area. We worked alongside Northumbrian Water to give the space a real boost. Thank You!

South Tyneside Council has appointed two new School Poverty Policy Officers to strengthen its work to help 'reduce the cost of the school day' and support families facing financial pressure. Read more ow.ly/UKOu50YsOu6 #SouthTyneside