Hidden park just 30 minutes from major city is 'like going back in time'
Ask any North East native or resident with children to recommend a must-visit park - and one name will repeatedly come up: South Marine Park in South Shields. Nestled in a scenic spot by the seaside and just a stone's throw from the beautiful Sandhaven beach, South Marine Park is a location that many of us fondly recall from our childhood. It still evokes a sense of nostalgia for those strolling through it years later.
The North East boasts an array of stunning parks, many of which were awarded a Green Flag just last month. However, residents say there's something uniquely special about South Marine.
With the school summer holidays in full swing, and the small matter of tens of thousands flocking to the neighbouring Bents Park every Sunday for the South Tyneside Festival concerts, South Marine Park has seen a surge in visitors this year.
It's a hit with all ages, attracting families for a day out, as well as couples and adults seeking relaxation, unwinding, or a nostalgic trip down memory lane.
With its own steam train offering park tours, a lake for leisurely swan-shaped pedalo rides, and a charming bandstand, South Marine boasts features that many of its North East rivals can't. It also has the added perk of housing a branch of the legendary South Shields cafe, Toney Minchella, reports Chronicle Live.
The South Tyneside Council website's description of South Marine Park hits the nail on the head; it "holds a special place in the heart" of both locals and tourists. Surrounded by woodland, it offers a genuine retreat from the outside world, if only for a few hours.
And, if you fancy injecting some excitement after all the relaxation, Ocean Beach theme park is just across the road.
Trip Advisor reviews for South Marine Park speak volumes about its high regard, with one five-star reviewer declaring: "South marine park is by far the best." Echoing this sentiment, another wrote: "Worth a visit whatever your age".
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