South Shields is a good shout well supported side would be a tough game but the joys of Tynemouth and Whitley Bay for the weekend would be worth it lots of decent beer to be found.
South Shields is a bit of a shithole. So if you’re looking for smart bars and craft beers you’ll be disappointed.
However, if you’re up for a cheap curry head for Ocean Road where you can fill your boots (The Spice Garden was always our favourite).
If you want to check out Tynemouth and Whitley Bay, fine! But you’ll have to either get the ferry across, use the pedestrian tunnel or head back into Newcastle then out again.
Sunderland is actually easier to get to, and that’s an even bigger shithole!
If you’re staying over stay in Newcastle and get the Metro out to Shields for the game and come straight back (or go for a curry then go back). It’s not a place that comes alive after dark.
