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Overview

An approximate 7-8 mile moderate walk along the English Coastal Path from Roker to South Shields.

For those who want a shorter walk, there's an option of starting from Souter lighthouse and returning by bus led by Joan R

Wednesday, 8 January 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear

Check on bus availability nearer the walk date

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NZ 40767 58724
Nearest postcode:
SR6 0PR
what3words:
trash.salads.solid
Start time:
10:30 am

Meet down on Roker Promenade at the bungalow cafe, various pay carparks around.

Finishing point

Grid reference:
NZ 37423 67472
Nearest postcode:
NE33 2LA
what3words:
desire.shade.nets
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm

Opposite the Boating Lake South Shields. Bus stops are nearby. If appropriate, bring your bus pass. For those who wish, from there we usually visit Colmans Fish Restaurant

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking