Regeneration is continuing in South Shields Town Centre.

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Opening the cultural venue The Word and delivering a state-of-the-art Transport Interchange were major successes which have changed the face of South Shields, but increasing footfall is paramount. 

We have developed a Masterplan Vision setting out a framework for the future of the town centre over the next 10 years. 

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Over the last decade, the council has created the infrastructure and the conditions to generate private sector confidence to invest.

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The vision was developed following extensive consultation with residents, traders and visitors. It seeks to deliver a vibrant, attractive, and healthy town with a secure and sustainable future. A place where people want to live, work, study and socialise.

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It allows the council, partner organisations, landowners, investors and developers to work together to bring about further meaningful change.

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A key element of the town centre regeneration is the relocation of South Tyneside College and South Shields Marine School from their current Westoe site into the heart of the town centre.

This move will play a pivotal role in improving the town centre, increasing footfall and helping to support existing retailers and traders.

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The campus will also provide a new focal and social hub for students, residents, and visitors.

Councillor Tracey Dixon, leader of South Tyneside Council, said:

“Our regeneration ambitions are focused on diversifying the town centre so that it is not solely reliant on retail. This development is going to bring in thousands of additional people, boosting footfall and delivering a new sense of vitality.​

"We, and our partners at the college, are going to create a modern campus fit for the future, giving young people from across South Tyneside and beyond the skills they need to access jobs in leading industries such as the green economy."

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For further information visit Overview - South Tyneside Council

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