The Customs House is South Tyneside's premier arts centre offering great art and entertainment for all. Our website will give you all the information you need to book a show, visit the gallery or see a film. You can also get involved with our community activities including Samba Drumming, Hip Hop Dancing and Choral Singing. Take time to find out about the positive work we do delivering national initiatives to communities in North and South Tyneside by clicking on Cultural Development and if you are planning a celebration visit our events link to see how we can play our part. And kids, don’t forget to visit Tommy’s page! There’s so much to do and see so get involved and start clicking.
The big ballet is an ensemble of 16 Corps de Ballet dancers each weighing no less that 17 stones who are united in a common cause, celebrate the great ballet and not lose a single pound at the same time. For event information visit www.customshouse.co.uk
Enjoy a glittering display at South Shields seafront and see a spectacular display of fireworks illuminate the sky with colour and sparkle in a safe and organised environment.
The worlds biggest half mile marathon takes runners along a 13.1 mile course from the centre of Newcastle to the coastal finish of South Shields.
South Tyneside is blessed with gorgeous, award winning sandy beaches that stretch from the mouth of the Tyne at South Shields to Trow Rocks more than a mile away. The magnificent coastline has been fashioned by storms and unconquerable seas. Here you'll find an abundance of wildlife, hidden coves, twisting cliff top paths and cycleways and pioneering lighthouse.
For more information, please visit www.customshouse.co.uk or www.visitsouthtyneside.co.uk