Walking & Hiking Trips to Souter Lighthouse

The lighthouse at Souter Point was the most advanced in the world when it was built in 1871. Take time out from this spectacular coastal walk to climb the tower and visit the Victorian keeper’s cottage, explore the adjacent coastline or visit Arbeia Roman Fort and Museum, just along the coast at South Shields.

Souther Lighthouse overlooks the cliffs of Marsden Bay, high above the rocks and notorious currents of the 'Whitburn Steel' that have wrecked dozens of ships and claimed the lives of many mariners.

You can explore the lighthouse, starting in the Engine Room. Learn about how lighthouses work through video, displays and a variety of navigational equipment. See the cramped living quarters and climb the seventy six steps to the top of the tower to enjoy wide views of the coastline, from the mouth of the Tyne to the Tees. Or you can enjoy the same view without leaving the ground floor by operating the remote controlled CCTV.

After enjoying refreshments in Souter's own tea-room, you can walk the cliff top paths along The Leas, see the changing moods of the seascape below, and watch the seabirds on the cliffs and around the great sea-stack of Marsden Rock. Dogs on leads are welcome on The Leas. Please use 'pooper scoopers' - bins provided.

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