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​South Tyneside includes the towns of South Shields, Hebburn and Jarrow and the villages of Boldon, Cleadon and Whitburn.

​South Tyneside is a metropolitan borough located in Tyne and Wear, England. It shares borders with all four other boroughs in the area: Gateshead to the west, Sunderland to the south, North Tyneside to the north, and Newcastle upon Tyne to the northwest. Northumberland is just a bit further north. This borough came into existence on April 1, 1974, when the County Borough of South Shields merged with the municipal borough of Jarrow and the urban districts of Boldon and Hebburn from County Durham. As part of the Tyneside conurbation, which is the sixth largest in the UK, South Tyneside covers an area of 24.88 square miles (64.4 km²) and had an estimated population of 153,700 in mid-2010, with the 2011 Census recording 148,127 residents. To the east, it faces the North Sea, and to the north, it’s bordered by the River Tyne. There’s also a Green Belt stretching 9.13 square miles (23.6 km²) along its southern edge. The main hub and largest town in the area is South Shields, with other riverside towns like Jarrow and Hebburn nearby. The villages of Cleadon, Whitburn, and The Boldons are located along the South Tyneside green belt, while Sunderland lies to the south. In terms of representation, South Tyneside has two Members of Parliament covering two constituencies: South Shields (which includes Whitburn) and Jarrow and Gateshead East (which also represents Hebburn, the surrounding villages, and parts of Gateshead).

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Washington is a town in the Sunderland area of Tyne and Wear, England. It used to be part of County Durham and is known as the ancestral home of the Washington family, which includes George Washington, the first President of the United States. The town has a population of 67,085. Situated in South Tyneside, Washington was officially designated as a new town back in 1964 and became part of Tyne and Wear in 1974. Since then, it has seen significant growth, with new villages popping up to provide housing and jobs for people moving in from nearby areas and beyond. According to the 2011 census, the population had risen to 67,085, up from 53,388 in 2001.

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About Wearside

Wearside, located in the North East of England, is a vibrant area centered around the city of Sunderland and the picturesque banks of the River Wear. With a rich industrial heritage, stunning coastline, and a strong sense of community, Wearside is a region that offers a fascinating blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Whether you're visiting for a day or planning an extended stay, Wearside has something to captivate every visitor.

A Rich Industrial Legacy

Historically, Wearside was a hub of shipbuilding and coal mining, industries that shaped its identity and powered its development during the Industrial Revolution. Sunderland, the heart of Wearside, was once known as the "Greatest Shipbuilding Town in the World." Today, visitors can explore this proud heritage at the National Glass Centre, which celebrates Sunderland's glassmaking legacy and offers interactive exhibits and live glass-blowing demonstrations.

To delve deeper into the area’s past, take a trip to Hylton Castle, a beautifully restored medieval landmark that offers a glimpse into Wearside's early history.

Traveling to these attractions is made easy with our taxi and minibus services, offering comfortable and reliable transportation across Wearside and beyond.​​