Walking for Wellbeing
Free*
Suitable for all ages
Make new friends while exploring your neighbourhood
South Tyneside Libraries have set up a programme of fantastic walks from each of the council libraries. These walks are open to everybody; they are free to attend and you don’t need to sign up. Simply turn up on the day and join us for some fresh air, good company and a pleasant ramble.
Delivered through the Know Your Neighbourhood Fund.
The walks will start and finish at the same library. Upcoming dates and times are as follows:
- Monday 7 April – Campbell Park (3 miles) starting from Hebburn Library
- Monday 14 April – Pelaw via Bill Quay Farm (5.5 miles) starting from Hebburn Library
- Monday 21 April – Royal Quays (4.6 miles) starting from Jarrow Focus Library
- Monday 28 April – Trow Point (4.5 miles) starting from The Word
- Monday 5 May – East Hebburn Circular (4.6 miles) starting from Hebburn Library
- Monday 12 May – Pelaw Quarry Nature Reserve (4.3 miles) starting from Hebburn Library
- Monday 26 May – Jarrow Circular via St Paul’s Monastery and Jubilee Wood (3.4 miles) starting from Jarrow Focus Library
For more information, and details for each walk visit Walking for Wellbeing
Important Information
- If you have a medical condition you feel we should be aware of, please inform the walk leader
- Under 18s and vulnerable adults must be accompanied by a responsible adult
- Dogs are not allowed unless they are a guide dog
What to bring
- Comfortable clothing and appropriate footwear
- Some water
Getting to The Word via Public Transport
Bus – Services from Sunderland, Cleadon, Whitburn, Jarrow, Gateshead and Newcastle all terminate at South Shields Transport Interchange. The Word is approximately 5 minutes walk away. Exit the Transport Interchange towards the town centre and turn left, The Word is located at Market Place.
Metro – The closest Metro Station is South Shields, which is located in South Shields Transport Interchange. Follow the exit for the town centre, turn left and The Word is located at the top of this road.
Ferry – From South Shields Ferry Landing head towards South Shields Town Centre. The Word is visible from the Ferry Landing.
If you have a disability of any kind or you require special assistance, please contact us on 0191 427 1818.