Name: Souter Lighthouse and The Leas
Rating: 5.0

Souter Lighthouse and The Leas

Coast Road, South Shields, UK

1-99 Years

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Souter Lighthouse and The Leas opened in 1871, Souter Lighthouse was a marvel of its age and remains an iconic beacon. Hooped in red and white, it stands proud on the coastline midway between the Tyne and the Wear. It was the first lighthouse in the UK designed and built to be powered by electricity. Souter is a special place to visit at any time of year.

To the north The Leas is a two and a half mile stretch of magnesian limestone cliffs, rocky bays and coastal grassland. The cliffs and rock stacks of Marsden Bay are home to nesting kittiwakes, fulmar, cormorants, shags and guillemots. South of the lighthouse is Whitburn Coastal Park and Nature Reserve – reclaimed colliery land, now a haven for wildlife.

Price starts from £7.20 for Adults(18 years and over), £3.60 for Children(5-17 & under 5s free) and £10.80 for Family(1 Adult and up to 3 children). If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Host birthday parties: No

Features

Lighthouse: The UK’s first lighthouse designed to be lit by electricity, built in 1871 and with displays exploring its working history. Grounds include Foghorn House.
The Leas: Two-and-a-half miles of clifftop grassland and wildflower meadows, with sweeping views from the England Coast Path.
Whitburn Coastal Park: Scenic reclaimed colliery land, incorporating a Local Nature Reserve. Features wildlife viewing areas and a network of paths.
Beaches: Beaches framed by rock stacks and rugged cliffs, including the sandy stretch of Marsden Bay and rocky shore of The Wherry.
Second-hand bookshop: A selection of pre-loved books is for sale in the lighthouse admissions area.
Things to see and do at Souter Lighthouse and The Leas: Souter Lighthouse stands proud on the coastline midway between the Tyne and the Wear. Climb to the top to take in the views, set out on a coastal walk along the cliffs, or explore the best of nature in the reclaimed colliery land at Whitburn Coastal Park. Whether you like learning about the past, exploring by bicycle or stretching your legs in the great outdoors, there’s something for you on a visit to Souter Lighthouse and The Leas.
Family-friendly things to do at Souter Lighthouse: There are lots of family activities at Souter Lighthouse and The Leas to help make the most of your visit. Find out more about what's on and plan your visit.
Top trails: The Souter saunter, Souter Lighthouse trail, Souter Lighthouse Ranger Run.

Facilities

Car park: The car park is open 9am - 8pm daily (closes 6pm November - March). There is a payment machine in both car parks. Charges: £1 for 1 hour, £2 for 2 hours, £3 for 4 hours, £4 all day, or free for National Trust members.
Food & Drinks: The Lighthouse Café serves hot and cold drinks, light bites and cakes to eat in or take away. Free entry.
Toilet: Toilets in the lighthouse are open in line with the café. Baby changing facilities available. There are toilets in Whitburn Coastal Conservation Centre - one inside and one outside the entrance.
Dogs allowed: Dogs are welcome, including on a short lead in the lighthouse grounds and café. Assistance dogs only in the lighthouse. Water bowls are provided. Please clean up after your dog and dispose of used bags in a dog waste bin.

What to see

History of Souter Lighthouse and The Leas: Souter Lighthouse has proudly stood on the coast midway between the Tyne and the Wear since 1871, leading the way in a new generation of electric lighthouses. The area around the lighthouse was a hive of industry, with a colliery and an entire workers’ village. Although these have been lost to time, there are plenty of stories to uncover on a visit to Souter Lighthouse and The Leas.

For more information please visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/north-east/souter-lighthouse-and-the-leas/history-of-souter-lighthouse-and-the-leas

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Price Details

Adult (18+): £7.20 with Gift Aid, £6.50 without Gift Aid.
Child (5–17), under 5s free: £3.60 with Gift Aid, £3.25 without Gift Aid.
Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £17.90 with Gift Aid, £16.25 without Gift Aid.
Family (1 adult and up to 3 children): £10.80 with Gift Aid, £9.75 without Gift Aid.
Group (Adult 18+): £6.18 without Gift Aid.
Group (Child 5–17): £3.09 without Gift Aid.

Pricing URL: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/north-east/souter-lighthouse-and-the-leas#place-prices

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Lighthouse: Closed
Cafe: 11:00 - 15:00
No booking required (excluding some events). Last entry to the lighthouse is one hour before closing. Opening times for our second-hand bookshop in the admissions area are the same as the lighthouse. Lighthouse toilets are open in line with café opening hours.

Time may vary please check here: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/north-east/souter-lighthouse-and-the-leas#place-opening-times

Address: Coast Road, South Shields, UK

Post Code: SR6 7NH

Council: South Tyneside

County: Tyne and Wear

By road: On A183 coast road. The car park is open 9am - 8pm daily (closes 6pm November - March). Charges 9am - 8pm: £1 for 1 hour, £2 for 2 hours, £3 for 4 hours, £4 all day, or free for National Trust members. Or leave the car at home and travel the greener way.
By train: Tyne & Wear Metro serves South Shields (yellow line), East Boldon and Seaburn (green line).
By bus: Stagecoach services E1 and E2 operate from South Shields to Sunderland. E1 stops at the top of the lighthouse drive; E2 stops about a 10 minute walk away. Enjoy 25% off admission when you show a valid bus ticket.
On foot: Follow the England Coast Path, or pavements and footpaths along the A183 Coast Road from Whitburn or South Shields.
Car park: The car park is open 9am - 8pm daily (closes 6pm November - March). There is a payment machine in both car parks. Charges: £1 for 1 hour, £2 for 2 hours, £3 for 4 hours, £4 all day, or free for National Trust members.