NNorth East Surfing

South Shields — Sandhaven & Littlehaven

Surf Spot

Description

Across the river from Tynemouth, South Shields' long seafront beach gives Tyneside surfers a second option when Longsands is busy. Sandhaven is open and friendly in small surf; Littlehaven, tucked beside the South Pier at the river mouth, gets a little shelter.

Location

Spot conditions

Break
Beach break (both)
Ability
Intermediate
Best swell
N, NE
Offshore wind
W, SW
Best tide
mid
Season
autumn to spring

Inconsistent

Hazards

  • Rips near the South Pier and groyne
  • water quality after rain