South Shields regeneration: South Shields Town Centre
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Overview
South Shields Town Centre is subject to ongoing regeneration.
The Word and Transport Interchange are major successes, which have changed the face of South Shields and generated private sector confidence to invest.
Increasing footfall is paramount. The Council is working to unlock land for redevelopment, creating the environment and infrastructure for private sector investment, and increase the residential population.
The main shopping areas in South Shields are in private ownership.
South Shields has a thriving market with plans for food and Christmas markets, in addition to the weekly Saturday and Friday market.
Progress so far
The completion of phase one and two of the South Shields regeneration scheme includes:
- The Word, National Centre for the Written Word - Recognised as a cultural venue of regional and national significance
- A renovated and remodelled Market Place, including public art installation celebrating South Tyneside's maritime connections with the rest of the world
- South Shields Transport Interchange opened in August 2019
Demolition work is underway to create opportunities for future development.
Aims for the town centre
- To become a once more vibrant shopping centre
- Improved pedestrian circulation around the retail area
- Easy access to transport links and parking
- To improve the entertainment offer
- To diversify the town centre