The coastline here is rugged with many limestone stacks, caves and headlands. The cliffs are a haven for seabirds. The following are regular visitors or have been seen here so look out for:
European Shag, Common Eider, Kittiwake, Northern Fulmar and Herring Gull. Inland on the grasslands and coastal moorland you may spot Purple Sandpiper, Eurasian Oystercatcher and Ruddy Turnstone.

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Best Hikes to South Shields Coastal Cliffs

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1. Souter Lighthouse & Marsden Bay loop South Shields

10.4km

02:43

80m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. South Shields Coastal Cliffs – The Linnet Way loop from Whitburn

9.84km

02:37

100m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. The Linnet Way – South Shields Coastal Cliffs loop from Horsley Hill

11.1km

02:56

100m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 70 m

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Location: North East England, England, United Kingdom

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South Shields Coastal Cliffs

1. Souter Lighthouse & Marsden Bay loop South Shields

2. South Shields Coastal Cliffs – The Linnet Way loop from Whitburn

3. The Linnet Way – South Shields Coastal Cliffs loop from Horsley Hill

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