Over 30 aircraft and a collection of aeroengines all under cover. Directions Located in Sunderland, just off the A19 near to the Nissan factory. Only 2 miles south of South Shields, Souter Lighthouse overlooks the cliffs of Marsden Bay, high above the rocks and notorious currents of the 'Whitburn Steel' that have wrecked dozens of ships and claimed the lives of many mariners. Welcome to a whole season of activities and exhibitions at South Shields Museum. Built in AD 160s, the stone fort at South Shields played an essential role in the mighty frontier system which stretched across the width of the country, marking the northern boundaries of the Roman Empire.
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Distances by road will be longer. The Quality Hotel Sunderland is perfectly situated for visiting Newcastle and Sunderland, shopping at the famous Metro Centre and touring beautiful Northumbria with its castles, moorland and miles of deserted sandy beaches. Located on the A194 Wardley, near Gateshead, the Travelodge at Newcastle East provides contemporary quality accommodation and an ideal base for exploring Newcastle and the surrounding countryside. This hotel has its own 18-hole championship golf course, a gym and an indoor swimming pool. Easy access to nearby cities of Newcastle, Sunderland, Durham, the Tyne Tunnel and the famous Metro Centre.