We will head down to the riverside and walk along to the Customs House. From there, we will follow some quiet paths across the town centre via St Hilda's Church, Salem Stret and on towards River Drive. Climbing the steps up to the Dolly Peel statue, we will be rewarded with a stunning view looking westward up the river. From here, we will return to the riverside path and follow it back to The Word.

• Difficulty: Easy

• Time: 55 mins

• Distance: 2.1 miles

• Total height climbed along the route: 122 ft

• Terrain: Good footpaths (concrete or tarmac) throughout the walk.

• Steps: There is a long, steep set of steps leading up to the Dolly Peel statue then again on return to the riverside.

• Wheelchair accessible: No

• Toilets: There are toilets at The Word.

Public transport to The Word

South Shields Interchange (bus and metro) is only a 6 minute walk from The Word. The ferry landing is only 3 minutes away.