South Tyneside Libraries

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This walk will take us along the river then up onto the Lawe Top where there are great views out to sea and across the harbour to Tynemouth. The route takes us down through the tranquil North Marine Park before returning to The Word via Ocean Road and King Street. <ul><li>Difficulty:&nbsp;Easy</li></ul> <ul><li>Time:&nbsp;1 hour 5 mins</li></ul> <ul><li>Distance:&nbsp;2.3 miles</li></ul> <ul><li>Total height climbed along the route:&nbsp;71 ft</li></ul> <ul><li>Terrain:&nbsp;Good footpaths (concrete or tarmac) throughout the walk.</li></ul> <ul><li>Steps:&nbsp;There is a long set of steps leading from the river walk up to River Drive.</li></ul> <ul><li>Wheelchair accessible:&nbsp;No</li></ul> <ul><li>Toilets:&nbsp;There are toilets at The Word and in North Marine Park.</li></ul> Public transport to The WordSouth Shields Interchange (bus and metro) is only a 7-minute walk from The Word. The ferry landing is only 3 minutes away. Part of Self Care Week

Riverside and North Marine Park (Walking for wellbeing)

Welcome to South Tyneside’s state-of-the-art cultural venue, situated in the heart of South Shields, brimming with exciting new experiences, activities and facilities for people of all ages to enjoy.

The Word

Complete Ballet CIC is a not-for-profit company based on Fowler Street, South Shields, offering dance classes to adults of all ages and abilities.Classes are taught by an award-winning teacher of the Royal Academy of Dance, Rebecca Yates, and help to improve the health and wellbeing of those who take part. Seated Swans ballet classes are ideal for anyone with mobility problems or other health conditions, who may prefer chair-based exercises. These classes will help improve posture and muscle strength, as well as lifting your mood and increasing your social connections. <ul><li>Wednesdays from the 5th&nbsp;November to 3rd&nbsp;December, 10.30am to 11.30am at The Word</li></ul>

Our route to the coast will take us by the edge of Westoe Cemetery and through the Bents Recreation Ground. We will then walk up to Trow Point where there are great views across Sandhaven Beach towards Tynemouth Castle. Our return follows the promenade along to the fair, before turning back towards the town centre via the South Marine Park. <ul><li>Difficulty:&nbsp;Moderate</li></ul> <ul><li>Time:&nbsp;2 hours</li></ul> <ul><li>Distance:&nbsp;4.5 miles</li></ul> <ul><li>Total height climbed along the route:&nbsp;159 ft</li></ul> <ul><li>Terrain:&nbsp;Mostly good footpaths (concrete or tarmac) but the last small section up to Trow Rocks is on grass and sand. The old road leading up to Trow Point can also be covered in sand after storms. There are some moderately steep paths within the South Marine Park.</li></ul> <ul><li>Steps:&nbsp;There is a short set of steps leading up to the Disappearing Gun at Trow Point.</li></ul> <ul><li>Wheelchair accessible:&nbsp;Yes, but not the last short section up to Trow Point.</li></ul> <ul><li>Toilets:&nbsp;There are toilets at The Word, in Bents Park and in the South Marine Park too.</li></ul> Public transport to The WordSouth Shields Interchange (bus and metro) is only a 7-minute walk from The Word. The ferry landing is only 3 minutes away. Part of Self Care Week

Join Michelle and Andrew to sing some great country classics. Do you like singing and want to join others to sing some of your favourite songs? Come and join us for a community singing session at The Word. You don't have to be a great singer to take part - everyone is welcome to join! Community sing is about ordinary people joining their friends and neighbours in a public place to sing, just for the fun of it.&nbsp; No singing or music experience necessary! Part of Self Care Week

Come along and join Claire from Sports Development to try some seated exercise. This is done at a gentle pace and is low impact. Everyone works at their own pace taking a break when needed. No special clothing is required, just wear something you find comfortable. Thursdays from&nbsp;10.45am - 11.30am at The Word.&nbsp;Free, drop in sessions. Suitable for all ages.&nbsp;

Come and join us at the Word for our Line Dancing taster sessions at The Word.All ages welcome to our fun and social dance classes. A great way to keep in shape and to meet new people, whilst learning to dance. No partners needed and a warm welcome always awaits you. Don’t forget to bring water! Tuesdays from 16th Sept – 16th Dec at 1:30-2:30pmn (excluding 14th Oct).&nbsp; No need to book just drop in.

This very pleasant walk meanders through the woodland within Temple Park. Look out for rabbits and even the occasional duck!&nbsp;&nbsp; <ul><li>Difficulty:&nbsp;Easy</li><li>Time:&nbsp;1 hour 5 mins</li><li>Distance:&nbsp;2.5 miles</li><li>Total height climbed along the route:&nbsp;43 ft</li><li>Terrain:&nbsp;Mostly good footpaths (concrete or tarmac) however there is one short section which can be a little muddy after wet weather.</li><li>Steps:&nbsp;None</li><li>Wheelchair accessible:&nbsp;No (many of the paths are too narrow or uneven)</li><li>Toilets:&nbsp;There are toilets at Cleadon Park Library.</li></ul> Public transport to Cleadon ParkThere are bus stops immediately outside Cleadon Park Library and these are served by frequent services.

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Cleadon Park Library

Garden Therapy Programme South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust Cancer Information and Support Service in partnership with South Tyneside Libraries is launching a 4-month craft-based garden therapy programme for cancer patients at The Word Rooftop Garden, South Shields. Create and take home:Herb Indoor Basket – Plant a culinary herb basket to enjoy at home (4th Sept)Bringing the Ocean Home – Create a calming indoor beach scene (2nd Oct)Autumnal Door Decoration – Craft a natural seasonal door ring (6th Nov)A Gift of Hope – Make a festive door swag with meaning and foliage (4th Dec) All materials are provided, and each participant will take home their creation after every session. A small fee of £3 per session helps cover costs but each craft is worth so much more! Please note: This programme is not suitable for patients currently undergoing chemotherapy. To sign up, and for more information, call the Cancer Information and Support Service on 0191 541 0122 as all the booking need to made through the Cancer Information and Support Service.

Come and join us for a piece of cake and a group chat when we have a chance to&nbsp;think and talk about death. Together let us shatter the silence around discussing death. The goal is to raise awareness of death and inspire us to live our lives fully. It's a group-directed discussion with no agenda - just meaningful conversation.&nbsp;The session gives people a chance to talk about and issues around death and could include such things such as writing a will, planning a funeral etc. We don't try and sell you anything but can point you to the right people if you are worried about anything. A number of organisations will be in attendance if you need specific information including Age Concern and Bereavement Services.&nbsp; This is discussion group rather than a bereavement, grief support or counselling session.

South Tyneside Libraries

South Tyneside Libraries

Riverside and North Marine Park (Walking for wellbeing)

Seated Swans with Complete Ballet CIC

Trow Point (walking for wellbeing)

South Tyneside Sings ... Country Roads

Seated Exercise

Line Dancing

Temple Park (Walking for wellbeing)

Garden Therapy Programme

Be Death Positive and Take Control

Be Death Positive and Take Control

Be Death Positive and Take Control

Be Death Positive and Take Control