Home of the Coaly Tyne Tar
The Home of the Coaly Tyne Tar A Tynemouth-themed Sunderland jug recently came up for auction featuring some delightful local verse. Posted by the excellent… Read More »Home of the Coaly Tyne Tar
North Shields
Theory: Why Hadrian’s Wall Did Not Extend Further East – A Strategic Docking and Defence Zone at Wallsend
By Crasterfarian This theory proposes that Hadrian’s Wall terminated at Segedunum not due to oversight, but because it needed to go no further. Its tactical position… Read More »Theory: Why Hadrian’s Wall Did Not Extend Further East – A Strategic Docking and Defence Zone at Wallsend
The Ralph Gardner Memorial on Chirton Green in North Shields is to be Restored!
The obelisk should be a proud focal point for people in Shields. But even though it was the site of Gardner’s cottage, it has become… Read More »The Ralph Gardner Memorial on Chirton Green in North Shields is to be Restored!
The Old Wooden Doll
The Old Wooden Doll by Keith Barrett The embers burn slowly inthe fireside In this proper old boozerOn the banks of the Tyne Canvas floor… Read More »The Old Wooden Doll
Shiels to Shields
Shiels to Shields by Dean Jolly North Shields founded 800 years agoBuilt upon the banks of the river TyneWhere Prior Germanus built the first homesThat… Read More »Shiels to Shields
800 Years of North Shields
800 Years of North Shields Stuck in sodden dugouts while easterly batters,Fish and nets are meant for this dwelling,Great work has gone on, marsh drained… Read More »800 Years of North Shields
I Was There.
I was there. Saturday May 9th 2015. Wembley Stadium. Parking less than 150 yards from the stand. North Shields FC v Glossop North End. Like… Read More »I Was There.
What would you most like to see from North Shields FC next season?
What North Shields Fans Want to See Next Season See the results here: independentnssa.org/2024/04/30/results-of-the-inssa-poll/
History in the Making
History in the Making 27th April 2024 by Mark Tavender for ‘I Love North Shields’ Ed 1 There’s a piece about Luan and Penbal.uk in… Read More »History in the Making