If you’re looking for some sweet treat inspiration, we’ve rounded up some of the coolest places in South Tyneside to get an ice cream.
1. Minchella & Co, Ocean Road
A house hold name in South Shields, and one of the longest-running businesses in the town, make sure to try out the award-winning treats at the Minchella & Co ice cream parlour. Pictured here is Luke Minchella creating one of their vegan knickerbocker glorys. Photo: JPI Media
2. Scoop and Bean, Sea Road
A popular seafront spot with 36 flavours of ice cream, as well as coffees and cakes to go. Photo: JPI Media
3. Cream Curls, Ocean Road
Cream Curls has proved a popular addition to Ocean Road since it opened in 2018. It's currently participating in the Eat Out to Help Out offer for dine in if you fancy a bargain scoop. Photo: JPI Media
4. Tutti Frutti, East Street, Whiburn
Go back in time to the glory days of 50s ice cream parlours at Tutti Frutti. You can also try some alternatives to the norm, including goats milk ice creams. It's pictured here when the cast of Dreamcoats & Petticoats visited. Photo: JPI Media