Iconic South Tyneside restaurant set to reopen following a forced closure
The Grotto is set to reopen to the public.
The Grotto, on the Coast Road, in Marsden, has announced that it will be reopening to members of the public at 10am on Saturday, January 17.
It comes after the iconic venue has forced to close on December 10 after it was served a closure notice by Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS).
The restaurant received the notice due to South Tyneside Council closing the steps down to Marsden Beach.
It meant that there was no safe escape route for customers at The Grotto in the event of a fire due to the Redwell Bank steps, which also lead to the beach, being tidal dependent.
While the steps are still closed, The Grotto has stated that it will be working closely with TWFRS around tide times to ensure that operations at the venue are safe for members of the public.
The post on The Grotto’s Facebook page said: “We’re reopening this Saturday the 17th at 10am.
“We’ve missed you all so much and can’t wait to welcome back familiar faces and meet new ones.
“We’re incredibly excited to open our doors again and share our beautiful Grotto with you all.
“We’re also working closely with the fire department around tide times to ensure everything runs smoothly and safely.
“Thank you for your patience and support—we can’t wait to see you Saturday.”
You can keep up to date with The Grotto at: https://www.facebook.com/thegrottosouthshields.