Fowler Street entrance at South Shields Interchange officially reopens to the public

By Ryan Smith
Published 19th Dec 2023, 09:45 BST
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Nexus has confirmed that the Fowler Street entrance of the South Shields Interchange has reopened.

Members of the public can now access the South Shields Interchange via the Fowler Street entrance once again, Nexus has confirmed.

Nexus, who managed the facility in South Shields town centre, announced on Monday, December 18, that work on installing the new automatic doors has been completed.

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The Fowler Street entrance at South Shields Interchange. Photo: Nexus.The Fowler Street entrance at South Shields Interchange. Photo: Nexus.
The Fowler Street entrance at South Shields Interchange. Photo: Nexus.

The Fowler Street entrance has been closed since September after it was severely damaged by flooding on the afternoon of the Great North Run.

A spokesperson for Nexus commented: "We are pleased say that the Fowler Street entrance at South Shields Transport Interchange is open again after it was damaged by flooding during a severe rain storm in September.

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"New automatic doors have been installed after they were deluged by a torrent of water on the day of this year's Great North Run.

"Thanks to customers for their patience during these repair works."

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