South Tyneside beach retains its reputation as one of the country’s best seaside spots
A South Shields beach secures the prestigious Seaside Award.
A South Shields beach has once again been recognised as one of the country’s best seaside destinations as it retains a prestigious award.
Sandhaven Beach has received the Seaside Award from Keep Britain Tidy, which is a nationally recognised quality mark for beaches that are clean, safe, well maintained and meet the highest standards.
The Seaside Awards aim to give residents and visitors confidence that beaches flying the flag are managed to an ‘excellent standard’ and provide a safe space for everyone to enjoy.
‘Reflects the commitment’
Gary Kirsop, Director of Community Operations at South Tyneside Council, has expressed his delight that Sandhaven Beach has retained the prestigious award.
He said: “Retaining the Seaside Award is a clear endorsement of the consistently high standards maintained at Sandhaven.
“Behind this award is year‑round work to keep the beach clean, safe and well managed, from routine cleaning and inspections to wider care and seasonal preparation.
“It reflects the commitment of our frontline teams and partners who take pride in looking after our coastline, as well as the support of residents and visitors who help us protect it.”
After receiving the award, South Tyneside Council is continuing to urge everyone visiting the coast to enjoy the area responsibility by taking litter home or using the bins provided.
A prestigious award
The Seaside Awards are designed to raise standards across England’s coastline while celebrating the country’s best beaches.
The awards are the only way for members of the public to be assured that beaches are delivering a safe and clean space.
Sandhaven Beach is one of 65 English beaches to receive the Seaside Award this year.
Allison Ogden-Newton OBE, Keep Britain Tidy’s Chief Executive, commented: “England is fortunate to boast some of the world’s finest beaches, and it’s encouraging to see this reflected in the award to Sandhaven signalling its high standards to all who visit or live nearby.
“Everybody involved in these achievements should feel proud of their ongoing work to care for and enhance these important local blue spaces.”
If you wish to read more information about beaches in South Tyneside, then you can visit: https://www.visitsouthtyneside.co.uk/.