Tyne Dock Tyne and Wear Map

About Tyne Dock

Tyne Dock, a distinct locality in South Tyneside, carries the enduring imprint of its maritime past. It lies 1.9 km south-south-west of South Shields (from South Shields: bearing 210°T, OS grid NZ 355 655). The air here still seems to whisper of the great ships that once docked and departed, a legacy etched into the very layout of its streets and the enduring spirit of its people. Once a vital hub for shipbuilding and coal export, Tyne Dock’s industrial heart has largely quieted, leaving behind a landscape where former industrial sites now yield to residential development and community spaces. The sky above Tyne Dock often takes on a particular quality, especially at dawn or dusk, when the light seems to catch the lingering industrial echoes, casting a subtle, almost nostalgic glow. Though the clatter of industry has faded, the resilience and character forged in those busy times remain a palpable presence in Tyne Dock.

About This Tyne Dock Map Page

Explore Tyne Dock, Tyne and Wear, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 54.983612, -1.446265. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.