The North Shields Fish Quay was once one of the most important ports on the East Coast. It's still active and you can see the boats unload their haul straight into the fishmarket. It won't be long before the fish and seafood end up on a pate in a nearby restaurant.

Along the Quayside there are lots of places to eat, from high end restaurants to Fish & Chip emporiums. 

There's a lot of local seafaring history here, look out for the notice boards that will point to the attractions on view.