Welcoming places South Tyneside (Council spaces)
South Tyneside Council has several libraries across the borough offering welcoming places for anyone needing a place to spend some time, connect with others, or to work or study.
Our libraries offer a range of free or low-cost resources, events, activities and learning opportunities, and provide a safe and inclusive community space for everyone, with access to free WiFi.
Cleadon Park
Address: 10 Prince Edward Road, South Shields, NE34 8PS
Drop-in:
- Monday and Thursday: 9am to 7pm
- Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: 9am to 5pm
- Saturday: 9am to 1pm
Nearest bus: King George Road or The Nook, South Shields
Hebburn Central
Address: Glen Street, Hebburn, NE31 1AB
Drop-in:
- Monday to Thursday: 9.30am to 7pm
- Friday: 9.30am to 5pm
- Saturday:10am to 4pm
Nearest metro: Hebburn
Nearest bus: Station Road, Hebburn
Jarrow Focus
Address: Cambrian Street, Jarrow, NE32 3QN
Drop-in:
- Monday to Thursday: 9.30am to 7pm
- Friday: 9.30am to 5pm
- Saturday:10am to 4pm
Nearest metro: Jarrow
Nearest bus: Jarrow bus station
The Word
Address: King Street, South Shields, NE33 1JF
Drop-in:
- Monday to Thursday: 9am to 7pm
- Friday: 9am to 5pm
- Saturday and Sunday: 10am to 4pm
A number of other organisations and venues across South Tyneside have pledged their support to residents by offering welcoming places. See .
South Tyneside Family Hub's are also offering welcoming places. See Children's centres.