The Dark & Quirky History Behind North Shields' Wooden Dolly

Join me as I walk along the beautiful North East coast, starting an incredible journey from North Shields to Whitley Bay! In Part 1 of this 4-part coastal walk series, we are exploring the very best of North Shields. Instead of the usual high streets and busy shopping areas, we're sticking right to the coastline to take in the stunning views, uncover local history, and discover how accessible these paths are for those with low mobility or disabilities. In this episode, we explore Laurel Park, named after local legend Stanley Jefferson (better known as Stan Laurel), before heading down to the historic North Shields Fish Quay. We'll dive into the area's fascinating maritime history, check out the iconic Lighthouses and Clifford's Fort, and admire beautiful local art like the Fiddler's Green sculpture and discuss the Wooden Dolly. Whether you're looking for accessible walks in the North East, planning a trip to Tyneside, or just love coastal history, this walk has something for everyone! Hit subscribe to make sure you don't miss Part 2 as we continue our journey along the coast! Video Chapters: 00:00 North Shields 00:16 North East Coastal Walk 01:10 South Shields History 02:46 Laurel Park, North Shields 05:22 Fish Quay High Lighthouse 06:44 Fish Quay Mosaic (Two Fish) 08:02 Fish Quay, North Shields 10:32 Union Quay, North Shields 14:02 Fish Quay Low Lighthouse 16:16 Clifford's Fort & Cannons 18:36 Metro Ticket Information (Metro, Bus, and Ferry) 20:26 Fiddler's Green Sculpture by Ray Lonsdale 22:32 Famous People From North Shields 23:09 The Wooden Dolly Story 28:46 Memorial Benches (North Shields to Tynemouth) 31:25 Final Thoughts at North Shields 32:34 More travel videos #NorthShields #CoastalWalk #NorthEastCoast #FishQuay #AccessibleTravel #UKWalks #TyneAndWear