Hi, I’m Suzanne, a 42-year-old from Seaham now living in North Shields. I’m a teacher, mum of two, and wife to Paul, known for his distinctive, flouncy hair.
My days are filled with work, family time, walks along the coast, playing sax with the Spanish City Rollers, volunteering with a local scout group, and looking forward to the weekend!
I started writing for I Love North Shields after seeing a call from Editor Simmie for local content creators. Until then, I’d written for personal catharsis. Simmie’s invitation came when I’d found a new spark in the local music scene, making it the perfect opportunity to raise awareness of what’s happening in Shields.
My favourite spot is near the water, especially walking the fish quay sands towards the mouth of the Tyne. The sea calms me, so I often find myself there—and sometimes stop by the Salty Sea Dog or the Ships Cat for a pint!
I write about whatever moves me—whether it’s music, the sights I encounter, or the people and places that make up our community. The message is simple: love where we live and share the great things going on, whether music, events, or places to explore.
There’s a real sense that North Shields has transformed from the ‘black sheep’ of North Tyneside to a place of pride. People are now celebrating the community spirit. Through I Love North Shields, I aim to highlight the positive happenings and celebrate the good around us.
My first piece, about local DJ Manpower, was a leap of faith, sharing my thoughts so publicly for the first time. It sparked connections and relationships, particularly through writing and music, that I hadn’t had before and its been great shining a spotlight on these aspects.
You can find me on Instagram as ‘thesuzyc’.
