I have lived in North Shields for more than 20 years and for the past eight have enjoyed finding out about the history and heritage of the town and fish quay as a trustee and volunteer of the Old Low Light Heritage Centre. I work with colleagues at the centre to share some of the stories we discover.
International Women’s Day 2025, on March 8, is focusing on accelerating action for women’s equality.
One local woman who devoted her life to this cause...
Meet Sheila Hirsch, known on the Fish Quay as “Big Sheil” — believed to be the UK’s first female trawler skipper. From sneaking onto boats as a child to surviving three times overboard, her fearless story is part of North Shields’ proud fishing heritage.
By Rachel Chapman & Kris Grey
Rowland Lishman is one of North Shields’ unsung heroes. Although his name is not widely known throughout the town,...
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