Business Spotlight

Grease, Waves & the Rave: 30 Years of Tynemouth Surf Co

Discover the story behind Tynemouth Surf Co — from a greasy café on Grand Parade to the beating heart of North East surf culture. How Mark Ward, Stephen Hudson, and a crew of dreamers built a movement on the waves of Longsands Beach.

The Big Tote Bag Drop: Four New Sponsors, Four New Stories

I Love North Shields launches four new limited-edition tote bags — each sponsored by a local business and full of community spirit. Discover the Purple, Yellow, Black, and Smile totes and join the Tote Bag Challenge today.

Dayne Henderson – Latex Fashion Designer from North Shields

Dayne Henderson is an underground fashion designer from North Shields, creating avant-garde latex couture. From Lady Gaga’s world tour to fetish club catwalks, Henderson’s work blends industrial aesthetics with deep personal storytelling.

Sweet Patisserie: Baking the world a better place

And the lady who wants to make that happen is Emma Carlton.  Emma is the proud owner and founder of a very successful international business,...

Salt Market Social North Shields – Behind the Scenes of the Fish Quay’s Coolest Venue

Step behind the blue façade of Salt Market Social on North Shields Fish Quay. From quirky décor and eclectic street food to live music and day parties, discover how this once-empty Cosalt building became one of the town’s most exciting venues.

Business Spotlight | Lyoness Press

Lyoness Press is more than a print studio—it’s a space for creativity, connection, and meaningful impact. Founded in 2023 by Beth Farmer, Lyoness Press is...

Harbour House launches with local brands and big ambitions

Harbour House, a three-storey creative space and community destination, is now officially open and already pulsing with the energy of some of the North East’s most...

New Sponsor Alert: Men from the North x I Love North Shields

New Sponsor Alert: Caroline Opacic Photography x I Love North Shields

Limited Edition Limited Edition I Love North Shields Pink Tote Bag | Say "I do" in Shields. Let's Make it Iconic The sunshine one’s here!...

New Tote Bag Sponsor: Aperture Alehouse x I Love North Shields

Limited Edition 💛 Limited Edition | In Support of Local Hospitality. The sunshine one’s here! This bold yellow tote is the newest addition to our...