Marsden Grotto 'suffering' amid ongoing safety concerns with nearby stairsThe Marsden Grotto was closed in early December due to the issue, but partially re-opened in January, with staff delightedView 4 Images The Marsden Grotto, which is 'suffering' amid ongoing safety concerns with the nearby stairs down to the beach (Image: Chronicle Live)A venue in South Shields is 'suffering' amid ongoing safety concerns with the nearby stairs down to Marsden Beach. The Marsden Grotto was closed in early December due to the issue, but partially re-opened in January, with staff delighted. I hope for the sake of the Marsden Grotto, and South Shields as a whole, that this is sorted soon." The steps at Marsden Bay have been closed since December after inspections identified safety concerns in a highly exposed coastal location. View 4 Images The Marsden Grotto, which is 'suffering' amid ongoing safety concerns with the nearby stairs down to the beach (Image: Chronicle Live)"Suggestions that this is the result of council delay are simply wrong.

Source: Daily Mirror February 26, 2026 11:02 UTC