Upcoming Rum Events
Upcoming Rum Events Join us on Friday 28th November where you’ll be able to sample the spirit, listen to Luan Hanratty tell us about the… Read More »Upcoming Rum Events
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Local News & Opinion Pieces
Adding a Metro Stop Between Tynemouth and North Shields
Controversial! Adding a Metro Stop Between Tynemouth and North Shields 12th Nov 2025 Suggestion for a new Metro station to bring more activity to the… Read More »Adding a Metro Stop Between Tynemouth and North Shields
My new rum takes inspiration from a reef that has sunk countless ships in the Tyne
My new rum takes inspiration from a reef that has sunk countless ships in the Tyne 21st Oct 2025 Feature in the Shields Gazette https://www.shieldsgazette.com/news/my-new-rum-takes-inspiration-from-a-reef-that-has-sunk-countless-ships-in-the-tyne-5364641… Read More »My new rum takes inspiration from a reef that has sunk countless ships in the Tyne
Introducing Black Middens Rum 🥃
Introducing Black Middens Rum 🥃🌊 Born from the tides, shaped by the North Sea, Black Middens Rum is Penbal’s tribute to Tyneside’s maritime spirit. Infused with cherry,… Read More »Introducing Black Middens Rum 🥃
Should Tynemouth Castle Banks Be Restored As A Right of Way?
Should Tynemouth Castle Banks Be Restored As A Right of Way? Update 4.6.2025: Big progress! English Heritage have announced they will open the top and… Read More »Should Tynemouth Castle Banks Be Restored As A Right of Way?
£923m Investment in Tyne Clean Energy Proposed
£923m Investment in Tyne Clean Energy Proposed 14th May 2025 LS Eco Advanced Cables, a joint venture between Global InterConnection Group and Korean cable manufacturer… Read More »Â£923m Investment in Tyne Clean Energy Proposed
The Ralph Gardner Memorial on Chirton Green in North Shields is to be Restored!
The obelisk should be a proud focal point for people in Shields. But even though it was the site of Gardner’s cottage, it has become… Read More »The Ralph Gardner Memorial on Chirton Green in North Shields is to be Restored!
Hot off the press! The Tynemouth Guide is now available
Hot off the press! The Tynemouth Guide is now available 3rd April 2025 Many weeks of work have gone into this sparkling new 16-page publication.… Read More »Hot off the press! The Tynemouth Guide is now available
Tynemouth Should Celebrate St Oswin’s Day
Tynemouth Should Celebrate St Oswin’s Day 12th March 2025 Every year the summer holidays are kicked off in July with the Mouth of the Tyne… Read More »Tynemouth Should Celebrate St Oswin’s Day
8 Ways to Improve Prior’s Haven
8 Ways to Improve Prior’s Haven 12th Feb 2025 Forgotten or taken for granted by many, here’s how this little gem of a cove could… Read More »8 Ways to Improve Prior’s Haven