South Shields Old Town Hall could be repurposed after council seeks views

South Tyneside Council says it has secured limited government funding and is consulting residents and businesses until 11 March on possible uses for the Grade I listed South Shields Old Town Hall.

The Grade I listed Old Town Hall in South Shields could be brought back into more regular use after the council secured limited government funding and launched a public consultation. The building is about 250 years old and has served as a market hub, courthouse and wartime shelter. It is currently partly used as the market superintendent’s office. The council is asking residents and local businesses for their views on future uses. Key details: - The Old Town Hall is Grade I listed and has around 250 years of history. - It is currently partly occupied by the market superintendent’s office. - South Tyneside Council says it has secured "limited government funding" to explore reuse. - A public consultation survey is open and runs until 11 March. - Suggested uses listed by the council include a cafe, community meeting space, pop-up shops or market stalls, and a cultural space for exhibitions and performances. - The questionnaire also asks how important residents feel it is to preserve and reuse historic buildings, and Councillor Margaret Meling said the council wants the building to continue playing a meaningful role in town life. Summary: Responses to the consultation will inform how the limited funding might be used and what role the Old Town Hall could play in South Shields. The consultation is open until 11 March. Undetermined at this time.