🇬🇧 Sunderland · 7 Minutes of Maritime Heritage

🌍 Shields Ferry Landing - South Shields 📍 Ferry St, South Shields NE33 1JR 📸 Highlights 🔍 Sailing for over 7 centuries 🔍 Across the River Tyne 🔍 Daily local ferry ⚠️ 30 minutes per ferry 💸 £2.1 - one way 🧏🏻‍♀️ Revisiting the past and learning new things The prototype of the ferryman originated from Charon in Greek mythology, who was responsible for rowing the dead across the River Styx. Animal-powered ships appeared from the 14th to the 19th century, roll-on/roll-off ferries appeared in 1850, and the world's first ferry was born in Istanbul, Turkey in 1871. 💁🏻‍♀️ Visiting Tips Due to funding issues, the ferry service is expected to cease operation in 2025. These few years are the last chance to experience it! 💋 Recommended index 💛💛💛🤍🤍 #uktravel #sunderland #shieldsferrylanding #UK Attractions