Sports & Leisure

Longsands Surf School

A friendly, independent surf school based at the Surf Shack on Longsands Beach. Offers group and private lessons for adults and children, stand-up paddleboarding, and equipment hire. All instructors are qualified lifeguards.

South Promenade, Longsands Beach, Tynemouth NE30 4HH 07503 028897 Visit website @longsands_surf_school Facebook

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