Always a popular thing to do whatever the weather, South Tyneside Festival's Sunday concerts get going this weekend.
Over the past few years the likes of Alexandra Burke, Busted, The Vamps, UB40 and Billy Ocean have headlined the massive Sunday gigs in Bents Park by the sea in South Shields , with crowds of over 30,000 flocking in all kinds of weather.
Following on from acts like Heather Small and Atomic Kitten who entertained last year, there is an eclectic lineup assembled for South Tyneside Festival 2019.
This year's kicks off with Marti Pellow on Sunday, July 14 and if you're planning on going along to the big FREE concert, there are some security guidelines you'll need to be aware of...
Security for Bents Park concerts in South Shields
Bag searches will be carried out as you enter the park.
To help speed up the process, try and limit the number of bags you bring, and leave any sharp instruments at home.
South Tyneside Council are working closely with Northumbria Police who will once again be providing support at the events and ensuring the safety of those attending.
Food and drink
You are allowed to bring your own food and drink into the park however there are plenty of catering units as well as licensed bars within the park selling a range of drinks.
We are working to reduce the amount of waste and ask that you try not to bring glass to the site.
