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Spectacular Illuminated Parade Closes North Shields 800 | Thousands Celebrate Historic Finale

North Shields came out in force as a spectacular illuminated parade brought the North Shields 800 celebrations to a powerful and emotional close 🌊✨ Marking 800 years of history, heritage and community spirit, thousands gathered to watch the town light up — from Northumberland Square, through Howard Street, and down to the Riverside Embankment Walkway. The night featured: Performances by local choirs and community groups Spark! LED drummers leading the procession Giant illuminated silver fish sculptures, created with local people by artist Frederick Worrell Landmark buildings transformed by projection artist Jay Halim, turning the Registry Office and Ice Factory tower into glowing storytelling canvases A full carnival vibe with mobile sound systems and a disco at Salt Market Social More than 400 participants took part — including schools, youth groups, artists, Scouts and performers — with hundreds more lining the streets to celebrate together. The parade finished at Western Quay, where live music kept the party going late into the evening. This wasn’t just an event. It was a moment. A town showing up for itself. 💙 🗣️ What people said Karen Clark, Elected Mayor of North Tyneside: “This was a fitting celebration of everything that has been achieved in 2025. A proud moment for the town.” Sir Alan Campbell MP, Chair of North Shields 800: “A spectacular end to a year of hard work, dedication and community spirit.” Helen Featherstone, National Lottery Heritage Fund: “An incredibly fitting way to celebrate 800 years of heritage, made possible by National Lottery players.” ⚓ About North Shields 800 North Shields 800 marked the town’s 800th anniversary with a year-long programme of community-led events, celebrating maritime, industrial and cultural heritage — from murals and exhibitions to parades, performances and creative collaborations. If you were there, you’ll feel it again. If you weren’t — this is what pride in place looks like. 👉 Like, comment, and share to keep North Shields’ story travelling far beyond the river. Filmed and produced by Sira Studio for North Shields 800 🎥 Sira Studio → https://sirastudio.co.uk ⚓ North Shields 800 → https://northshields800.co.uk 📣 Promoted by I Love North Shields → https://ilovenorthshields.com