Shipwrecks and smugglers family trail | October Half Term 2026
Sat 17 Oct · 11:00
Souter Lighthouse and The Leas
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The Shipwrecks and Smugglers family trail at Souter Lighthouse and The Leas allows participants to explore tales of smugglers and shipwrecks through a self-led trail. The event runs on selected dates and requires admission.
Participants embark on a self-led trail through the lighthouse and along The Leas to uncover stories of secret smugglers and shipwrecks that once occurred along this coastline. The trail involves unravelling mysteries about people who braved the stormy seas, supported by activities located along the route.
The trail sheet is provided inside and outside the lighthouse to guide visitors through the experience. While the trail itself is free, normal admission fees apply to enter the lighthouse.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
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Frequently asked questions
Shipwrecks and smugglers family trail | October Half Term 2026 takes place on Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 11:00. The event runs until Sunday, 1 November 2026.
Shipwrecks and smugglers family trail | October Half Term 2026 is held at Souter Lighthouse and The Leas in Sunderland (Coast Road, Whitburn, Tyne & Wear).
The forecast for Shipwrecks and smugglers family trail | October Half Term 2026 is Partly cloudy · 10°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Souter Lighthouse and The Leas can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Shipwrecks and smugglers family trail | October Half Term 2026 can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Shipwrecks and smugglers family trail | October Half Term 2026
11:00until Sunday, 1 November 2026
Souter Lighthouse and The Leas · Sunderland
Editorial summaryAbout this event
The Shipwrecks and Smugglers family trail at Souter Lighthouse and The Leas allows participants to explore tales of smugglers and shipwrecks through a self-led trail. The event runs on selected dates and requires admission.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Participants embark on a self-led trail through the lighthouse and along The Leas to uncover stories of secret smugglers and shipwrecks that once occurred along this coastline. The trail involves unravelling mysteries about people who braved the stormy seas, supported by activities located along the route.
The trail sheet is provided inside and outside the lighthouse to guide visitors through the experience. While the trail itself is free, normal admission fees apply to enter the lighthouse.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Souter Lighthouse and The Leas. Searching near Coast Road, Whitburn, Tyne & Wear; check-in Saturday, 17 October 2026.
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WhereSouter Lighthouse and The Leas
Coast Road, Whitburn, Tyne & Wear
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Shipwrecks and smugglers family trail | October Half Term 2026?
Shipwrecks and smugglers family trail | October Half Term 2026 takes place on Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 11:00. The event runs until Sunday, 1 November 2026.
Where is Shipwrecks and smugglers family trail | October Half Term 2026 taking place?
Shipwrecks and smugglers family trail | October Half Term 2026 is held at Souter Lighthouse and The Leas in Sunderland (Coast Road, Whitburn, Tyne & Wear).
What will the weather be like at Shipwrecks and smugglers family trail | October Half Term 2026?
The forecast for Shipwrecks and smugglers family trail | October Half Term 2026 is Partly cloudy · 10°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Shipwrecks and smugglers family trail | October Half Term 2026?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Souter Lighthouse and The Leas can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Shipwrecks and smugglers family trail | October Half Term 2026?
Tickets for Shipwrecks and smugglers family trail | October Half Term 2026 can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Until Sunday, 1 November 2026
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feels like 7°C · chance of rain 12% · wind 14 km/h
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Coast Road, Whitburn, Tyne & Wear
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