[2] In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the village of Westoe was around one mile south of South Shields[3] (which was then part of County Durham until the formation of Tyne and Wear under the Local Government Act 1972), and was gradually absorbed into the urban sprawl extending from the center of the town.

It consists of Georgian and Victorian houses, many having been built by business leaders of the town,[2] including those who owned mines and shipyards.

[5] The site of the colliery has since been cleared and redeveloped into Westoe Crown Village, which falls into the Horsley Hill ward of South Tyneside Council.

[6] Notable local-born physician Dr Thomas Winterbottom, as well as barrister and politician Robert Ingham are buried in the cemetery.

[12] They expanded their microbrewery output by installing a facility below this pub,[12] producing 100 barrels a week.

What is now considered Westoe Village has limited vehicular access via St George's Avenue only, which contributes heavily to its tranquil reputation.

The club has continuously occupied its original ground, directly opposite Westoe Village, since its establishment, and is today one of the local community hubs of the area.

Joining his father's business as an apprentice, Readhead stuck with the firm and eventually became one of the directors, retiring from active involvement in 1909 to take a larger community role - something he continued for the next 40 years (including four years spent as mayor).

This park was presented by Alderman Robert Readhead J.P. to the town council of South Shields for public pleasure grounds by deed of gift dated 20th April 1923.

(Oxon) (Son of the Donor), Edward Smith, Mayor, John Lawson, Chairman of Parks and Cemeteries committee.