Marsden, South Tynside.

This part of the coast of South Tyneside, Marsden, belongs to the National Trust. It is one of the most magnificent rock formations in Britian.Renowned for it's sea bird colonies, with thousands of pairs of Kittiwakes, Fulmars, Gulls and Cormorants.
The face of the rock was changed forever when a world famous arch of rock collapsed into the sea in 1996.
The grassy area at the top of the cliffs is a great place to walk, and is part of the 26 miles of South Tyneside's Heritage Trail.
The ghost of John the Jibber is said to haunt the area, and if you are quiet you may hear his moans and groans. He died a slow death suspended in a bucket half way down the cliff face, after betraying fellow smugglers to Customs men.
I didn't hear him today when we walked along the top in the sun.