Rosiefest 2026 is officially a wrap, with local band Two Metres Apart bringing the curtain down on the latest edition of the festival hosted by South Shields FC Foundation at Harton and Westoe Miners Welfare. The Foundation was keen to offer the festival a new home 6 years ago following the closure and subsequent demolition of the Holborn Rose and Crown, who's name the festival still bears. Harton Welfare was once again transformed this year by the team behind the scenes to

We are delighted to announce that Robbie Tinkler has penned a new deal with the Club, with his services being retained until the summer of 2028. The 28-year-old defender joined up with the Mariners at the beginning of last season, having spent the previous four years with Gateshead, where he saw great success, getting promoted to the National League upon winning the National League North on 94 points, only losing six games that season in the league. Tinkler also saw The Heed

As preparations step up ahead of the 2026/27 season, South Shields FC Women can now confirm its list of retained players. The Mariners performed across multiple fronts to reach the NERWFL League Cup Final, the DCFA Women's Challenge Cup Semi-Final, as well as the Adobe Women's FA Cup First Round Proper during the 2025/26 campaign. We would like to wish all departing players the very best of luck in all future endeavours, both on and off the pitch. In terms of new arrivals, si

Some goodbyes are harder than others. After more than a decade, Natalie May and Becki McMahon bring to a close their time at South Shields FC Women, leaving behind a legacy that extends far beyond what happens on the pitch. Throughout their time at the club, they have given far more than what could ever be measured in appearances or performances. They have dedicated countless hours, given everything for the badge, and continually gone above and beyond to help the club grow

We confirm our 26/27 Enterprise National League North fixture list, with the league campaign kicking off on Saturday, 8th August, away to Scarborough Athletic at 3pm. Some key information regarding our fixture list can be seen below! First 5 Scarborough Athletic (A) – Sat 8 Aug Chorley (H) – Sat 15 Aug Morecambe (A) – Tue 18 Aug Merthyr Town (H) – Sat 22 Aug Brackley Town (A) – Sat 29 Aug Last 5 Hebburn Town (H) – Mon 29 Mar Radcliffe (A) – Sat 3 Apr Macclesfield (H) – Sat 10

We are delighted to announce the signing of highly experienced midfielder, Adam Campbell! Born in North Shields, Campbell started his career at Newcastle United, he was a product of the Wallsend Boys Club, and whilst at the Magpies, he earned youth international honours with England at U16, 17 & 19 levels. Campbell made his senior debut for Newcastle United in the UEFA Europa League in 2012 before making his Premier League debut the following season. During his time at Newcas

We would like to thank Ryan Young for everything he has contributed to South Shields FC Women over the past season, following the conclusion of his time at the club. As the first Head Coach of our Reserve Team, Ryan played a significant role in establishing the squad during its inaugural season, helping to build strong foundations for the future of the club. Alongside this, Ryan dedicated his time to supporting our Women's International Academy programme and was always willin

India Reynolds has joined South Shields Women, becoming the sixth new arrival ahead of the new season. The defender made 18 appearances for Sunderland West End Ladies in the 2025/26 season, a team which faced the Mariners four times in all competitions. She is already familiar with Eve Jones, who was the club’s top goalscorer last term, and Reynolds is no doubt looking forward to meeting the rest of her new teammates in the coming weeks. After joining the club, she said: “I c

South Shields Women are delighted to welcome Neve Platt to the club, who joins as the team’s fifth summer signing. Platt recently played for Maidstone United Women, who made history last season by reaching the First Round of the Adobe Women’s FA Cup for the first time, earning them a visit to Plymouth Argyle Women and a trip to Home Park. Having made the switch to the North East ahead of the 2026/27 campaign, the central midfielder is undoubtedly looking forward to making her

Brooke Ford has become South Shields Women’s fourth signing ahead of the 2026/27 campaign. Most recently at Wallsend Women, the defender was named as the club’s Young Player of the Year following a breakout campaign, after being promoted to their First Team in January. She made 13 appearances for the team as they put together a number of strong results during the second half of the season to preserve their place in the NERWFL Premier Division. Ford is looking forward to playi

We are delighted to welcome Jordan Marshall to South Shields FC, who joins the club as our first summer signing, subject to international clearance. The Newcastle-born defender joins the Mariners after spending the last three years with Cymru Premier side The New Saints. Marshall joined TNS in October 2023 and enjoyed an impressive first season in Wales, helping the club secure the Cymru Premier title in March 2024. A left-back by trade, the 29-year-old came through the acade

South Shields Women’s summer recruitment has continued with the arrival of prolific forward Eve Jones. Jones, who played for Sunderland West End Ladies last season, was named as their top goalscorer after scoring 12 goals in 19 games - which included goals in each of our four meetings in all competitions. She has also shown a keen eye for goal in the National Football Youth League, having netted 21 times in 24 games for Sunderland AFC’s FoL Scholars’ side last term, the secon

South Shields FC Chairman Geoff Thompson, with the support of Jason Ye, has stepped in to help safeguard the future of Durham Women FC, ensuring the club can continue to operate at all levels. In recent weeks, Durham Women FC faced significant uncertainty about whether it could continue beyond the 2025/26 season due to a lack of financial backing. On 8 June 2026, the club issued an urgent statement explaining that without immediate support, it would be unable to meet the requ

Sophie Sutton has joined South Shields Women to become the club's second summer signing. The Sunderland AFC Women PGA midfielder has welcomed the chance to join Alex Miller’s side ahead of the upcoming NERWFL Premier Division season. She has experience in this division, having lifted the title with Chester-le-Street Town Ladies in the 2024/25 season. Sutton was a team-mate of new arrival Milly Cairns at Sunderland AFC Women U23s, who secured treble-winning success the season

Milly Cairns has become South Shields Women’s first summer signing ahead of the 2026/27 season. The young centre midfielder, who most recently played for Norton Ladies, has linked up with Alex Miller’s side as the lasses gear up for the new NERWFL Premier Division campaign. Cairns made 22 appearances for Norton last season, grabbing one goal en route to a record high sixth place finish in the FAWNL Division One North. She also played a crucial role in Sunderland AFC Women’s U

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South Shields FC can confirm that Head Coach Ian Watson and Assistant Head Coach Carl Magnay have departed the club to join League Two side Rochdale FC. While disappointed to see them leave, the Club is incredibly proud to have played a part in helping Ian and Carl progress further up the football pyramid. Their move is recognition of the outstanding work carried out during a historic season for the Mariners, which saw the Club achieve its highest-ever finish since reform wit

Following the conclusion of the 25/26 season, we can now confirm our retained list. We'd like to thank all of the players for their effort and hard work during their time at the club. UNDER CONTRACT Robbie Tinkler Cain Sykes Sean McGurk Paul Blackett Will Jenkins Ethan Mann Sonny Finch Cedwyn Scott Caden Kelly Dan Savage Daniel Dodds David Carson Jack Roles OPTIONS TRIGGERED Jasper Sheik Dillon Morse IN DISCUSSION Kyle Crossley RETURNING TO PARENT CLUB Oli Bainbridge Tom Wats

Natalie May highlighted a number of positives that South Shields Women can take despite the heartbreak surrounding Sunday's NERWFL League Cup Final defeat. The lasses fell behind against Leeds Modernians Women in the sixth minute, and they were unable to get the goal they needed to bring them back in the tie, before a second goal shortly before the final whistle ended all hopes of ending the season in glory. While the disappointment can be felt at the moment, in time the Mari

South Shields Women suffered heartbreak in the NERWFL League Cup Final against Leeds Modernians Women in spite of a courageous performance on Sunday. Right from the very first whistle, the Mariners were eager to score, creating a huge chance in the opening minutes, Tara Flaherty the one to deny what could have been an early breakthrough. However, just six minutes into the tie, it was Shameeka Fishley who opened the scoring. Leeds Mods, then, doubled their lead late into the