MEMBERS of the public will be able to climb the tower of a landmark North-East lighthouse from Saturday.
People will be able to enjoy spectacular views of the South Tyneside coast as the National Trust opens Souter Lighthouse from February 9-17.
Souter Lighthouse officially reopens to visitors on March 23, but due to popular demand staff are looking forward to welcoming visitors to a trial opening this month.
Property manager Nick Dolan said: "We had so many visitors last year that we decided to open Souter Lighthouse for an extra week in 2002.
"The lighthouse is cared for by National Trust for the benefit of everyone. That is why we are exploring new ways to enable more people to enjoy and learn about Souter."
Last year almost 22,000 people visited the lighthouse - 5,000 more than the previous year.
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