Hebburn is a town situated on the south bank of the River Tyne in Tyne and Wear, lying between Gateshead and South Shields. Historically a mining and shipbuilding hub, Hebburn has transformed in recent years into a residential community with a blend of tradition and regeneration. Standing just a few miles east of Newcastle upon Tyne, Hebburn offers its residents the advantages of proximity to major urban centres while retaining its distinct small-town atmosphere.