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At a glance

Now
Opening soonOpens today at 10:00
Age
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Teenagers
Price
Free
Location
South Shields
Circular glass-fronted library beside a paved plaza.
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Credit: John Lord

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More to know

Indoors or outdoors
Indoors
Visit length
Quick stop, Half a day
Price band: Free · How we use price bands

These are broad planning guides for a typical visit, not exact prices. Check the venue before travelling.

Free
No regular admission fee. Parking, donations, travel or optional activities may still cost extra.
Low
Usually a small charge or donation, broadly up to £10 per person.
Medium
A typical paid visit, broadly around £10–£25 per person or a moderate family ticket.
High
Usually a larger day-out cost, broadly over £25 per person or for a family ticket.

About this activity

A free cultural venue and library overlooking the River Tyne, with books, interactive exhibitions, family activities, creative facilities and regularly changing events. There is also an on-site café, although its hours are slightly shorter than the main building's. Some workshops and ticketed events need to be booked separately. Check the events programme before visiting to see what is currently available.

Opening hoursVisitor hours · Current schedule
monday
09:00–19:00
tuesday
09:00–19:00
wednesday
09:00–19:00
thursday
09:00–19:00
friday
09:00–17:00
saturday
10:00–16:00
sunday
10:00–16:00

Opening times can change. Check the venue website before travelling.

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Plan your visit

Location

45 Market Place, South Shields, NE33 1JF
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