South Shields Museum & Art Gallery

Ocean Road
South Shields
Tyne and Wear
NE33 2JA

Tel: +44 (0)1914 568 740 (voice & minicom)
Web: http://www.twmuseums.org.uk/southshields/index.html


Welcome to a whole season of activities and exhibitions at South Shields Museum. There's something to suit everyone, so why not pop along and enjoy a fun-filled family day out?

Permanent Displays

Catherine Cookson Gallery: Take a trip down William Black Street and visit the childhood home of one of Britain's best loved authors, Catherine Cookson. New exhibits include Catherine Cookson's writing desk and 'Big Red Book' from This is Your Life.

Land, River and Sea: Find out how these three elements have influenced the natural and industrial history of South Tyneside.

There are many other seasonal displays and events - call the Museum for details.

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Opening Times
(2005 times)
Monday to Saturday 10.00am - 5.30pm.

Admission Charges
(2005 prices)
Free

Directions
South Shields Museum is in the heart of the town and within a short walk from the Metro station and main bus station. The museum is opposite the town's ASDA store. Car parking nearby.
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South Shields Museum & Art Gallery Postcode for SatNav: NE33 2JA

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Arbeia Roman Fort and Museum (< 1 Mile)*
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Nearby Hotels
Best Western Sea Hotel (< 1 Mile)*
Ideally placed for Sunderland and Tyneside, the Sea Hotel is within easy reach of the A1 and A19. The hotel offers free wireless Wi-Fi access, bars refurbished in 2006, bedrooms redecorated in 2007 and new ground floor bedrooms.
Sir William Fox Hotel (1 Mile)*
A jewel in the heart of South Tyneside, this hotel was formally the home of Sir William Fox who was 3 times prime minister of New Zealand.
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Family run for over 20 years, Oaktree Lodge has a great reputation for quality and service.Modern guest rooms are non smoking with en suite showers, LCD TV (Freeview) and free Wi-Fi.
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Seafront Apartments (2 Miles)*
Seafront Apartments were formed by the clever adaptation of a large Victorian terraced house into 6 apartments. Some retain original features of beautiful ceiling plasterwork. Each apartment is fully self-contained.
Riverside View (7 Miles)*
Chic stylish 2 bed 2 bath apartment on Newcastle Quayside with spacious balcony overlooking the river Tyne. Ideally located with the bars and restaurants of the Quayside on the doorstep.
Quayside View (7 Miles)*
Absolutely stunning 2 bedroomed apartment in a grade II listed building on Newcastle's quayside. 20m from Tyne Bridge. Luxuriously appointed throughout. Situated in a pedestrianised area.
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