North Tyneside indie folk singer songwriter Katie Grace has been announced as special guest for this weekend’s Hector Gannet shows at The Exchange 1856.

The North Shields 800 celebrations are launching in style with free events at the Exchange 1856 theatre.

After tickets sold out in 5 minutes for their show on Friday 31 January, Hector Gannet has added a second night on Saturday 1 February.

 To mark the start of North Shields 800, a year of celebration for the town, Hector Gannet will perform a free concert at The Exchange 1856 on Friday 31 January.

The North Shields 800 website www.northshields800.com is live, featuring dozens of exciting events and projects, history resources and information about the town’s 800^th anniversary celebrations during 2025.

The winning logo design for the North Shields 800 celebrations in 2025 has been announced after a public poll attracted more than 1,100 votes.

The people of North Shields are being asked to choose a logo design for the North Shields 800 celebrations in 2025.

The vibrant community of North Shields is coming together to host a year of celebrations for the town’s 800th anniversary in 2025.