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Throughout 2025

  • The exterior of the Old Low Light Heritage Centre, a historic three storey building with people sitting outside at cafe tables, sunny day with blue skies

    Old Low Light 1225 Exhibition

    Exciting plans in progress

    Based at the Old Low Light Heritage Centre, a new permanent exhibition will explore the heritage and history of North Shields from 1225 to the present day.

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  • Musician Liam Fender sitting singing at a piano with other musicians in the background

    North Shields: 800 Years of Harmony

    Exciting plans in progress

    A music film documentary celebrating the rich musical heritage of North Shields, produced and directed by Northeast Fuse and XL Creative Media with musician Liam Fender and local performers.

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  • The Living River

    Exciting plans in progress

    A unique and immersive view of the town’s history through the lens of the River Tyne. This short video will focus on the river’s perspective of North Shields, and how it has shaped the town’s identity and development.  

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Parade of Boats and Blessing of the Fleet
Jun
20

Parade of Boats and Blessing of the Fleet

  • Parade from The Fisherman on Fiddlers Green to The Herring Girl on the Western Quay (map)
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School children parading with pipers, gathering at The Herring Girl on the Western Quay singing local songs. Joined by a flotilla of fishing and private vessels on the river and a blessing of the fleet.

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The Living River
Jul
1
to 30 Sept

The Living River

Exciting plans in progress

A unique and immersive view of the town’s history through the lens of the River Tyne. This short video will focus on the river’s perspective of North Shields, offering a fresh and engaging narrative that highlights the integral role the river has played in shaping the town’s identity and development. 

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