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Old Low Light The Old Low Light Heritage Centre aims to reveal the North Shields story in a new light. Our stunning space is also available to hire.
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On March 26th 2015 the Old Low Light was officially opened by Tynemouth MP Alan Campbell . The Fish Quay has been at the heart of North Shields life for over 900 years - now you can experience heritage and discover our story. Discover our exhibitions, special events, talks, guided walks and classes. Visit our shop with local crafts and produce for sale, our café and of course our spectacular viewing platform, looking out across the Mouth of the Tyne.

Busy today at the Old Low Light - but not too busy to take this photo from our top floor. Always something interesting t...
31/10/2026

Busy today at the Old Low Light - but not too busy to take this photo from our top floor. Always something interesting to see!

We're open again from Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 3pm.

Flash sale – paintings and drawings by Linda Kay – Saturday 31 October 10am to 3pm.Artist Linda Kay, whose artworks have...
30/10/2026

Flash sale – paintings and drawings by Linda Kay – Saturday 31 October 10am to 3pm.

Artist Linda Kay, whose artworks have been on display in the heritage centre for the past week, is having a flash sale of some of her older paintings and drawings tomorrow.
These include many of local scenes and subjects, from broad landscapes to flower and plant details.
She is hoping to reduce her stock of older works to make way for new paintings in the coming weeks and months.
Prices will be by negotiation and Old Low Light founding trustee Linda is donating 25% from all sales to the heritage centre.

Lovely day to visit the fish quay. Pop into the Old Low Light for a coffee and a scone. View our exhibitions. Open Tuesd...
29/10/2026

Lovely day to visit the fish quay. Pop into the Old Low Light for a coffee and a scone. View our exhibitions. Open Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 3pm.

Tickets are selling fast for this year’s talk linked to Remembrance Day, so if you are interested, you will need to book...
28/10/2026

Tickets are selling fast for this year’s talk linked to Remembrance Day, so if you are interested, you will need to book soon.

WW1 expert Alan Fidler will share his research on how the Commonwealth War Graves Commission was set up to commemorate those who lost their lives during the conflict which led to such a heavy death toll. This will include the complexities and challenges around its establishment and some of the criticisms from families who wanted to bring their loved ones home. As always, he will include local stories.

Commonwealth War Graves Commission - Saturday 14 November at 11am. £5pp (half price for Old Low Light members). To book a seat, go to
https://oldlowlight.co.uk/event/heritage-talk-commonwealth-war-graves-commission/

Who was Robert Reid and what was his part in the history of music in North Shields?Visit our heritage gallery to find ou...
28/10/2026

Who was Robert Reid and what was his part in the history of music in North Shields?
Visit our heritage gallery to find out how Northumbrian piping was part of a very rich and varied musical soundscape spanning all social classes in 19th century North Shields and that the pipes we play today were developed in the town. Find out about the talented Reid family and others who were part of this history.
North Shields and Northumbrian Small Pipes – heritage gallery, Old Low Light Heritage Centre, open 10am to 3pm Tuesday to Saturday. Entrance to heritage gallery £5pp (free for members).
(This also covers entry on the top floor this week to the selling art exhibition, SPACE, by Linda Kay.)

Opening today, Linda Kay’s amazing art exhibition, SPACE, until 31 October, 10am-3pm at the Old Low Light (closed 25 and...
23/10/2026

Opening today, Linda Kay’s amazing art exhibition, SPACE, until 31 October, 10am-3pm at the Old Low Light (closed 25 and 26 October).
Over 200 paintings and drawings, including many different scenes, from flowers in her garden to beautiful landscapes, lots from our local area..
Artist Linda, a founding trustee of the heritage centre, is donating 25% of all sales to the centre.
Entrance £5 pp (free for OLL members) – also covers entry to the North Shields 800 exhibition and displays in the heritage gallery.
For more information about the exhibition go to:
https://oldlowlight.co.uk/event/art-exhibition-space/

It’s been all go on our top floor, preparing for Linda Kay’s fantastic art exhibition, SPACE, which opens on Friday. Aro...
20/10/2026

It’s been all go on our top floor, preparing for Linda Kay’s fantastic art exhibition, SPACE, which opens on Friday.
Around 200 paintings – over 60 new - many of local scenes.
Linda, a founding trustee of the Old Low Light, is donating 25 per cent of all sales to the heritage centre.

SPACE – from Friday 23 October to Saturday 31 October, 10am to 3pm (closed Sunday 25 and Monday 26 October). Entrance £5pp.


Book now for next classic concert featuring the Roseberry Rhapsody Duo - Sarah Paterson (harp) and Jeremy Harbottle (cel...
19/10/2026

Book now for next classic concert featuring the Roseberry Rhapsody Duo - Sarah Paterson (harp) and Jeremy Harbottle (cello) whose programme will include elegant and emotional classical pieces, a taste of the musicals, a tale about why you should always listen to wise women, and a piece inspired by seaweed!

Friday November 20 at 7pm (doors and café open from 6pm) - £18 (early bird £15) + online booking fee.
For further information or to book a place –

https://oldlowlight.co.uk/event/roseberry-rhapsody-duo-harp-and-cello/

Wonderful concert last night by the fabulous Osborne Trio. Many thanks to David and Jennifer Murray and Jessica Graham f...
17/10/2026

Wonderful concert last night by the fabulous Osborne Trio. Many thanks to David and Jennifer Murray and Jessica Graham for such a great evening and to narrator David Cooke who joined them for one of the pieces.
Our next classic concerts feature the Roseberry Rhapsody (Sarah Paterson, harp and Jeremy Harbottle, cello) on Friday 20 November and violinist Bradley Creswick accompanied by pianist David Murray on Friday 4 December.
For details of these and other events, go to
https://oldlowlight.co.uk/whats-on/

Just a week to go to Linda Kay’s art exhibition, SPACE (from 23 – 31 October, 10am-3pm at the Old Low Light - closed 25 ...
16/10/2026

Just a week to go to Linda Kay’s art exhibition, SPACE (from 23 – 31 October, 10am-3pm at the Old Low Light - closed 25 and 26 October). These are just two of some amazing paintings and drawings, many of local scenes.
Artist Linda, who has lived in North Shields most of her life, is a founding trustee of the heritage centre and is donating 25 per cent of all sales to the centre.
Entrance £5 pp (free for OLL members).
For more information about the exhibition go to:
https://oldlowlight.co.uk/event/art-exhibition-space/

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Old Low Light, Clifford’s Fort, Fish Quay
North Shields
NE301JA

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm
Friday 10am - 3pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm

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+441912574506

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