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As part of the North Shields 800 celebrations, a long-overlooked piece of local maritime heritage was brought back into the spotlight today with the unveiling of a newly restored oil painting titled The Royal Visit to the Tyne, August 1884, by North Shields-born artist John Davison Liddell (1859–1942).

Explore North Shields through art, culture and community. Discover the Elevation NS800 mural trail and landmark public artworks across North Shields — a self-guided walking...

North Shields has marked a powerful moment in its 800-year history with the unveiling of a new bronze statue honouring Mary Ann Macham — an enslaved woman who escaped a plantation in Virginia, survived a dangerous transatlantic journey, and began a new life of freedom in this town on Christmas Day, 1831.

Discover NUSA Studio, the new Bali-inspired makeup and luxury ear piercing studio in The Exchange 1856, North Shields. Founded by local artist Amy Bewick, the serene “Bali Luxe” space offers bridal makeup, editorial looks and curated ear piercing.

Eddy from Tyneside Life visits North Shields to uncover hidden stories, local history and familiar faces. Watch the video and explore the town in a fresh way.

Mushroom Meander with the Natural History Society of Northumbria. We went along to the Mushroom Meander at Gosforth Nature Reserve on Tuesday 4 November, and honestly, it was the perfect way to spend a crisp autumn morning. Led by Ellie Davison, the walk took us along the Ouse Burn Way — a surprisingly wild stretch right in the heart of the city.

Discover North Shields — a coastal town of heritage, heart and creativity. From the historic Fish Quay to new music, art and community projects, explore the stories shaping its future with I Love North Shields.

Nearly 30 years at Pet Fare, Claire Hull has built more than a pet shop — she’s built a lifeline. Discover her incredible acts of kindness in North Shields.

Harbour House, a three-storey creative space and community destination, is now officially open and already pulsing with the energy of some of the North East’s most...

The eclectic heartbeat of North Shields' creative scene. In the ever-evolving landscape of independent music and art venues, Baba Yaga’s in North Shields stands out...