Town Of Culture 2028

North Shields enters UK Town of Culture 2028 as bid deadline closes

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31 March 2026 marks the deadline for towns across the UK to submit their Expression of Interest (EOI) for the UK Town of Culture...

Did You Know? North Shields Is One of the UK’s Biggest Langoustine Ports

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Did you know North Shields is one of the UK’s largest langoustine ports? Discover how the Fish Quay connects the North Sea catch to kitchens across Europe.

Sam Fender makes surprise appearance as Pirates raise funds for MND in North Shields

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The Pirates reunite for a Team Janine charity fundraiser at King Street Social Club - with a surprise appearance from Sam Fender (image credit: ILNS)

A sold-out reunion by The Pirates at King Street Social became a powerful tribute to Janine Turnbull, raising vital funds for Motor Neurone Disease research. Led by her husband John, Team Janine has already raised £45,000 in her memory — and the night carried that mission forward. With emotional performances, community solidarity and a surprise appearance from Sam Fender, the event proved this was more than a gig — it was a declaration of lasting love and defiant hope.

Appeal launched to save North Shields 800 artwork panels

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Conrad Milne with his art panels, North Shields: 800 Years in the Making

Seven striking public art panels created for North Shields’ 800th anniversary are now seeking a permanent home. North Shields: 800 Years in the Making, the large-scale works by local artist Conrad Milne reimagine the town’s story through layered imagery, poetry and archive. Previously displayed at North Shields Central Library, organisers are calling on venues to keep this landmark cultural commission visible for generations to come — preserving a powerful visual celebration of the town’s heritage.

Small Town. Big Ambition. North Shields pushes forward with Town of Culture 2028 bid

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Small Town. Big Ambition. North Shields pushes forward with Town of Culture 2028 bid

North Shields is stepping confidently into the next stage of its bid for UK Town of Culture 2028, with North Tyneside Council rallying residents, businesses and creatives behind a bold, community-driven vision. Rooted in maritime heritage, working-class pride and riverside ambition, the town’s plans span floating stages, street art, youth initiatives and international partnerships. With public backing now central to its Expression of Interest, momentum is building our proud coastal community.

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THE ‘LOST PAINTERS’ OF NORTH SHIELDS – PART ONE

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The Tradesmen Painters of North Shields I’ve always been surprised that North Shields doesn’t have its own school of painters like Cullercoats. Long overshadowed by the ‘Cullercoats Colony’, North Shields is finally being recognised as a hub for artists. However, a chance trip to a Hexham Antiques Market revealed that there was once a large community of artists in North Shields. On a random stall, I stumbled upon a bit of hidden history - a dusty stack of artists’ sketchbooks and drawings. They were battered and torn around the edges, but opening the pages revealed a series of beautiful illustrations and sketches. Gorgeous colour sketches of the Tyne and Northumberland leapt off the pages as well as drawings of boats and fishermen.
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