Christmas and New Year activities
We have a range of family fun activities taking place during the festive season.
See a list of Christmas and New Year activities
The Word
National Centre for the Written Word
Welcome to South Tyneside’s state-of-the-art cultural venue, situated in the heart of South Shields, brimming with exciting new experiences, activities and facilities for people of all ages to enjoy.
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Opening Hours
Opening hours are Monday to Thursday - 9am to 7pm, Friday - 9am to 5pm, Saturday and Sunday - 10am to 4pm.
Shop @ The Word is open Monday to Friday - 10am to 5pm*. Saturday 10am to 4pm and Sunday - 10am to 4pm*. *The shop is closed 1-1.45pm.
Café @ The Word is open Monday to Thursday - 9am to 6.30pm, Friday - 9am to 4.30pm, Saturday and Sunday - 10am to 3.30pm.
CHRISTMAS OPENING TIMES - Closed 25 December, 26 December and 1 January. 24 and 31 December open 9am-2pm. 27 to 30 December open 10am-4pm.
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Address
The Word
45 Market Place
South Shields
NE33 1JF -
Phone
0191 427 1818
Admission
Free
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Christmas Opening Times
There will be changes to our opening times over Christmas and New Year. Please make sure you check before you travel.
Find out our Christmas Opening Times
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Microworld at The Word
Microworld is the new touring exhibition featuring eight different digital creatures which encourages interaction, experimentation and play.
Move around the space and play with the creatures to find out more about what they do and how you can interact with them, whether it is through movement or sound, or you can simply watch them in action.
Find out more about Microworld
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Library Groups
We have a range of library groups that take place weekly at The Word.
The groups are a great way to meet new people, learn a new skill and have a chat!Library Groups
