The Word, National Centre for the Written Word
About
The Word, National Centre for the Written Word is a state-of-the-art cultural venue in South Tyneside which is brimming with exciting experiences, activities and facilities for people of all ages to engage and enjoy! The spectacular building opened in October 2016.
For more information on the latest events and exhibitions, opening times and directions, please visit The Word website. The Word is also available to follow on Facebook and Twitter.
The Word, 45 Market Place, South Shields, NE33 1JF
The Word, National Centre for the Written Word, South ShieldsLocation
The Word is located within the heart of South Shields Town Centre adjacent to the Market Place. You can park for free for up to 3 hours (you must still get a ticket from the machine) and it is only a short walk from many other local attractions, including the seafront (which boasts Haven Point, The Dunes, Ocean Beach Pleasure Park, North & South Marine Park as well as an award-winning beach), South Shields Museum & Art Gallery, Arbeia Roman Fort and The Customs House.
- The Word, National Centre for the Written Word
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The Word
45 Market Place
South Shields
NE33 1DX
Exhibitions
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Investigating Detectives
Find out about the best-known on-screen detectives, study crime-busting techniques and examine the enduring appeal of detective stories in this exhibition at The Word. There is also a digital version of the exhibition available for you to view online.
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Shiver Me Timbers Online Exhibition
'Shiver Me Timbers: Pirates on Page, Stage and Screen' was originally a physical exhibition on display at The Word, National Centre for the Written Word from 25 May 2017 to 31 January 2018. It proved to be very popular with people of all ages and so an online version was created, featuring all the amazing stories, myths and facts that visitors to the exhibition found so fascinating.
Shiver Me Timbers Online Exhibition -
Tyne Voyages
Tyne Voyages is a collection of stories by acclaimed writer Michael Chaplin which have been curated by Matthew Jarratt. The re is a trail around the building with a map on the rooftop terrace bringing the stories together to identify the Borough's connections with the rest of the world. Be sure to search out the stories and discover South Tyneside's amazing heritage.
Tyne Voyages
Upcoming events and activities
The Word is supported by
- Supporters
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- Gold sponsors
- Silver sponsors
- Bronze sponsors
