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Ollie #1 of 5 attractions in South Shields
4.5 of 5 stars 25 reviews
Attraction type  Ancient Ruins
Distance  0.5 km from city centre
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Ollie #2 of 5 attractions in South Shields
4.5 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
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Ollie #3 of 5 attractions in South Shields
4 of 5 stars 14 reviews
Owner description: For the last 150 years, South Shields Museum & Art Gallery has been in the heart of South Shields, bringing world-class exhibitions and events to the...... more » Owner description: For the last 150 years, South Shields Museum & Art Gallery has been in the heart of South Shields, bringing world-class exhibitions and events to the region.Celebrating South Tyneside’s rich heritage and more, the Museum brings to life stories from the past through its mix of collections, interactives and exciting events programme. You can even get up close to a giant python in Creature Corner!Discover more about the place that saw the invention of the lifeboat in the 18th century and was the birthplace of world famous novelist Catherine Cookson in the 20th century.Find out more about the history of South Tyneside from its earliest roots, 4,000 years ago through to the present day.And don’t forget to check out the latest exhibition before rounding off your visit with a visit to the Museum’s café and gift shop. « less
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
Ollie #4 of 5 attractions in South Shields
3.5 of 5 stars 23 reviews
Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks