In 2019, the 500th anniversary of the death of Leonardo da Vinci brings on display 144 of the Renaissance master’s drawings from the Royal Collection in 12 exhibitions across the UK. Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens hosted the exhibition Leonardo da Vinci: A Life in Drawing for more than three […]
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Over 200 artists attended Big North Tattoo Show 2019 in Newcastle
Big North Tattoo Show came back to Newcastle for its third annual convention. Over 200 tattoo artists attended coming from all over the world to show off their talents. Not only were there plenty of artists but there were also retro gaming machines and shows throughout the event. See the […]
What is World Headquarters: An interview with owner, Tom Caulker
World Headquarters is an independent underground night club in Newcastle. The owner Tom Caulker wanted to make a place that was safe and enjoyable for all races and walks of life. There is no club just as multicultural and diverse in Newcastle.
Northumberland Sci-Fi Museum’s ‘AllenDalek’ at risk after council issues planning permission warning
Neil Cole, founder of The Museum of Classic Sci-Fi’ in Allendale, Northumberland, has been told by town planners that he has to remove the shed that encloses their Dr.Who Dalek. The warning which comes from Northumberland County Council is due to planning permission issues of the Grade 2 building that houses […]
Building ‘bridges’ with Sunderland students
Sunderland shoppers can see life through a student’s lens thanks to a new initiative at the Bridges. The shopping centre has teamed up with Sunderland University and Sunderland BID to showcase work created by two students on the Photography Video and Digital Imaging degree course. And, the results […]
Don’t miss Dan Holdsworth’s exhibition at The National Glass Centre
The National Glass Centre is now showcasing data images transformed into 3D models allowing us to see them as a ‘virtual space’. Picture of Spatial Objects, first floor at National Glass Centre. The creator of Spatial Objects, Dan Holdsworth, has done something very different from his previous work this time. […]
South Shields Museum & Art Gallery to feature more than 100 years of football memorabilia
South Shields Museum and Art Gallery is set to feature more than 100 years of football memorabilia in a new exhibition. Displaying the history in the region of South Tyneside, including that of clubs such as South Shields, Hebburn town and various others in the area, the exhibition will be […]
Garden shed transformed into an artist’s grotto in Sunderland
An old garden shed has been transformed into a creative space for artists and members of the public in Sunderland, in the form of a Christmas grotto. The grotto opened its doors on November 29, 2018 and will remain open until December 23, 2018. There will be sessions held with […]
Eight indoor places in Tyne and Wear to enjoy on a rainy day
Tyne and Wear is home to an abundance of culture, heritage and has a social buzz like no other. However, the North East can also have unreliable weather forecasts so having a backup plan when spending time with friends and family in your spare time is key. Whether you want […]
Interview: Cathy Newman brings Bloody Brilliant Women to Durham Book Festival
Cathy Newman is still getting used to being asked the questions, as opposed to putting them across. “I definitely find it easier asking the questions,” she laughed, backstage in her dressing room at the Gala Theatre, Durham. The Channel 4 News presenter has been getting used to being the topic […]