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 New contemporary art gallery |
South Shore Road Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE8 3BA United Kingdom +44 191 478 1810 http://www.balticmill.com |
This $46 million project is a world class institution located at Gateshead Quays right opposite Newcastle's thriving Quayside area which will be joined by the Gateshead Millennium footbridge. The Baltic will occupy a former 1950s flour mill overlooking the Tyne. The Baltic will house five galleries, studios, workshops and will feature a rooftop restaurant with breathtaking views of Tyneside. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lively and eclectic arts centre |
258B Station Road Wallsend Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE28 8RG United Kingdom +44 191 200 7132 |
As well as hosting some of the more interesting art exhibitions that come to the north-east in its Ad Hoc Gallery, the Buddle Arts Centre is a melting pot for an eclectic mix of audio, visual, and performing artists, and community arts programmes. Music, drama, dance, painting, sculpture, and installations have all staked a claim for space here over the years. On top of this there is a youth theatre, a disability arts group, and recording and digital imaging studios are available to hire. Note that the gallery itself is only open for a few hours each week. Contact the establishment for details of times for other events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Three places under one roof |
36 Lime Street Ouseburn Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 2PQ United Kingdom +44 191 230 4474 |
They say you should do what you are best at. Well, the Cluny seems to be best at everything, and manages to juggle the separate skills of being a cafe/bar, a live music venue, and a visual arts exhibition space with great aplomb, and without any of these things detracting from the others. Situated on the edge of the city centre, it is not the easiest place for non-locals to find, but it is worth taking a street atlas and making the effort. If it just a drink or a meal you want you will find the place cool and uncluttered, with a good selection of wines and beers, including some ales from the local Mordue brewery. The menu (served until 8p) is varied and contemporary, and not too expensive. As a venue for bands it is attracting top local names, and a sprinkling of nationally known artistes as well. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Specialising in contemporary Scottish art |
5 Tankerville Terrace Jesmond Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE8 4EL United Kingdom +44 191 281 8284 |
This gallery, which features regular exhibitions, specialises in the contemporary and 20th century works of Scottish painters and sculptors. It has featured work by such artists as Sir William McTaggart, Shiela MacMillan, and John Lowrie Morrison, among very many others. Many of the paintings on show are for sale, and an Art Purchase Plan can ease the pain of payment. They are also interested in buying works of art by, particularly by the Scottish Colourists. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Theatre, cinema, gallery, and performance space |
Mill Dam Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE33 1ES United Kingdom +44 191 454 1234 http://www.customshouse.co.uk |
As its name suggests this theatre, cinema, and gallery space occupies a former customs house close to the mouth of the river Tyne. The programme of events in the theatre is varied, offering music, dance, drama, and comedy. The Customs House is often one of the out of town venues for the annual Newcastle Comedy Festival. The cinema shows the latest releases, as well as less mainstream, and sometimes locally funded and made, films. The gallery displays a number of touring exhibitions, as well as the work of local artists. Many of the facilities, including the bar and restaurant, are available to hire for conferences, seminars, and other events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Newcsatle's largest gallery |
The Quadrangle University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 7RU United Kingdom +44 191 222 6057 / +44 191 222 6059 http://www.ncl.ac.uk/hatton/ |
Part of the University of Newcastle's Fine Art Department, this super gallery is open to the public and should not be missed on any art tour of the city. Founded in 1926, the Hatton is one of the largest spaces for art exhibitions in the UK and is home to the world renowned Kurt Schwitters piece the Elterwater 'Merzbau', and the Uhlman collection of African sculptures. Its wider collection comprises British and European oil paintings, prints, and water colors, as well as renaissance to contemporary sculptures. The gallery also hosts quality touring exhibitions. Group visits are welcome, however please ring in advance. On the minus side,wheelchair access is difficult due to the stairs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Premier provincial art gallery |
New Bridge Street Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 8AG United Kingdom +44 191 232 7734 http://www.twmuseums.org.uk/la... |
The city's and the region's principal art gallery is centrally located not far from Northumberland Street. A glass entrance leads into a deservedly popular Gallery which has risen to the challenge of communicating the region's art and craft tradition to the local population. The Gallery's extensive collection includes paintings, costume, silver, glass, pottery (including an extensive collection of locally produced, but internationally renowned Maling ware), and sculpture. There is a varied collection of Pre-Raphaelite paintings, a Gaugin, and Henry Moore and Stanley Spencer pieces. The award-winning Art on Tyneside is one of the permanent displays. Regular Family Fun events and activities for children take place. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gallery, music venue, and artist supplies store |
67 Westgate Road Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 1SG United Kingdom +44 191 261 0293 http://www.newcastle-arts-cent... |
As well as a gallery space that hosts many prestigious visual arts events each year, the arts centre has one of the best stocked artists materials stores in the region. The Black Swan is a venue for many musical and theatrical shows, as well as being a public bar when no events are taking place. Meeting rooms for up to 200 people are available to hire. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nationally Renowned Craft Gallery |
Prince Consort Road Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE8 4JB United Kingdom +44 191 477 1495 |
Just up the road from Gateshead Central Library is the Shipley - opened in 1917. It continues to be one of the UK's best small provincial art galleries. The Contemporary Craft Gallery is of national importance, displaying a range of glass, ceramics, metalwork, furniture, and jewellery by the country's leading makers. The permanent "Made in Gateshead" exhibition explores the town's industrial history. There is a small collection of Old Master paintings. Exciting exhibition programmes, activities and workshops for young and old reflect the Shipley's long-standing involvement in the local community. There is a small gift shop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hidden gem of a gallery |
9 The Side Quayside Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 3JE United Kingdom +44 191 232 2208 |
Tucked away above a second hand bookshop in an alley near the Quayside, this gallery is well worth taking the trouble to find if you are interested in exhibitions of high quality photography. Enter through the Newcastle Bookshop, and climb some steep and rickety wooden stairs to the compact, one-room gallery space. The sparse and spartan surroundings (white walls and bare floors) leave all your concentration free for the show. The well-lit, well laid-out photographs may exhibit the work of a single artist, or illustrate some theme. Photographers from all over the world have been represented here. Admission: free Unfortunately the aforementioned steep stairs make access difficult for anyone with mobility problems. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Small contemporary art gallery |
Second Floor 39 High Bridge Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 1EW United Kingdom +44 191 221 1712 |
A small contemporary gallery, the Waygood might just qualify as Britain's most difficult gallery to find. Even when you have got to the end of a dark and dangerous-looking alley, you must still climb to the second floor of a most unimpressive looking building. The single display space may house one exhibition, or the work of several artists. Group discussions are regularly held to talk about currently exhibited works, and wider issues in contemporary art. Review © 2007, Wcities |