Seven Stories

Newcastle upon Tyne

A museum celebrating children's literature with interactive exhibits and activities

Opening Open every day except Wednesdays during term-time, 10AM to 5PM (times may be subject to change).

Price Free entry, including free exhibitions and gallery spaces. Optional paid Storytimes, Workshops and Performances can be pre-booked.

Typical visit Not provided yet

Age fit A children's literature-themed attraction, described as a great place for families of all ages.

Setting indoor

The experience

About this day out

Seven Stories is the UK's National Centre for Children's Books, a free entry venue in Newcastle's Ouseburn Valley celebrating children's stories through exhibitions, performances and workshops. It houses a national accredited collection of original manuscripts, artwork and archives, plus a specialist children's bookshop and an onsite coffee shop with views over the Ouseburn.

When to go

Opening calendar

Open every day except Wednesdays during term-time, 10AM to 5PM (times may be subject to change).

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What it costs

Prices at a glance

Admission: Free entry, including free exhibitions and gallery spaces. Optional paid Storytimes, Workshops and Performances can be pre-booked.

Prices can change. Confirm ticket terms with the venue before booking.

Practical details

Facilities & accessibility

At a glance

🧒 Ages 0–16Coffee ShopSpecialist children's bookshopExhibitions and gallery spacesLift access to every floorAccessible toilets (Level 1)Baby-changing facilities (Levels 1 and 2)Venue hire for meetings, conferences and celebrations

Accessibility: Housed in a seven-storey listed building with a single lift serving every floor (priority given to those with access requirements). Accessible toilets on Level 1, baby-changing facilities on Levels 1 and 2, disabled parking in all nearby car parks, and guide dogs welcome. Box Office can be contacted at info@sevenstories.org.uk for support.
Parking: Car parking along Lime Street, with more spaces in the Arches Car Park under Byker Bridge and Ouseburn Central Car Park on Foundry Lane, NE6 1LH. Disabled parking available in all three areas. Closest metro stations are Manors and Byker, both about a 10-minute walk away.
Dogs: Dogs are welcome in the coffee shop and bookshop (well-behaved and on a lead); guide dogs are welcome throughout the building.

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