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St. Mary's Heritage Centre and its collection

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St. Mary's Church, which sits high above the River Tyne close to The Sage Gateshead, reopened on the 16th December 2008 following a £1.2m transformation, funded by Gateshead Council, the European Regional Development fund and the heritage lottery fund, into Tyneside's newest visitor attraction. The interior of the Grade 1-listed church has been completely stripped out to return it as far as possible to its former state, and is now open to the public with a programme of exhibitions and activities including a new family history section focusing on the church and the nearby area.

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St. Mary's Heritage Centre
St Mary's Church Oakwellgate
NE8 2AU Gateshead

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
10:00 – 16:00
Wednesday Closed
Thursday
10:00 – 16:00
Friday
10:00 – 16:00
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

St Mary's Heritage Centre is currently closed to the public while management of the site is transferred from Gateshead Council to Tyne and Wear Building Preservation Trust.

Opening hours are subject to change due to private events.

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Admission

St Mary's Heritage Centre is currently closed to the public while management of the site is transferred from Gateshead Council to Tyne and Wear Building Preservation Trust.

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Facilities

Wheelchair accessible
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Location & Map

St Mary's Church Oakwellgate, Gateshead

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    St. Mary's Heritage Centre in Gateshead, England, offers visitors an opportunity to explore local history in a restored 12th-century church building. The center provides information about Gateshead's heritage through exhibits and displays. Visitors often appreciate the well-preserved architecture and the peaceful atmosphere of the former church. The center houses various artifacts and photographs that depict the area's past. While some find the exhibits informative, others mention that the content could be expanded. The staff is generally described as friendly and knowledgeable, enhancing the visitor experience. The center's location, with views of the River Tyne and Newcastle, is often highlighted as a positive aspect. However, some visitors note that the center is relatively small and can be explored quickly. Overall, St. Mary's Heritage Centre offers a modest but meaningful glimpse into Gateshead's history, though it may not provide an extensive museum experience.

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