'Oh yes it is' - popular panto returns for next two years
The Exchange 1856 has signed a deal with production company Mendes Management to bring affordable pantomime to North East children for...
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Feb 5
FREE film screening for half-term
As the cost-of-living crisis continues to bite, keeping little ones entertained can be costly, which is why we are showing a free film...
Jan 12
Art print company, Spiffing Prints, grows global reputation
Local art print company, Spiffing Prints, has been a tenant at The Exchange 1856 since 2015 and is now selling its work all over the...
Jan 3
New fitness business doubles in size just weeks after launching
New fitness and wellbeing business, Bodhi Pilates is taking on two new instructors and moving to larger space within The Exchange 1856 to...
Jan 3
Show celebrating life and work of Neil Diamond heads to North Shields
With a voice so strikingly similar to Neil Diamond, fans of the music legend might think they’re listening to the man himself when ‘Hello...
Dec 18, 2023
See sought-after local artist's favourite works at The Exchange 1856
Leading North East artist, Mark Taylor is showcasing some of his most-loved paintings at The Exchange 1856 in North Shields as he takes...
Dec 7, 2023
Catching up with our longest serving business tenant
The Exchange 1856 is creating a place where local businesses can grow and thrive. We talked to our longest-serving business tenant, Ian...
Nov 30, 2023
Bookings flood in for North East’s newest wedding venue
North Shields cultural venue, The Exchange 1856 has been inundated with enquiries for weddings after completing a £1m+ refurbishment...
Nov 21, 2023
Charity gig to make Xmas magical for 40,000 needy North East youngsters
Cash for Kids, YMCA North Tyneside and local band, Groovetrain, are coming together for the very first time to put on an epic fundraising...
Nov 20, 2023
Sting gives an exclusive performance at the opening of The Exchange 1856
Performance celebrates the music icon receiving Freedom of the Borough of North Tyneside and marks completion of a £1m+ refurbishment...
Nov 2, 2023
North East actor takes centre stage at The Exchange 1856
Actor Sharon Percy has joined the Exchange 1856 as head of customer service to support those looking to hire the historic North Shields...
Sep 27, 2023
Yoga, Tai Chi and Relaxation classes for just £5 start at The Exchange 1856
Renowned local Yoga teacher, Brenda Grant will begin a combined weekly Yoga, Tai Chi and Relaxation class priced at just £5 a session....
Sep 14, 2023
A Night For Dale, at The Exchange 1856
A celebration of Dale Meeks’ life and career will raise money for a trust set up in the much-loved actor’s name. Star of Byker Grove and...
Sep 11, 2023
'Hilarious' Panto returns to honour Tyneside star, Dale Meeks
Popular Panto, Aladdin returns to The Exchange 1856 this December in honour of much-loved Northeast actor, producer and writer, Dale...
Sep 7, 2023
Meet Emily of Bodhi Fitness
How post baby problems inspired new business – the story behind Bohdi Fitness Emily is on a mission – to build a community with fitness...
Sep 6, 2023
Popular East Coast Swing Band returns for a fifth year
Returning for its 5th year at The Exchange 1856 this November is the ever-popular East Coast Swing Band. Formed more than 15 years ago,...
Sep 5, 2023
Epic transformation at The Exchange 1856 well underway
We’re transforming The Exchange 1856 back to its former glory and the results are amazing. Nestled in the heart of North Shields’...
Sep 4, 2023
Creativity set to flourish at The Exchange 1856's new dance school
We can’t wait until September when acclaimed choreographer, Anthony Lo-Guidice, begins the first sessions for his new dance school –...
Sep 1, 2023
Temporary Closure of Browns
Stuart Egan, Managing Director at The Exchange 1856, said: “Brown’s at The Exchange will be temporarily closed for a short period while...
Aug 31, 2023
A change of scene to boost your team: co-working spaces in North Shields
Why choose a co-working space? With hybrid working now firmly embedded across most workplaces, getting together as a team has never been...
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