Old Low Light Heritage Centre

About Old Low Light Heritage Centre

The Old Low Light Heritage Centre occupies a historic navigation-light building at Clifford's Fort on North Shields Fish Quay. It reopened as a heritage centre in 2015 after a major restoration and is run by the local charity The Net North Shields. Exhibitions across the building interpret the history of the Fish Quay and the fishing community, from its origins to the present day.

As well as its heritage displays, the centre has a cafe with outdoor seating overlooking the river and a gallery space used for changing exhibitions and community events. It is generally open daily during the day and is a regular stop on walks around the Fish Quay and the wider riverside.

Featured in These Guides

Blog posts and guides that feature Old Low Light Heritage Centre.

North Shields on Screen: Film and TV Locations

From DCI Vera's cup of tea on the Fish Quay to the streets that shaped Sam Fender, North Shields has quietly become one of the North East's most filmed corners. A guide to the town on screen.

Family Days Out in North Shields

Boats, a Victorian park, a ferry ride and street food by the water. Our guide to the best things to do with children in North Shields, whatever the weather.

A North Shields Maritime Heritage Trail

North Shields grew up around fishing, the river and its lighthouses. Our walking trail through the town's maritime heritage, from Clifford's Fort and the High and Low Lights to the Georgian squares up the bank.

The Best Places to Eat and Drink on North Shields Fish Quay

North Shields Fish Quay has become one of the North East's best places to eat and drink. Our guide to the quayside restaurants, bars, pubs and fishmongers, from waterfront warehouses to the oldest pub in town.

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