Welcome to Seven Stories
Join us this summer as we celebrate 20 years of story magic!

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Welcome to Seven Stories
Join us this summer as we celebrate 20 years of story magic!

About Us

We are the UK's National Centre for Children's Books - a FREE entry venue in Newcastle celebrating the magic of children's stories through exhibitions, performances and workshops.

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Our Purpose

Our mission is to celebrate, preserve and share Britain's literary heritage for children through our national accredited collection of original manuscripts, artwork and unique archives.

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Let your summer adventure begin!

Embark on a magical journey as we take an adventure by book!
Dive deep into our summer programme - blast off into space, uncover the ocean's secrets and explore the Land of Lost Stories.
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Take an adventure by book...

This Summer we have a very exciting challenge for all young readers!
Take part in the Adventure by Book Reading Challenge by reading six books over the Summer holidays. Collect your activity sheet from Box Office. This challenge can be completed alongside our BRAND NEW Page Turners Book Club!
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"An absolute hidden gem. I adore this children's literature-themed place so very much."

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Be Part of our Story

Your support enables us to bring stories to life for children and young people everywhere.
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"As an aspiring writer I've studied and warmed to the idea that there are seven fundamental types of stories, so I couldn't believe my luck at seeing this concept brought to life so beautifully at Seven Stories."

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