Seven Stories - The Centre For Children's Books

Some people say there are only seven stories in the world but a thousand different ways of telling them. Seven Stories is about the thousand ways.

Step Inside... Seven Stories, the Centre for Children's Books and explore ever changing landscapes which will inspire ideas and imagination.

Exhibitions

Seven Stories is the only exhibition space in the UK dedicated to the celebration of British children's literature. Our changing programme of exhibitions is designed to spark the imaginations of children and adults, and inspire exciting new work.

Drop-in family activities

There's always a choice of creative activities on offer throughout Seven Stories. Join in with dressing-up and dramatic fun, creative writing and wordplay, illustration and craft activities.

Storytelling

Hear exciting stories new and old for all the family, as you travel to far off places, who knows who you'll meet! Plus under fives and their families can enjoy Storyparty and Bookworm Babies during term time, pre booking and payment is essential call 0845 271 0777 ext 715 for details.

Author and illustrator events

These events are an opportunity for you to meet an author or illustrator, explore how they work to create their books and listen as they talk you through their inspiration, ideas and favourite stories. Author and illustrator events are often followed by a book signing in the Bookshop.

Bookshop

The Seven Stories Bookshop is one of the largest independent specialist children's bookshops in Britain. Explore over 50,000 titles and talk to our friendly, knowledgeable staff about recommendations and any other queries you may have. Admission to the bookshop is free.

School Bookings and Group Visits

Our education team offer a comprehensive school and group visit programme. We also offer professional development packages which gives practical tools to help you plan your literary strategy and schemes of work. For more information call Lisa Moll on 0845 271 0777 ext 722.

Floor Map

Find us in the Ouseburn Valley, just a stone's throw away from Newcastle's bustling quayside.