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A still from an animation showing a child in a dressing gown flying through the night sky with a snowman.
An adult carries a child. They are holding a balloon and there are bubbles raining down on them.
A man in a suit sings into a microphone. An orchestra can be seen behind.
A woman in a Santa hat plays the violin, smiling
Three women sing into a microphone. There are graphics of clouds and ghosted images of their faces behind them.
A child with greased back hair puts his hands on his face. He has a surprised expression.
A still from an animated film showing a boy riding a black dragon.
A still from a film shwing a T Rex roaring. There are vehicles around it.
A Sith in a red hooded cloak holds a lightsaber.
The exterior of the Glasshouse, a glass building on the riverside with a curved, undulating silhouette.

The Glasshouse International Centre For Music

In our iconic building on the banks of the River Tyne in Gateshead, thousands of families enjoy the magic of live music every year. With concerts and classes for toddlers, teens, and everyone in between, check out what’s on and make magical family memories to treasure forever.

Price:

  • It’s free to come in and look around, enjoy the views, and have a cuppa in the café or visit the shop.
  • Event ticket prices vary – see what’s coming up.
  • Family tickets, £5 tickets for under 17s, £10 tickets for 18-30s, and discounts for groups of 10+ people are available on certain events.
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Other Facilities

• Café (including Kids Menu)
• Free travel on the Metro with your concert ticket 2 hours before and after the show
• Gift shop
• Co-working spaces and charging points
• Free Wi-Fi
• Indoor children’s play area
• Baby changing facilities on every floor
• Changing Places toilet
• Breastfeeding friendly
• Accessible lifts

How to find us

Address: St Mary’s Square, Gateshead NE8 2JR

Car park postcode: NE8 2BA

Car park available on site (Free up to one hour)

Cycle racks available on site

Nearest train station: Newcastle Central (20-minute walk away)

Nearest metro station: Gateshead (10-minute walk away)

Nearest bus stations: Explore – Go North East

Access

Visiting The Glasshouse is easy and welcoming. Need step-free routes from the metro, early seating, a quiet spot, or space for your support dog? We’ve got you covered. We can make every visit smooth, safe, and fun – and personal assistants may get in free. Check out our access guide online:

Access information | The Glasshouse

Before you visit

At Family Explorers we do our best to keep this listing up to date but we recommend checking websites for any updates on facilities and opening times before you go.

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