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A colourful pantomime finale featuring costumed actors singing with their hands in the air.
The exterior of a large character red brick building with the words 'Customs House' on it.
The interior of an ambiently lit modern café
Part of a white room featuring a brightly coloured flow chart mural on the walls and work stations with computers on them.
A model of a theatre stage used for play.
An empty theatre auditorium

The Customs House

The Customs House offers arts and entertainment for all, serving the residents of South Tyneside and beyond with a varied programme of live theatre performances, cinema, music, events, projects and activities for children and young people.

Our family cinema tickets are from £22, child tickets from £5.50. Theatre tickets from £12.50.

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Other Facilities

Our Bella’s Bar-Bistro offers a range of food and drinks, with children’s meals available from £3.95. We also have an interactive ‘Stage Space’ where children can immerse themselves by selecting one of the many costumes available and take to the mini stage area.

How to find us

The Customs House is located within the conservation area of Mill Dam in the town of South Shields. Situated on the south bank of the River Tyne adjacent to the ferry landing.

Address: Mill Dam, South Shields, NE33 1ES

Nearest Metro Station: South Shields Interchange

Nearest Bus Stop: Station Road-Industrial Estate

Ferry: The South Shields Ferry terminal is 300 yards walk from The Customs House.

We offer Free Metro and ferry travel with your theatre ticket to and from the performance. Simply show your theatre ticket to the inspector. Travel valid two hours before and after performance.

Parking: Free parking (car park behind The Customs House)

Access

Access information on the Customs House website

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, pricing and opening times before you go.

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