Finalist The Bookseller Retail Awards 2007 – Children's Independent Bookshop of the Year

Seven Stories is the first museum in the UK wholly dedicated to the art of British children’s books. Step inside to celebrate the pleasure of reading and discover how books spark our imagination and creativity. Find us tucked under Byker Bridge in Newcastle’s Ouseburn Valley.

Image: The front of the seven stories building

Current Exhibitions

  1. Green Drops and Moonsquirters the Utterly Imaginative World of Lauren Child

    Are you ready for an adventure? Explore the exciting world of journeys and travel - from the heady heights of My Dad’s A Birdman to a gentle outing with The Little Red Train, hop on board and Seven Stories will take you on ride of your life.

  2. There's Nuffin Like a Puffin

    celebrating 70 spectacular years of Puffin Books

5th Birthday Party with Jacqueline Wilson

Meet Jacqueline Wilson exclusive competition at Seven Stories!

  • Disabled Access
  • Lift Access
  • Disabled toilet
  • Toilets
  • Assistant Dogs welcome
  • Hearing loop system in place
  • Large print available
  • Baby change
  • Shop facilities
  • Food served
  • Café facilities

opening times & prices

mon - sat 10.00am - 5.00pm
sun 10.00am - 4.00pm
single annual
adult £6.00 £20.00
child £5.00 £15.00
family £17.00 £49.50
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