Durham Pop-Up

Two Tales

A Seven Stories Pop-Up in Durham City Centre

Let’s take an adventure by book…

Bookshop, Coffee shop, Gallery, and School Workshops

The perfect place to grab a coffee and enjoy a story…


Open most Thursdays – Saturdays: 10:00-16:00

Opening and closing times may vary due to venue operations.

Please be aware that there is no in-building lift access to our second floor.  However, if you contact us in advance of your visit, we can arrange lift access for you through the Prince Bishop shopping centre.

School Workshops in Durham

Are you looking for a unique experience to support reading for pleasure? Explore what's in store at Two Tales!
Find out more about our school workshops using the link below.
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Storytimes at Two Tales

Our classic Seven Stories stories in Durham!
Visit Two Tales to enjoy Storytimes, please check availability in advance as days & times are subject to change.
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A Story-Driven Pop-Up With A Purpose

 

Two Tales provides a dynamic space where children and families can step into stories and unlock the magic of reading together. This new initiative aligns with the Seven Stories mission: to make books tangible, accessible and alive.

Much like our Visitor Centre in Ouseburn, Newcastle, Two Tales is a place where literature leaps off the page and inspires visitors to see reading as an adventure.

Why Two Tales matters

 

For the last twenty years, Seven Stories has been a treasure chest of imagination – a place where books aren’t just read but experienced. We are regenerating the high street by transforming a vacant shop and delivering the following:

  • Reach children and families, ensuring access to books and creativity for all
  • Boost literacy and confidence among those with limited access to books
  • Celebrate the transformative power of stories, showing that every journey – whether on the page or in life – begins with imagination