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Celebrating art & design

The Shipley is the North East's leading gallery of design and contemporary craft. A recent £650,000 redevelopment, resulting in the stunning Designs for Life gallery, showcases over 300 objects. The Shipley also houses an outstanding painting collection including William Irving's The Blaydon Races. Free entry.

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