About | The Exchange

AFFORDABLE. ACCESSIBLE. INCLUSIVE. ENRICHING.

Our foundations and goals are built around enhancing and improving the lives of people and businesses across North Tyneside.

Our vision..

To create a world-class, fully utilised, multi functional, well-funded, sustainable asset for North Tyneside and its communities.

WORKING TOGETHER

for a positive impact

Set in the heart of North Shields’ Cultural Quarter, The Exchange 1856 will play a pivotal role in North Tyneside and the Combined Authority’s strategy to reinvigorate the town through cultural and creative opportunities.

Working together with our partners and local communities, we will be creating a cultural eco system for people and businesses in North Shields to create a place that changes lives for the better.

Aims to success...

We plan to make instant impact by significantly investing in the facilities, creating employment and expanding our offer.

COMMUNITY
+IMPACT

To deliver a community focused offer, in line with the cultural values of North Tyneside, and increase the number of community users of The Exchange 1856 by 90%

CULTURAL
+CREATIVE

To play a pivotal role in North Shields’ Cultural Quarter and help reinvigorate North Shields through cultural and creative opportunities.

ARTS

To increase the arts programme on offer at The Exchange 1856 by 90% by Summer 2024.

CREATIVE
INNOVATORS

To create a business incubator centre offering free office space, technology, advice and support.

BUSINESS
GROWTH

To support local businesses with fixed and flexible exclusive office space.

FUTURE
GENERATIONS

To create a long-term sustainable business at The Exchange 1856 that will serve the wider community of North Tyneside and beyond for the generations ahead.