The National Glass Centre. Open daily. Free entry.

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Details

Accessibility:

The Glass centre has 80 free parking spaces available, with 8 spaces designated for blue badge holders. There is a drop off and pick up point close to the entrance. Free manual wheelchair hire is available on request at the visitor service desk. Guide dogs welcome on site. Adult changing facilities available.

A full access statement can be downloaded from the glass centres website. Please call ahead if you have any queries.


Brief Description:

The National Glass Centre is a cultural venue and visitor attraction located in Sunderland, North East England. It is part of the University of Sunderland, and was the recipient of the first major arts lottery award in the North East.


Further Information

Address: Liberty Way, Sunderland, SR6 0GL


Email:

info@nationalglasscentre.com


Phone: :

0191 515 5555


Website:

http://www.nationalglasscentre.com


Opening Hours:
Open Daily 10:00 - 17:00

Opening times subject to change over the Christmas period, please see website for opening times.


Directions:
Situated 7.3 miles SE of South Shields via the A1018. Turning left onto the A183 and at both first and second roundabout's take the second exit. This road will then lead you directly to the Glass Centre.

OS NZ 404577


Transport:

Bus services operate in and around this area. The nearest train station is Sunderland Station, situated 2.2 miles SW of the glass centre (12 minute drive/23minutes walk).


Amenities:

Local amenities include, Monkwearmouth museum, The stadium of light. With many eateries, pubs, shops and more in the area.

Travel Information

For further travel information please see: www.traveline.info

Or call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33
(Calls cost 12p per minute plus your phone company's access charge)