Historic England Every Day Heritage Grant Success. “Our South Shields: Thanks for the Memories”

South Shields boasts a substantial South Asian community, with many first-generation residents, especially of Bangladeshi descent, who settled in the area during the 1950s. The town has also been home to a Yemini community from the early 20^th century.

Working collaboratively with local people, Balbir Singh Dance Company (Arts Council England - National Portfolio Organisation, and current Artists in Residence at Hatfield college), and Professor Paul Chazot, Department of Biosciences and Wolfson Research Institute for Health and Wellbeing at Durham University, Beamish Museum’s purpose built 1950s style Health & Wellbeing space, which is a copy of original Aged Miner’s Homes in South Shields, will provide an inclusive and enriching space to explore themes around family, work, leisure, ageing and health.  Together this dynamic cultural partnership will explore and celebrate South Shields’ diverse cultural heritage and support the wellbeing of people affected by dementia.