General Info

The Customs House is located within the conservation area of Mill Dam in the town of South Shields. Situated on the south bank of the River Tyne adjacent to the ferry landing, it has impressive views both across and up and down the river. The building is comprised of a 439 seat theatre, 145 seated studio/cinema, gallery spaces, restaurant, private dining room and an events suite.

South Tyneside’s Favourite Arts Centre

The Customs House is located within the conservation area of Mill Dam in the town of South Shields. Situated on the south bank of the River Tyne adjacent to the ferry landing, it has impressive views both across and up and down the river. The building is comprised of a 439 seat theatre, 145 seated studio/cinema, gallery spaces, restaurant, private dining room and an events suite.

For customers who may need to use a wheelchair when visiting the theatre or cinema, please advise our staff at the time of booking so a wheelchair accessible seat can be booked. It is not currently possible to book a wheelchair or accessible seat online.

We also provide several performances and cinema screenings throughout the year which are signed, captioned, or audio described. Please see our what’s on guide, website and digital communications for more information.

Children under the age of 24 months* sitting on their carers laps go free. However, a £2 contribution towards our heritage levy will apply. If your child becomes unsettled, please consider others. *Exceptions apply

Please view our latest T&C’s as they may be subject to change.

The comfort and safety of ALL of our patrons and staff is of the utmost importance to us. Whilst the legal government restrictions around covid-19 change d from 27.01.22. we would politely request that the following measures are adhered to during your visit to The Customs House:

  • Wear A Mask When Moving Around The Building
  • Avoid Waiting In Small Areas (such as the foyer)
  • Use The Hand Sanitisation Points And Wash Your Hands Regularly

Please note: Covid passports, negative lateral flow tests or proof of exemption are no longer required to enter The Customs House

We really appreciate your help and thank you for your co-operation with this.

Concession prices are applicable for some performances to senior citizens, unemployed people, children, students and disabled patrons. You must state concession at time of booking, and proof of entitlement will be required. Only one discount can apply at any one time. A disabled person, who is not able to attend the event unaccompanied, is entitled to one free theatre / cinema ticket for their companion. CEA card must be presented at point of sale. Max card discounts are also available for cinema and selected theatre performances.

If you have selected the E-Ticket option and do not see the email in your inbox, please check your junk mail folder.

If you are unable to attend a performance/screening we can offer to exchange your tickets to another performance of the same show, within its current run, subject to availability and a per ticket exchange fee. Exchanges are not possible for single performances or screenings. To obtain an exchange, you must contact us at least 48 hours before the event. Tickets can be exchanged for a seat of the same value or higher upon payment of the difference in value. If a discount has been applied to the Ticket, then this will only be honoured within the original terms and conditions of the offer. If the Ticket have been booked through a third-party promoter, tickets cannot be exchanged, cancelled, or refunded after purchase unless the third party’s own terms and conditions allow for exchange, cancellation, or refunds.

Except where we offer an applicable ticket exchange or resale facility, tickets cannot be exchanged, cancelled, or refunded after purchase. Where a performance is cancelled or rescheduled by us or a visiting company, or where a performance is cancelled or rescheduled due to circumstances beyond our control, you may request a refund.

The refund for tickets equals the price paid by you to us for such ticket, excluding the per transaction collection or delivery fee. If You have opted to purchase Ticket Protection, please note that this is also non-refundable. Refunds shall only be made to the person who purchased the tickets and, when possible, be made using the same method as was used to purchase the tickets.

Our free car park, situated at the rear of the building, is for the sole use of our patrons attending performances and events. 

Users of the car park do so at their own risk. The management will not accept responsibility for damage, accident or loss.

Car park locked between 11pm – 9am

In Person:

At The Customs House Box Office in Mill Dam, South Shields, NE331ES
Open Tuesday To Sunday 10am – 3pm

Telephone
0191 454 1234 10am – 3pm

[email protected]
Please state clearly the performance you wish to see, the number of tickets, dates, times, prices, name, address and a contact number.

Website: www.customshouse.co.uk

Box Office and Dame Bella’s are closed to the public every Monday.

If you are visiting us on a Monday for a booked event, or have a delivery please call: 0191 427 8199 or 0191 427 8180.

Our Weekly Opening Hours Are:
Box Office – Tuesday to Sunday 10am – 2pm
Bella’s – Tuesday to Sunday 9am – 3pm

The Customs House opens one hour before a show.
The Customs House Cinema opens 30 minutes before listed screening time

Email: [email protected]

Reservations can only be made for groups of 10 or more. Group bookings discounts may be available on selected shows in the season, including special offers for school bookings. Group booking numbers are limited for some performances.

All groups of 10 or more must pay a 10% non-refundable deposit at the time of booking.
Final payment for group bookings must be made four weeks before the date of the performance.

For more information contact 0191 454 1234 or email [email protected]

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