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Heritage Open Day: The Ralph Gardner Story
Two short films about the local hero who challenged Newcastle's monopoly over trade on the Tyne, followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers.
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Saturday, 19 September 2026See bookingOld Low Light Heritage Centre, Clifford's Fort, Fish Quay, North Shields, NE30 1JAFreeby Old Low Light Heritage Centre
About This Event
As part of Heritage Open Days, the Old Low Light screens two short films telling the story of Ralph Gardner, the North Shields man who took on Newcastle's monopoly over trade on the Tyne, with a Q&A with the filmmakers afterwards.
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