Shaun the Sheep on the Tyne art trail

Shaun the Sheep on the Tyne art trail

We're taking part in an exciting, free public art trail that will add colour to the streets, parks and public spaces of Newcastle and its surrounding areas – and you’re invited to join the fun!

Look out for big Shaun the Sheep sculptures outside of: 

• Great North Museum: Hancock 
• Discovery Museum 
• Hatton Gallery  
• Laing Art Gallery 

You'll also find flocks of Little Shaun sculptures at Great North Museum: Hancock and Discovery Museum. 

Click here to learn more about the trail.

Shaun the Sheep on the Tyne is presented by and raising funds for St Oswald’s Hospice. The charity has partnered with creative producers Wild in Art, Shaun the Sheep creator Aardman and Headline Partners Newcastle City Council to bring you a ewe-nique art adventure that the whole family can enjoy. 

Design your own Shaun the Sheep colouring zone

Visit the new pop-up 'Design your own Shaun the Sheep' colouring zone at the Great North Museum: Hancock and enter the competition for a chance to win a Veeva bean bag and treat box. One winner selected every fortnight. Competition ends 27 September 2023. 

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Their mission is to design furniture that not only exudes style but also provides ultimate comfort. They aim to enhance every corner of your home and garden, ensuring relaxation and ease in every space. Discover the full range of products at BeanBagBazaar.co.uk 

Malavika Anderson, Museum Manager at the Great North Museum: Hancock, said: "Working with Bazaar Group has been fantastic, and we're very grateful for their support in helping to create our new 'Design your own Shaun the Sheep' colouring zone at the Great North Museum: Hancock. They have made it a lovely comfortable and creative space for our visitors through their generous donation of their Veeva and Eden soft furnishings.

"We look forward to seeing our visitors enjoying the new colouring zone after paying Shaun the Sheep a visit in and around the museum."