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A close-up photo of a model ship. People can also be seen in the background looking at objects in the Pushing the Boat Out exhibition.

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Robert (Bob) Olley holding his painting entitled ‘Fag Break’

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Image © 'The Rivet Cooker' by Robert Olley

Pushing the Boat Out

Shipbuilding, ship repair and associated industries in South Tyneside

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Opening hours

Monday 10:00 - 17:00 
Tuesday 10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday  10:00 - 17:00
Thursday 10:00 - 17:00
Friday 10:00 - 17:00
Saturday 11:00 - 16:00
Sunday CLOSED

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