From Our Streets to Our Seas

From Our Streets to Our Seas is a community-based film and storytelling project led by Tyneside Cinema and produced in partnership with Pinwheel. Unfolding in three chapters across Newcastle and North Shields, the project celebrates the voices, histories, and creative expressions of local communities along the Tyne.

Explore the Project's Creations

Fishing for Memories

 

A series of short films animated by Sheryl Jenkins, soundtracks by Staithe and including poetry written by Olly Armstrong and members of the North Shields Fish Quay Community.

Fishing for Dreams

Fishing for Hope

Fishing for Ghosts

Fishing for Myths

Tides

A short film produced by Sam Gannie and Tony Gannie.

North Shields Fish Quay map designed by Mim Robson

A selection of recipes collected from the West End Women and Girls Centre, produced by Mim Robson

From Our Streets to Our Seas EP produced by Bridie Jackson and The Bostey, and ‘Letters in Bottles’ Music Video by Sheryl Jenkins and the young people at The Bostey

About From Our Streets to Our Seas

 

  • In Newcastle’s West End, women at the West End Women and Girls Centre worked with artist Mim Robson to explore themes of resilience and identity through food and nature-inspired printmaking. Their work culminated in a beautifully crafted printed recipe book that celebrates personal stories and culinary heritage.

 

  • The Bostey, based in the East End, brought together young people to reflect on place and belonging. Collaborating with musician Bridie Jackson and animator Sheryl Jenkins, they produced an original EP and a series of music videos, which were launched with a live session at Tyneside Cinema.

 

  • The final chapter, set in North Shields, focused on the legacy of the fishing industry and was supported by Historic England’s Everyday Heritage grants. Artist Olly Armstrong facilitated poetry workshops with local residents, capturing personal reflections and memories of life on the quay. Filmmakers Sam and Tony Gannie produced a short documentary titled TIDES, which explores the rich history of the area and envisions its future. Staithe (Bridie Jackson and Nick Pierce) and Sheryl Jenkins returned to create five animated shorts with original soundtracks, inspired by the stories gathered from the community. Mim Robson also designed a bespoke illustrated map, guiding visitors on a self-led trail through the histories and voices of the Fish Quay.

 

The project culminated in a celebratory event featuring a full showcase of the work, including a photography exhibition by Amberside and a panel Q&A with local voices who have both shaped and been shaped by the Fish Quay.

From our Streets to Our Seas’ was kindly supported by: