About us

Bensham Grove has provided the community with Adult Education opportunities since the 1920s. The Centre is an English Heritage Grade 2-listed building bequeathed by Elizabeth Spence Watson in 919 Elizabeth Spence Watson. In 1948, the former Spence Watson house was handed over to Gateshead Council as a venue for Adult Education.

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Bensham Grove on film

Click here to watch our exciting short film about Bensham Grove.

And . . . click here to watch a film about the 2020 refurbishment of Bensham Grove and creation of studio spaces for small and creative businesses.

Room Hire

We offer a warm, welcoming and unique environment for company events and meetings.

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