A museum is preparing to unveil its latest exhibits.

Beamish, The Living Museum of the North, is gearing up for the opening of its Remaking Beamish project exhibits.

Visitors will be able to explore a recreation of The Grand cinema, in Ryhope, Sunderland, documenting 1950s cinema-going.

Hexham Courant: There is plenty of old transport to check out There is plenty of old transport to check out (Image: Beamish, The Living Museum)

As well as screening films and period newsreels, it will be incorporating as many elements and features of the original building as possible.

This year also marks the debut of Romer Parrish toy shop and A Reece Ltd electric shop and repair workshop, inserting more flavours of 1950s Britain into The 1950s Town's Front Street.

The museum further extends its historical range with Georgian-era establishments including a pottery and the Drovers' Tavern, which will serve Georgian food and drink.

Visitors will also have the opportunity to have an overnight stay in a Georgian workers cottage.

Hexham Courant: There are even opportunities to stay in Georgian-era cottages There are even opportunities to stay in Georgian-era cottages (Image: Beamish, The Living Museum)

Alongside the new exhibits, there's an array of events in store to entertain every visitor, from pantomime performances and traditional transport showcases to May Day celebrations, and a science weekend for all budding young scientists.

Beamish's events manager, Paul Foster said: "No matter what your interest, you’re sure to find something incredible to see and do at Beamish this year, and we can’t wait to have everyone come and join us."