Erected in 1989 in Laurel Park, Dockwray Square, North Shields, the statue (and the park name) marks the fact that Stan Laurel lived in the square at number 8 for five years as a child ...

in North Shields from 1895-1905. Artwork of Laurel's statue was shown at the memorial service, alongside readings and discussions. Credit: ITV Tyne Tees A statue was placed in Laurel Park in 1992 ...

The final years of iconic comedy duo Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy's careers have been recreated for the big screen in upcoming feature film Stan and Ollie. The movie, staring Steve Coogan as ...

North Shields is a Tyneside town with a long ... one which provided inspiration for the great comic actor Stan Laurel? Or the huge number of pubs, clubs, institutions, and venues which provided ...