Copying

We are able to provide high resolution copies of the records we look after. We will try to provide a suitable copy whilst considering the need to preserve the original for the future. Copyright law may, on occasion, prevent us from supplying a copy.

• Your scan will be provided as a digital file. Our default format is a high resolution jpeg, but tiff format files can be provided on request for the same price. Some of our scanners will also allow a higher DPI than our standard settings (400 DPI). Please contact us if you require this. 
• Slides and negatives are scanned at 3000 DPI.
• Copies are only provided for private study and research. 
• If you wish to publish an image of any of our records (including on websites) you will need our permission and to acknowledge Tyne & Wear Archives as the source. A reproduction fee may be incurred depending on the proposed use. 

To discuss your requirements please contact archives@northeastmuseums.org.uk.

Please note: not all records can be copied due to fragility and size.

Our copy prices are calculated according to the size and condition of the original document.

If you would like to order a copy of one of our documents please send us details of the item, including the item, reference number and its name on the catalogue if possible, and we will calculate the cost of this service. Please contact us at archives@northeastmuseums.org.uk.

If you would like to see the full list of our copy charges please download our Copy Charges Document.

If you have a place booked in the Archives search room, you can purchase a one day self-service photography pass before your visit so you can take unlimited photographs on your visit with your own camera or camera phone. The price of a day pass is £10 per day.

If you have booked a microfilm session, this pass will also allow you to save copies of microfilm records to your memory stick. Please note: access to the microfilm copy machine will be shared with other searchroom users, so you may not have dedicated access to this machine for your entire visit.

The use of flash photography and / or tripods is not allowed. All photographs taken are for personal use only.

To order your self-service photography day pass please click here.