Heritage Open Days 2014

entry to attractions,

talks and tours!

FREE

2014Thursday 11th to

Sunday 14th September

Whether you’re a local resident or a visitor to Northumberland, our award winning network of Tourist Information Centres with friendly, knowledgeable staff are ready to help.Get in touch today for up to date travel, accommodation and access information for all events.

A warm welcome awaits you in Tourist Information Centres across the county:

Alnwick 01670 622152?Amble 01665 712313?Bellingham 01434 220616?Berwick-Upon-Tweed 01670 622155?Corbridge 01434 632815?Craster 01665 576007?Haltwhistle 01434 322002?Hexham 01670 620450?Morpeth 01670 623455

Seahouses 01670 625593?Wooler 01668 282123

For more information on places to stay and things to do please visit visitnorthumberland.com - you can also download thelatest version of this guide at open.northumberland.gov.uk

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Northumberland Heritage Open Days 2014

Welcome to Northumberland’s

Heritage Open Days 2014Thursday 11th September – Sunday 14th September

Northumberland County Councillor Val Tyler, Policy Board

Member for Community Infrastructure and Culture said “Year

after year the Heritage Open Days proves to be a winner and is

the ideal time to go out and about and explore some of the

fantastic hidden architectural gems that are on your doorstep.”

“With tours and activities there really is something for everyone

no matter what your age is to enjoy and it's all free of charge, so

don't miss the opportunity to get behind the scenes at some of

Northumberland's brilliant attractions.”

Councillor Val Tyler,

Policy Board Member for

Community Infrastructure

and Culture at

Northumberland County

Council.



About this guideThis is your guide to Heritage Open Days 2014. The aim of Heritage Open Days is to give visitors and residents the opportunity to see buildings which are not normally open to the public. It is also a chance to visit for free buildings which would normally charge an admission fee.

We've done our best to give you a flavour of the many events happening all over the county but the information listed may be subject to change and some events require pre-booking. Please double check the details before you travel.

If you would like to receive this publication in large print, Braille, audio, or in another format or language please contact us.

Telephone: 0845 600 6400Type Talk: 18001 0845 600 6400Email: [email protected]

Volunteer opportunities in Northumberland

If you enjoy this year's Heritage Open Days why not consider getting involved with one of the groups who look after Northumberland's historic buildings and special landscapes?

There are many groups looking to recruit new members and volunteers throughout the county.

Please contact Dawn Watson [email protected] for more details.



Please note: this guide includes all registered events at the time of going to press. To see a full list of events in your

area, please visit www.heritageopendays.org.uk

Allendale

Allendale Caravan Park – tour of Old Railway StationEvent Type: Guided walkCatton, NE47 9QFFriday 12th, Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th Phone to arrange timeSuitable for children: YesShort walking tour of the railway remains on the old station. The station is the terminal station on an old mineral line, taking lead from the Allen smelting mill out to the world. To book tel: 01434 683362 or email: [email protected] To find out more visit: www.allendale-holidays.co.uk

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Event Type: Property opening14 Bailiffgate, NE66 1LXSaturday 13th & Sunday 14th 10am – 4pmSuitable for children: Yes JFollowing a major refurbishment our new displays help you to experience ten thousand years of history in one visit. See characters come to life in the museum, don a hard hat and crawl through the “coal mine”, visit Mr Davison in the print works from 10.30am - 3.30pm. Children's activities 11am - 3pm.To find out more visit: www.bailiffgatemuseum.co.uk

Alnwick

Bailiffgate Museum



Bamburgh

Bedlington

St Oswald's Way Short Walk

St Cuthbert's Church, Bedlington

Event Type: Guided walkCar Park below Bamburgh Castle NE69 7BJSaturday 13th 10am – 1pmSuitable for children from age 10 JEnjoy a guided short walk led by Michael Mountney around the Bamburgh area and back via a circular route including part of St Oswald's Way. Going is easy, distance approximately 5 miles. Meet at the car park below Bamburgh Castle.To find out more visit: www.northumberland.gov.uk

Event Type: Property openingChurch Lane, NE22 5ELThursday 11th 11am – 1pm, Saturday 13th 10am – 3.30pm & Sunday 14th 2pm – 4pmSuitable for children from age 4 JSee our restored Memorial Chapel and Colour of Tyneside Scottish 2nd Battalion, along with a Memorial Plaque thought to have been lost in a fire but recently discovered in Holland and returned a few months ago. Discover the fate of local men in our WWI Enlistment Book. There will be craft stalls and musical activities over the weekend with window and church trails for children to complete. To find out more visit: www.achurchnearyou.com



Belford

Ecological Self Build House

Belford Hidden History Museum

Event Type: Property opening/Tour1 West Back Lane, NE70 7NRFriday 12th & Saturday 13th 12pm – 4pmSuitable for children: Yes but must be supervised.Self-build house under construction, using locally grown and milled timber, sheep's wool and wood-fibre board insulation, triple glazed windows and a sedum-planted roof. Passive solar and wood burning stove. Low energy and running costs. Re-use of brown-field site in rural location.Please book for groups of more than eight people.Tel: 01668 213046To find out more visit: www.segalselfbuild.co.uk

Event Type: Property opening/TourThe Reading Room, 11 Market Place, NE70 7NESunday 14th 10am – 4pmSuitable for children: YesFascinating stories from earlier times in our village, including the 7 suffragettes who marched from Edinburgh to London in 1913 and addressed the people of Belford at the Market Cross, men from the district who served in WW1 and the coming of the railway. Special focus this year on local stories from WW1. Resources for family history, photographs, maps, artefacts, interactive screen, listening post and much, much more!To find out more visit: www.belfordhiddenhistory.co.uk

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Belford HallEvent Type: Property opening/TourBelford, NE70 7EYFriday 12th 1pm – 4pm for pre-booked groups only, Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th 11am – 4pmSuitable for children: Yes but some areas not advisable for children under age 7Grade I listed Georgian manor house by James Paine, extended in the Regency period by John Dobson, now divided into private apartments. Communal areas, wine cellar, servants' tunnel and gardens are open. Please pre-book for Friday or groups of over 12. Tel 01668 213576/07709 253032 or email [email protected] find out more visit: www.belfordvillage.co.uk

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Event Type: ExhibitionSt Mary's Parish Church, North Bank, NE70 7LYSaturday 13th & Sunday 14th 10.30am – 4pmSuitable for children: Yes JFlower festival linking with displays of traditional Northumbrian crafts. Watch traditional rugs being made, quilts being stitched, stained glass being demonstrated, baskets being woven and see how local honey is produced whilst listening to Northumbrian pipes. Coffee, lunches, teas.To find out more visit: www.belfordvillage.co.uk/parishchurchofstmary

Northumbria in Crafts and Flowers

© John Harris



Berwick-upon-Tweed

Berwick Castle Tour

From Ditch to Bastion

Event Type: TourRailway Street, TD15 1NFSaturday 13th Tours at 9.30am & 1.30pmSuitable for children from age 10.Probably built by the Scottish King David about 1124, the castle held his royal mint. Discover a forgotten Jacobean palace and find out if the railway really demolished the castle. Each tour is followed shortly by a further tour exploring Berwick's northern defences: From Ditch To Bastion. Meet on Railway Street at the top of Berwick railway station approach road.To find out more visit: www.berwicktimelines.com

Event Type: Walk/TourBerwick, TD15 1LYSaturday 13th 11.30am & 3.30pm Suitable for children from age 10Historian Jim Herbert takes you on a journey amongst the northern mediaeval defences of Berwick that actually saw some action in the Anglo-Scottish wars and bear witness to the changes in technology from the earliest ditch defence to the 16th century bastions. The tour takes in Spades Mire, Bell Tower and Lord's Mount. Follows on from the Berwick Castle tour. Meet at entrance to Berwick Holiday Camp. To find out more visit: www.berwicktimelines.com

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St Andrew's Church

The Tower Tour

The Old Gaol

Event Type: Property openingWallace Green, TD15 1EBSaturday 13th 10am – 4pmSuitable for children: YesThe foundation stone for this building was laid in 1858 and the church opened in 1859. This eventually proved too small and in 1854 a new building, Wallace Green Church, was proposed. A second Church of Scotland came into being in 1879 with the amalgamation of the Low and High Meeting Houses. This became known as St Andrew's Church of Scotland which moved into a new building (now demolished) in Greenside Avenue in 1897. In December 1972 the congregation of Tweedmouth Presbyterian Church of Scotland joined them. To find out more visit: www.berwicktimelines.com

Event Type: TourNess Gate, Pier RoadSunday 14th 10am &11.30amSuitable for children: Yes500 years in 500 yards! Discover the archaeology, history and secrets of Berwick's medieval walls on this short-distance guided tour overlooking the River Tweed. Includes entrance to Coxon's Tower and New Tower. Meet above the Ness Gate at Pier Road on the town walls overlooking the river. To find out more visit: www.berwicktimelines.com

Event Type: Property opening/TourWallace Green, TD15 1EDSaturday 13th Tours every half-hour from 10.30am – 1.30pmSuitable for children: YesThe Town Council agreed in principle in 1836 to build a new gaol but plans were not approved until 1844. In 1878, the building ceased to operate as a gaol and was used as a Court House/Police Station until c.1890. Following alterations to the inside and the addition of a stable block in 1892, the building has held administrative offices for the council.To find out more visit: www.berwicktimelines.com

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Gunpowder Magazine

Main Guard

Holy Trinity Church

Nr Lions House AllotmentsTD15 1JGEvent Type: Property openingSaturday 13th & Sunday 14th 10am – 4pmSuitable for children: YesThis purpose-built ammunition store was constructed in 1751 to provide safe storage of explosives required by the garrison at the nearby Barracks. Among the interesting internal features are the original wooden racks, furnished with facsimile 18th century gunpowder casks. To find out more visit: www.berwicktimelines.com

Event Type: Property opening/ExhibitionPalace StreetTD15 1HNSaturday 13th 10am – 4pm, Sunday 14th 11am – 5pmSuitable for children: YesThe Main Guard was built in 1743, but demolished in 1815 and replaced by a new building in its present position near Palace Green. There are two main rooms in the building, one for the officer of the guard and the other for the soldiers, with a prison cell or 'black hole' where drunks and vagrants could be locked up in between. It contains two exhibitions, 'The Story of a Border Garrison Town' and 'Welfare, Beveridge and Berwick'.To find out more visit: www.berwicktimelines.com

Event Type: Property openingWallace GreenTD15 1EDSaturday 13th 10am – 4pm with tours on the hour 10am – 3pmSuitable for children: YesA very rare example of a church built during the Commonwealth period. Full of historical and architectural interest, it has no tower or steeple, reputedly at the express orders of Oliver Cromwell. In recent years a Millennium window has been installed and the organ has been restored.To find out more visit: www.berwicktimelines.com

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Berwick Magistrates' Court

Archaeology and Artichokes

Berwick Masonic Hall

Event Type: Property opening/Talk40 Church StreetTD15 1DXFriday 12th 10am – 1pm, 2pm – 3.45pmSuitable for children: YesDiscover a place few would normally want to be in. The Magistrates' Court, finished in 1901, was the first public building by R. Burns Dick. There will be displays about crime in Berwick through the ages with re-enactments of crimes at 11am and 2.00pm. Linda Bankier from Berwick Record Office will give a talk at 3pm.To find out more visit: www.berwicktimelines.com

Event Type: Property openingLions House AllotmentsSunday 14th Tours at 1pm, 2.30pm & 4pmSuitable for children from age 10Discover a forgotten 16th century fort and the original south wall of the Elizabethan defences, a bowling green, ropery and icehouses. Oh, and how you can become a budding archaeologist in your own back garden. Meet on the Elizabethan walls near the Gunpowder Magazine and Lions House. To find out more visit: www.berwicktimelines.com

Event Type: Property opening/TourChurch StreetTD15 1ETSaturday 13th 10am – 4pmSuitable for children: YesBuilt in 1872 by the town's St David's Masonic Lodge and still in their possession today, this is one of very few purpose built Masonic halls in the country and is an extremely rare example of Victorian Masonic architecture. Renowned for its beauty and one of the hidden treasures of Berwick, the Hall contains many fascinating examples of artefacts and documents concerning Freemasonry in the town which can be traced back to its origins in 1643. To find out more visit: www.stdavids393.org.uk

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Spittal Fishing Shiel

Berwick Civic Society Heritage Event

Berwick Baptist Church

Event Type: Property opening

Sandstell Road

Spittal

Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th

10am – 3pm

Suitable for children: Yes

The word 'shiel' refers to the seasonal accommodation used by

fishermen and can be found in place names such as Galashiels

and North Shields. The shiels were equipped with bunks and

fireplaces and were used as storage for fishing gear. Sandstell

shiel is a Grade II listed building dating back to 1735 and is the

only surviving un-modernised example on the Tweed. It contains

an exhibition on the history of Tweed salmon fishing.

To find out more visit: www.berwicktimelines.com

Event Type: Exhibition

Berwick Town Hall

TD15 1BN

Saturday 13th 10am – 4pm




Golden Square

TD15 1BG

Saturday 13th 10am - 4pm


Berwick Baptist Church has a long and fascinating history, built

as a grammar school in the early 19th Century. Discover it in an

exhibition about the schools and churches of Golden Square and

the Royal Tweed Bridge. There are many interesting features.


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Join Berwick Civic Society in the splendour of the 18th century

Town Hall. Stalls and exhibitions illustrate different aspects of

Berwick's heritage. And for the children there is a "Find the Bear"

quiz! Refreshments available.

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Palace Green Pavilion

Berwick Drill Hall

Church of St. Bartholomew and St Boisil

Event Type: Property openingPalace GreenBerwickSaturday 13th & Sunday 14th 10am - 4pmSuitable for children: YesThis charming 19th century building was built as a subscription reading room. Later a billiard room was added. For the last 100 years it has been used by the local Scout Movement. Join the 5th Berwick Scouts as they celebrate their centenary with exhibitions of the building and Scouting.To find out more visit: www.berwicktimelines.com

Event Type: Property openingRavensdowneTD15 1DQSaturday 13th 10am – 3pmSuitable for children: YesThe Artillery Drill Hall was built in 1891 by the Newcastle architect James W. Thompson for the 1st Berwick-upon-Tweed Voluntary Artillery. It has a two storey castellated tower rising from the centre of the building. The Army Cadets are hosting this event and displaying an exhibition about the Northumberland Fusiliers.To find out more visit: www.berwicktimelines.

Event Type: Property openingChurch RoadTD15 2AJSaturday 13th 10am – 4pmSuitable for children: YesBoisil was a mid 7th century Abbot near Melrose in the Scottish Borders, now called St Boswells, a corruption of his name. The church became known as St Bartholomew's after an early monastic leper hospital in Spittal. John Mackay Wilson who wrote the original the “Tales of the Borders” stories is buried here. An exhibition about his life and work will be on display.To find our more visit: www.berwicktimelines.com

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Portraits of Northumberland

Castle Vale Park

Union Chain Bridge

Event Type: ActivityWallace Green Car ParkTD15 1EEFriday 12th & Saturday 13th 10am – 4pmSuitable for children: YesMulti-award winning performance arts company November Club will bring its Portraits of Northumberland project to Berwick in a converted horse wagon. Internationally acclaimed artists Julia Barton and Carl von Weiler will work with local people to collect their stories and memories of streets, shops and houses in Berwick for a major production planned for the town in the future.To find our more visit: www.berwicktimelines.com

Event Type: ActivityRailway Street, TD15 1NFSaturday 13th 10am – 3pmSuitable for children: YesCastle Vale Park was formed from land gifted to the town by local baker, John Cairns and opened in 1931. It is home to a rich variety of natural and built heritage, nestling between the remains of Berwick Castle and the medieval town walls. This year it (and nearby Coronation Park) have been regenerated through a major HLF project. Join The Friends of Berwick Castle Parks for a day of family fun activities including tai chi and bird box making.To find our more visit: www.berwicktimelines.com

Event Type: Tour/TalkHorncliffe, TD15 2XTSaturday 13th & Sunday 14th 11am – 3pmSuitable for children: Yes A first as HODs crosses into Scotland! The Union Chain Bridge spans the River Tweed between Horncliffe in England and Fishwick in Scotland. Join the Friends of the Union Chain Bridge as they explain the significance of this engineering landmark. Just up the hill from the Union Chain Bridge on the English side is the Chain Bridge Honey Farm, where there is situated a permanent exhibition on chain suspension bridges.To find out more visit: www.berwicktimelines.com

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Blyth

Blyth Battery

St Cuthbert's – A Church and its People 1914-1918

Event Type: Property opening/TourSouth Beach, NE24 3PQFriday 12th, Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th 11am – 4pmSuitable for children: YesOne of the most complete batteries, containing both WWI and WWII buildings. Including one of the only remaining battery observation posts from WWI. Some military vehicles, George Formby imitator. Tours available. Children’s activities including marching games and crafts.To find out more visit: www.blythbattery.org.uk

Event Type: Property opening/Tour/ActivitySt Cuthbert's Parish Church, Plessey Road, NE24 3BEThursday 11th 10am – 4pm, Friday 12th 10am – 7pm, Saturday 13th 10am – 4pm, Sunday 14th 9am – 4pmSuitable for children: Yes

To find out more visit: www.blythchurches.co.uk

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HY Tyne – Opening Doors to the CommunityEvent Type: Property opening/EventRoyal Northumberland Yacht Club, South Harbour, NE24 3PBThursday 11th & Friday 12th 10am – 4pmSuitable for children from age 5 JCome aboard the floating club ship constructed in 1879 as light vessel LV50. She is one of the last of her type. Come down the gang plank and explore below deck. Learn about the history of the timber light vessel and see storyboards on display. Children will be given an opportunity to make a pirate hat and colour in. Prebook by contacting [email protected] To find out more visit: www.rnyc.org.uk

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Branxton

Chillingham

Flodden Battlefield Walk

Four Castles Walk

Event Type: Guided walkThe Flodden Monument, TD12 4SNThursday 11th 2pmSuitable for children: YesA guided walk over the Battle of Flodden Trail, that is led by a local historian and member of the Guild of Battlefield Guides. The walk is about 2 miles long over hilly grassy tracks and covers the ground where the conflict took place in 1513. Meet at the Flodden Monument, just to the west of Branxton village. To find out more visit: www.flodden.net

Event Type: Guided walkHepburn Woods Car Park, NE66 4EGFriday 12th 11am Suitable for children: NoA 7.5 mile guided all day walk with David Barker starting at Hepburn Woods car park. Featuring Chillingham Castle, Ros Castle, Hepburn Bastle and Hepburn Fort. Hilly in places and can be muddy. Bring a picnic lunch.Meet at Hepburn Woods car park. OS Grid ref: NU073248.To find out more tel: 01670 515351



Corbridge area

Dilston Physic Garden – Medicinal Herb GardenEvent Type: Open gardenDilston, NE45 5QZSunday 14th 11am – 4pmSuitable for children: Yes

To find out more visit: www.dilstonphysicgarden.com

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Event Type: Guided walkSt Andrew's ChurchMarket PlaceSaturday 13th & Sunday 14th 2pmSuitable for children from age 12 JTwo guided walks around the village, describing the history of ancient buildings and the social history of the village. Walk lasts approx 1.5 hours. Max 12 people per tour. To book call 01434 632815 or email Corbridge TIC.To find out more email [email protected]

Guided Walks Around Historic Corbridge



Cornhill on Tweed

Cramlington

Flodden Peace Centre at Crookham

Open Church

Event Type: Guided tourCrookham, TD12 4SXFriday 12th 7pm – 9pm (Tour 7pm). Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th 11am – 4pm (Tours 12pm, 2pm & 3pm)Suitable for children: YesVisit the Peace Garden around the centre and go on a guided or self guided tour. There is an exhibition on the Battle of Flodden 1513. There are refreshments and seats for picnicking. The garden is a safe fenced area for children and great for hide and seek.To find our more visit: www.flodden1513.com

Event Type: Property openingSt Nicholas Church, NE23 6QQFriday 12th & Saturday 13th 10am – 4pmSuitable for children: YesSee the exciting changes that have happened over the years at St Nicholas Church, along with photos of Cramlington through the ages.To find out more visit: www.cramlingtoncofe.org.uk

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Event Type: Guided walkBurn Lane, HexhamThursday 11th, Friday 12th, Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th 2pmSuitable for children from age 5 JTake a guided walk through Hexham's historic tannery area en-route to the House of Correction and see the 'prison like' two storey institution where inmates were encouraged to move to a different parish so as not to be a local financial burden.Meet outside Hexham Abbey shop NE46 3NB. To find out more and pre-book tel: 01434 606034 or email: [email protected] between 10am 11th Aug – 11am 14th Sep

Hexham

Hexham House of Correction



House of Correction – Hexham on the EdgeEvent Type: Guided walkTyne Green RoadNE46 3NHThursday 11th & Friday 12th 1pm – 2.15pm & 2.40pm – 4.30pmSuitable for children from age 5From notorious arsonists to obscure unfortunates; come and see how 19th century Hexham responded to people "on the edges" of town life. (Between 2.15 - 2.40pm the Hexham Guild of Guides will be showing people around the building as part of their guided walks.) To find out more visit: www.tynedaleheritage.org

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Event Type: Demonstration/ActivityMarket PlaceNE46 1XGSaturday 13th 9am – 1pmSuitable for children: Yes JFor over 25 years Andy Bates has been making bespoke leather goods, works of art and historical reproductions. See leatherwork demonstrations with opportunities to craft your own item.To find out more visit:www.visithexham.net

Event Type: Activity/EventLockhart RoomMoothall NE46 3PBSaturday 13th 2.30pmSuitable for children: Yes JAn illustrated talk by craftsman and industry historian Andy Bates about this once-important industry in Hexham, with its roots going back centuries to the Roman occupation. This event follows the morning's demonstrations and have-a-go sessions.To find our more visit: www.visithexham.net

Hexham's Leatherwork Heritage Part I

Hexham's Leatherwork Heritage Part II



Hidden Hexham ConcertEvent Type: ConcertHexham Abbey, Beaumont Street NE46 3NBSaturday 13th 11.45am – 1pmSuitable for children: Yes JUnder the magnificent windows of the north transept, Alistair Anderson will lead Core Music's Hexham Village Band and the Jazz Jammers in a special performance of his composition “Hidden Hexham”. The concert will also include some recently written songs about some of the more quirky of Hexham's characters from 17th-19th centuries. With support from Waitrose Hexham. In partnership with Hexham Abbey Festival.To find out more visit: www.visithexham.net

Event Type: Self guided walk.Leaflet can be collected from Hexham Tourist Information Centre or Old GaolHexham Tourist Information Centre, NE46 1QEThursday 11th, Friday 12th & Saturday 13th TIC 9.30am – 5pm, Old Gaol 11am - 4.30pmSunday 14th 11am – 4pm (TIC Only)Suitable for children from age 5 JThis walk shows the currently known WWI memorials. The walk takes in many of the churches and other public buildings. This will be of particular interest to people who have ancestors listed on memorials. To find out more visit: www.experiencewoodhorn.com/hexham-old-gaol

Hexham in WWI, an Exploration of Known Memorials & Sites of Interest



Hexham's Arches and DoorwaysEvent Type: Self guided walkLeaflet can be collected from Hexham Tourist Information Centre or Old GaolThursday 11th, Friday 12th & Saturday 13th TIC 9.30am – 5pm, Old Gaol 11am - 4.30pmSunday 14th 11am – 4pm (TIC Only)Suitable for children: YesThis walk focuses on some of the intriguing archways and old doorways that can be seen around the town. Some of them have moved over time, here's where you can find out why! Children may well be interested in this trail as there is a range of different arches and doorways, each with their own story.To find out more visit: www.experiencewoodhorn.com/hexham-old-gaol

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Event Type : Opening/TourMarket Place, NE46 1XFFriday 12th 4pm - 5.30pm, Saturday 13th 11am – 4.30pm & Sunday 14th 2pm – 4.30pmSuitable for children: Yes JTake a guided tour up 2 flights of narrow steep steps to see the projection room at the art deco cinema in the town centre. Please pre-book via Hexham TIC between 10am 15th Aug – 12pm 13th Sept. Call 01670 620450 or email [email protected] To find out more visit: www.visithexham.net

Event Type: Activity/EventForum CinemaMarket PlaceNE46 1XFFriday 12th 6pmSuitable for children: Yes JCinema a century ago was a new and exciting form of entertainment. One hundred years on, this special compilation from BFI archives recreates the glorious miscellany of comedies, dramas and newsreels from 1914. Booking is advisable on Tel 01434 601144.To find our more visit: www.forumhexham.co.uk

Forum Cinema Hexham Projection Room Tours

A Night at the Cinema in 1914



Victorian and Edwardian PhotographyEvent Type: EventThe Forum Cinema, Market Place, NE46 1XFSunday 14th 1.15pm & 4.15pmSuitable for children? Yes JHave a go at looking through the lens of a camera of 19th century design. See how early photographers saw the world- upside-down! Have a look at the glass plate the image had to be exposed on to, and the sort of enlarger used to print the pictures. How different is this old photography technique to using today's digital cameras/camera phones and printers with instant results?To find out more visit: www.visithexham.net

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Gibson's Poems and Photographs

What Happened to Hexham Abbey's Monastic Buildings?

Event Type: Activity/EventForum CinemaMarket Place NE46 1XFThursday 11th & Friday 12th 4pm – 8pm, Saturday 13th 12pm – 8pm, Sunday 14th 1.30pm – 8pmSuitable for children: Yes

To find our more visit: www.visithexham.net

Event Type: Property opening/TourHexham Abbey, Beaumont Street, NE46 3NBThursday 11th & Friday 12th 3pmSuitable for children from age 7Find out what happened to the Monastic Buildings after Henry VIII gifted them to Sir Reynold Carnaby in 1537. See the changes made by some of the different owners, including Mrs Beaumont, who created the beautiful Regency Ballroom, the highlight of the tour. Please pre-book by email: [email protected] or tel 01434 602031To find our more visit: www.hexhamabbey.org.uk



Sounds and Sights of a Tynedale Market TownEvent Type: ActivityMoothallNE46 1XFFriday 12th & Sunday 14th 10am – 4pmSee and hear how the historic Moothall stood at the centre of 18th century Hexham life: managing the Market Place, fixing the fines, creating a community.To find out more visit: www.tynedaleheritage.org/Resources/MootMain.htm

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Dukesfield Arches

Lindisfarne Castle

Event Type: Activity/Event Between Slaley & Whitley Chapel NE46 1SGSunday 14th 10am – 4pmSuitable for children from age 1See the remains of the Dukesfield Lead Smelt Mill Arches and learn what they were used for. Our guides will explain the recent archaeology and how it fits into the whole site. There will be display boards detailing the history of the Dukesfield Smelt Mill and its association with the lead mines of the Pennine hills.To find out more email: [email protected]

Event Type: Property openingHoly IslandTD15 2SHSaturday 13th 10am – 4pmSuitable for children: YesConverted by renowned architect Sir Edwin Lutyens, and approached up a steep,cobbled ramp, the castle is accessible by a causeway to the island which closes twice a day with the high tide. Children's trail, nets and buckets for rock pooling.To find out more visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lindisfarne

Holy Island



Kielder

Lowick

Kielder Water Birds of Prey Centre

Lowick Pilgrims Way

Event Type: Exhibition/TalkLeaplish Waterside ParkNE48 1BTThursday 11th & Friday 12th 10.30am – 4.30pmSuitable for children: Yes Come and learn about the ancient art of falconry. Meet our falcons, eagles, hawks and owls.To find out more visit: www.kwbopc.com

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Event Type: Guided walkBastle corner, Lowick (meeting place)TD15 2UASunday 14th 2pm – 5pmSuitable for children from age 8 JEnjoy a guided short walk led by Dr John Daniels from Lowick village along the ancient pilgrims route via a circular route including an exhibition and activities at Hunting Hall Farm. Going is fairly easy, though not for pushchairs; distance approximately 4.5 miles to the farm or alternatively 9 miles to walk to the point where Holy Island is revealed (round trips). Disabled access and younger children's activities at the farm. To find out more visit: www.heritageopendays.org.uk



Morpeth area

Mad Meg of Meldon Guided walk

Morpeth Meander

Morpeth's Heritage Exhibition and Drop In Session

Event Type: Guided walkMeldon Deerpark, NE61 3SWThursday 11th 1pmSuitable for children: NoA guided walk of approx 4.3 miles through Meldon Deer park taking in the sites associated with the story of Mad Meg of Meldon (said to have been a witch and miser who planted hoards of treasure around the local countryside), followed by optional tea and scones at the Kitchen Garden Cafe.Meet at the roadside verge on the B6343 outside Meldon Park entrance. NE61 3SW. Can be muddy so boots essential. To find out more tel: 01670 515351

Event Type: Guided walkThursday 11th 11am – 1pmSuitable for children: YesA gentle guided walk of approx 3 miles with Alan Davison along the route of the Netherton railway, finding relicts of Morpeth's market garden history and much more. Hilly in places. Walk starts/finishes at The Northumberland County Blind Association building, Staithes Lane, Morpeth.For further information tel: 01670 519545To find out more visit: www.morpeth-heritage.co.uk

Event Type: ExhibitionCorn ExchangeMorpeth Town Hall, Market PlaceNE61 1LZSaturday 13th 10am – 1pmSuitable for children: YesExhibition relating to the 300th anniversary of the Town Hall. Family history research advice. Refreshments.For further information tel: 01670 513308www.morpeth-heritage.co.uk www.northumbriana.org.uk/antiquarian%20society

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The Craft Guilds of Morpeth

Morpeth Chantry Bagpipe Museum

Newminster Abbey:

Northumberland's Forgotten Abbey


Butter Market

Town Hall

Morpeth

NE61 1LZ

Thursday 11th & Friday 12th 9am - 5pm, Saturday 13th

10am - 1pm

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Small exhibition of artefacts relating to the town's ancient Craft

Guilds.

To find out more call 01670 513308


Morpeth NE61 1PD

Friday 12th 10am – 3pm

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Discover Northumberland's unique musical instrument, the

Northumbrian pipes. Listen to the delicate chant in our live music

sessions held in the museum and courtyard throughout the day,

you may even be able to have a go at the instrument itself!

Family learning and children’s craft activities.

To find out more visit: www.morpethmuseum.anyserve.co.uk

Event Type: Talk

Morpeth Chantry Bagpipe Museum

Bridge Street

NE61 1PJ

Friday 12th 7pm – 8.30pm


An illustrated talk by local historian Chris Hudson. Discover the

glories of this amazing abbey which once stood on the outskirts

of Morpeth, from its foundation in the 1130s to its destruction

400 years later.

To find our more visit: www.morpeth-heritage.co.uk



Town Treasures!

Past and Present Newgate Street, Oldgate and

Newmarket


Mayor's Parlour and

Council Chamber

Town Hall

Market Place

NE61 1LZ

Thursday 11th 2pm – 4pm

A chance to see Morpeth's magnificent collection of civic

treasures, including the Medieval Town Hutch, cannon balls from

the 1644 siege of Morpeth castle and the 1604 silver gilt mace,

the oldest working mace in the country.


For further information tel: 01670 503866.

www.morpeth-heritage.co.uk


Thursday 11th – Sunday 14th

A photographic exhibition in shop windows showing how the

town and its shops have changed over the years.


For further information tel: 01670 513308

www.morpeth-heritage.co.uk

www.northumbriana.org.uk/antiquarian%20society

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St Andrew's Church, BothalEvent Type: Property opening/Tour

Bothal Village, NE61 6SL

Thursday 11th , Friday 12th, Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th

11am – 4pm


A beautiful church which has the finest collection of medieval

stained glass in Northumberland. There will be local crafts

available to view and buy. Guided tours will be available at

selected times over the weekend. Refreshments available. Guided

tours of the grounds of nearby Bothal Castle available on Sunday.

To find out more visit: www.standrewsbothal.btck.co.uk



Bothal Castle (grounds only)Event Type: Guided tourBothal VillageNE61 6SLSunday 14th 11am – 1pm & 1.30pm – 3.30pmSuitable for children: Yes JInformal guided tours of the grounds of one of Northumberland's hidden gems with archaeologist Barry Mead. Please note there is no access into the castle building itself.To find our more visit: www.morpeth-heritage.co.uk

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The Church of St James the Great

Church of St Mary the Virgin

Event Type: Property openingSt James Terrace, NE61 1BPThursday 11th, Friday 12th, Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th 10am – 4pmSuitable for children: YesA very impressive Victorian church designed by Benjamin Ferrey. Come and see the apse paintings and the fine Minton tiled floor in the chancel. Complimentary tea and coffee and Information leaflets will be available. To find out more visit: www.parishofmorpeth.org.uk/stjames

Event Type: Property opening/ExhibitionSt Mary's Field, NE61 2QTThursday 11th, Friday 12th, Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th 10am – 3pmSuitable for children: YesThe oldest church in the Parish and one of the best preserved medieval churches in Northumberland. Come and see the glorious 14thC Jesse Window. Small exhibitions include suffragette Emily Wilding Davison (Emily's grave is in the churchyard); Joseph Crawhall (Glasgow School of Artists); Women in stained glass; Images of St Mary's by Morpeth Camera Club. Live background music on Saturday: lute, guitar, Northumbrian pipes, organ. For further information visit: www.parishofmorpeth.org.uk/stmary



St Mary Magdelene Church, Mitford

St George's United Reformed Church

St Robert of Newminster RC Church

Event Type: Property openingStable GreenMitfordNE61 3PZThursday 11th 2pm – 4pm, Friday 12th 10am – 12pm, Saturday 13th 10am – 4pm, Sunday 14th 8am – 12pm & 4pm – 6pmSuitable for children: YesThe church is a beautiful Grade I listed building opposite the ruined remains of Mitford Castle. The church has what is thought to be the oldest church bell in the country. To find out more visit: www.mitfordchurch.org

Event Type: Property openingBridge StreetNE61 1PDSaturday 13th 10am – 4pmSuitable for children: YesFeaturing local musicians with music for all tastesTo find out more visit: www.urc-morpeth.org.uk

Event Type: Property openingOldgateNE61 1QFThursday 11th 1pm- 4pmSuitable for children: YesA glorious church with stained glass windows by the renowned William Wailes. Refreshments available in Collingwood House.To find out more visit: www.strobertsmorpeth.com

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Collingwood HouseEvent Type: Property opening

Oldgate

NE61 1QF

Thursday 11th 1pm - 4pm


An opportunity to walk in the footsteps of one of our greatest

naval heroes Lord Collingwood, “Hero of Trafalgar”.

Refreshments available. Nearby St Robert's RC church also open.

To find our more visit: www.strobertsmorpeth.com

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Busman's Holiday: Heritage Coach Tours

The Clock Tower

Event Type: Coach tour

Morpeth Bus Station

Sanderson Arcade

NE61 1PB

Saturday 13th 10.30am – 12.30pm & 1.30pm – 3.30pm


Two hour coach tour with local historian Barry Mead. Discover

how much heritage there is on your own doorstep. Pre booking

essential on tel 01670 503866.

To find out more visit: www.morpeth-heritage.co.uk

Event Type: Property

opening / Guided tour

Oldgate

NE61 1QF

Saturday 13th

1.30pm, 2.15pm & 3pm

Suitable for children from age 6

Built in the early 1600s and

containing the oldest original peal

of civic bells in Britain. The Tower

was even once used as the town's

lock up! Guided tours and ringing

experience every 45 minutes. Pre booking essential on

tel: 01670 503866 or email [email protected]

To find our more visit: www.morpeth-heritage.co.uk



Woodhorn Matters – Matmaking Demonstrations

William Turner Talk & Walk

Event Type: ExhibitionMorpeth Methodist ChurchHoward TerraceNE61 1HHSunday 14th 12pm – 4pmSuitable for children: Yes JDemonstration of traditional 'hooky' and 'proggy' matmaking by the Woodhorn Matters. Plus a small exhibition of work completed by members of the group. www.woodhornmatters.co.uk

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Event Type: Talk / WalkBallroom, Morpeth Town Hall and Turner Garden, Carlisle ParkFriday 12th Talk 11am – 12pm, walk 1.30pm A talk by Dr Marie Addyman on William Turner, born in Morpeth and who went on to become England's first great botanist. Talk followed by a guided walk in the Turner Garden, Carlisle ParkFor further information tel: 01434 605091www.morpeth-heritage.co.uk

John Grundy TalkEvent Type: TalkBallroomMorpeth Town HallNE61 1LZThursday 11th 7.30pm – 9pmSuitable for children from age 10 TV presenter and author John Grundy talks about architect Robert Johnson who rebuilt Morpeth Town Hall in the 1870sFor further information visit: www.gmdt.net



Monkseaton Morrismen

Biddlestone RC Chapel

Event Type: Traditional dancingSaturday 13th 10.15am - 12 05pmSuitable for children: YesMonkseaton Morrismen, together with guest teams from around the country, will be dancing at various locations in Morpeth.

For further information tel: 0191 2523022www.morpeth-heritage.co.uk

Event Type: Property openingBiddlestone VillageNE65 7DTSaturday 13th 10am – 4pmSuitable for children: NoRepaired and constructed by the Selby family of Biddlestone Hall, the chapel is furnished in mid-Victorian Gothic Revival manner, with a three-light east window containing stained glass which dates from 1862.To find out more visit: www.hct.org.uk

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?Market Square 10.15am - 10.55am?Sanderson Arcade 11am - 11.20am?Joiners Arms 11.45am - 12.05pm

Event Type: Property openingCamboNE61 4ARSaturday 13th 10.30am – 5pmSuitable for children: Yes JDiscover Wallington, much-loved home to generations of the unconventional Trevelyan family. Explore the history of Northumberland and be inspired by the beautiful furniture, family paintings and treasured collections. The house is surrounded by an informal landscape of lawns, lakes, woodland, parkland and farmland, with a beautiful walled garden hidden in the woods. Children’s trail £2.50To find our more visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wallington

Wallington

Netherton



Rothbury

All Saints Parish Church, RothburyEvent Type: Property opening Church StreetNE65 7UPThursday 11th, Friday 12th, Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th 9am – 8pmSuitable for children: Yes JAll Saints is an ancient place of worship with evidence of an early Christian community and links to the Armstrong family of Cragside. The baptismal font stretches back more than 1,000 years. The clock and bell tower are well worth a visit although its entrance is via very steep stone steps. Max 8 people per tour/sessionTo find out more visit: www.coquetdaleanglican.org orwww.rothbury.co.uk

JDiscover the first house in the world to be lit by hydroelectricity and explore a spectacular landscape of over 1000 acres with beautiful gardens, ruggedwoodland and tranquil lakes. Children can enjoy the adventure Play Area, Trim Trail and Labyrinth, as well as family walks and trails. To find out more visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/cragside

CragsideEvent Type: Property openingRothburyNE65 7PXSaturday 13th 10am – 5pmSuitable for children from age 3



Seaton Delaval

Seaton Sluice

New Hartley Memorial Hall

Seaton Delaval Hall

Event Type: ExhibitionSt Michael's Avenue, New Hartley, NE25 0RPSaturday 13th & Sunday 14th 10am – 4pmSuitable for children: NoExhibition covering the January 1862 Hartley Colliery Hester Pit Disaster when 204 men and boys perished in what was then the biggest mining disaster in the world. This year also commemorates the 150th anniversary of this event and on display will be the especially commissioned Hartley Banners. New Memorial Pathway in the Memorial Gardens.To find out more visit: www.seatonvalley.org.uk

Event Type: Property openingThe Avenue, Seaton Sluice, NE26 4QRSaturday 13th 11am – 5pm Last entry 4.15pmSuitable for children from age 4A great house set in its own estate with lovely gardens and a fine collection and yet so much more. Built between 1719 and 1730 for Admiral George Delaval, it is among the finest works of its architect, Sir John Vanbrugh, one of the masters of English Baroque. There is a woodland play area for children to enjoy.To find out more visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/seaton-delaval-hall

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Watch House Museum

Roberts Battery WWI Structures


3 Rocky Island

NE26 4RB

Friday 12th, Saturday 13th 10am – 4pm &

Sunday 14th 10am – 4.30pm


Grade II listed 1880 Volunteer Life Saving Company Muster room

with integral observation tower. View our collection of rocket

apparatus, historic photographs and interpretation panels.

Spectacular views out over cliffs and sea. Screen shows

architecture of the village over the last century.

Event Type: Tour

Fort House

Old Hartley

NE26 4RL

Thursday 11th, Friday 12th, Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th

10am – 4pm


WWI coastal defence battery, including Officer's quarters, water

tower, store, jail and fortified toilet block. Also remains of WWII

anti-aircraft site and where they tested radar. External access

only. Delaval Arms pub does food and drink.

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Stocksfield

CherryburnEvent Type: Property openingStation Bank, Mickley Square, NE43 7DDSaturday 13th & Sunday 14th 11am – 4pmSuitable for children: Yes JExplore the birthplace and artwork of Northumberland's most famous artist - Thomas Bewick. There will be traditional printing demonstrations and you might also want to take a peek at some of Bewick's original work, explore the wildlife gardens or dress up in 18th Century style clothing.To find out more visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/cherryburn

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Wylam

George Stephenson's Birthplace CottageEvent Type: Property opening / ExhibitionNr Wylam, NE41 8BPSaturday 13th & Sunday 14th 11am – 5pmSuitable for children: YesTake a ½ mile walk to discover the humble birthplace of great railway pioneer, George Stephenson, whose entire family lived in just one room. Our costumed guide tells the story of how challenging life was for mining families like George's, that once crammed into this now charming little stone cottage, nestled in a pretty garden near the river Tyne.To find out more visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/george-stephensons-birthplace/visitor-information



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RoadEasy access from the A1/A1(M) and the A69.

RailFor information about train times and fares contact National Rail Enquiries: 08457 484 950.Stations are located at Alnmouth, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Corbridge, Cramlington, Hexham, Morpeth and Newcastle.

BusFor information about bus times and fares contactTravel Line: 0871 200 2233.

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