Cherryburn

This unassuming Northumbrian farmstead is the birthplace of famous artist and naturalist Thomas Bewick.

Bewick is perhaps Northumberland’s greatest artist: a wood engraver and naturalist who revolutionised print art in Georgian England. Cherryburn is set in a tranquil, accessible garden with stunning views across the Tyne Valley.

Discover Bewick's birthplace cottage and farmyard, plus a traditional 19th century farmhouse - the later home of the Bewick family, now a museum - with an unrivalled collection of his work and an exhibition about his life.

Explore our garden, now more accessible for wildlife and people, including the provision of more seating, new wheelchair-friendly and pushchair-friendly paths and a silent space. Picnic on the lawn and relax in surroundings barely changed since Bewick himself was there.

On Friday, 11 September, join our archaeologist Chris - at 11am and again at 2pm - to discover more about Cherryburn through time, including a recent dig to uncover a lost extension to the cottage.

Timings

Friday 11 September:

10:00-16:00, Archaeology talk 11.00 and 14.00

Thursday 17 September:

10:00-16:00

Friday 18 September:

10:00-16:00

Location & directions

Cherryburn, Station Bank, Mickley, Stocksfield, Northumberland, NE43 7DD

Directions:

By road 11 miles west of Newcastle and east of Hexham; follow brown sign off A695 into Mickley village, on to Station Bank. Look out for brown signs pointing to 'Cherryburn' at the only crossroad in the village. Parking: free, 100 yards Sat Nav: some SatNavs can divert to a different route that doesn't reach Cherryburn. Please head for Mickley village. By train Stocksfield 1½ miles; Prudhoe 1½ miles By bus Newcastle to Hexham (passes Newcastle train station), alight Mickley Square, ¼ mile

Contact on day:

Duty Manager at Cherryburn

Telephone number:

+441661843276

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Additional information

The car park at Cherryburn has space for 25 - 30 cars. The path from the car park is sloped, surfaced with fine grain material.

Check out our online channels

Back to results