Land of Oak & Iron Trust - Research Group Drop-in
The Land of Oak & Iron Heritage Centre, Spa Well Road, Winlaton Mill, Blaydon-on-Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE21 6RU
The Land of Oak & Iron Trust's Research Group are engaged in an ongoing mapping project, researching and developing a rich, multi-layered map of the area, full of information about its natural, built, and social heritage. From industrial sites, turnpikes and waggon ways, to forests, regeneration sites, and people of importance across social strata, the maps tell the story of the area through geography and time. The Research Group are also engaged in the preservation of the wider social, industrial, and natural history of the area.
The Land of Oak & Iron Story programme is running from June 2026 for 2 years and aims to refocus the spotlight on the area's rich and fascinating heritage. With funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Groundwork NE&C is supporting The Land of Oak & Iron Trust and other key partners to engage with the public and empower local communities to volunteer and get involved, exploring the area's rich heritage and landscapes through a range of educational and cultural initiatives.
With many incredible stories to tell, the Land of Oak & Iron Trust’s volunteer Research Group will play a pivotal role in this engagement programme. This event is a chance to meet members of the Research Group, explore what has already been mapped and documented, and think about what may yet be discovered. We will be inviting new volunteers to join through this event, so if you are interested, please consider signing up after attending.
Timings
- Tuesday 15 September:
- 1:30pm - 4pm
Location & directions
The Land of Oak & Iron Heritage Centre, Spa Well Road, Winlaton Mill, Blaydon-on-Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE21 6RU
- Directions:
- There are visitor car parks to the front and side of the building. The Red Kite bus route stops close by on the A694 or you can cycle/walk to us along the Derwent Valley Walk!
- Contact on day:
- Jack Burton
- Telephone number:
- +447587777147
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Additional information
The Map Room at the Land of Oak & Iron Heritage Centre is small. We will comfortably be able to accommodate 6-8 people in the room at one time, so we'll operate a waiting list if necessary. Our cafe will be open, and there are short, easy walks departing from the Centre, to fill your time should you need to.
