North East
Properties and events in North East
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'The Workers' Church' - St Hilda's Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne
Railways and shipbuilding are inextricably linked to the story of St. Hilda's Jesmond (1905). Everyday histories of local people, Arts & Crafts features, a hanging pix and a magnificent triptych by artist Francis Newbery of Glasgow.School of Art.
All Saints Church and Churchyard open day - Langley Park
A chance to explore the church, find out what's happening in the churchyard, and discover the history of the village contained there.
Allendale Historic Quaker Meeting House
Allendale Quaker Meeting House and burial ground, just a few minutes walk from the centre of the town, is a place of tranquillity steeped in the history of the Allen Valleys and the Quaker community who have worshiped here since the 1660s.
AudaTours Durham Audio Tour: Hands That Built Durham
A self-guided audio tour of Durham, exploring the masons, miners and cathedral craftspeople who built the city.
Bell Ringing in Berwick Townhall
Visit the Bell Tower in the Town Hall to find out about the history of Berwick's bells and see how they are rung. Unusually these bells are in a civic building and not a church.
Beneath This Ground: Music and Poetry at Ballast Hills Burial Ground
Join us at Ballast Hills Burial Ground for "Beneath This Ground," a moving performance of poetry and fiddle music inspired by the lives of the 40,000 people buried here, bringing their stories to life in this atmospheric historic setting.
Bensham Grove: A Day of Heritage & Homecoming
Step inside Bensham Grove for a joyful day of heritage, creativity, and community. Explore our historic rooms, discover local stories, enjoy hands‑on arts activities, and celebrate the people who shaped this special place. All ages welcome.
Big Battlefield Walks Weekends - Civil War Siege of Newcastle 1644
Civil War Events in Newcastle
Birkheads Secret Garden
Visit Birkheads Secret Gardens to see the transformation of a former opencast mining site. The completed restoration is now a rural haven for wildlife, locals & international tourist attraction.
Brinkburn Brewery Tour: Local Brewing History and Ballast Hills Stories
Take a tour of Brinkburn St Brewery and enjoy a a small display on the brewing-related occupations of people buried at Ballast Hills Burial Ground, including brewers, publicans, coopers, maltsters, labourers, and merchants.
Brinkburn Brewery Tour: Local Brewing History and Ballast Hills Stories
Take a tour of Brinkburn St Brewery and enjoy a a small display on the brewing-related occupations of people buried at Ballast Hills Burial Ground, including brewers, publicans, coopers, maltsters, labourers, and merchants.
Brinkburn Brewery Tour: Local Brewing History and Ballast Hills Stories
Take a tour of Brinkburn St Brewery and enjoy a a small display on the brewing-related occupations of people buried at Ballast Hills Burial Ground, including brewers, publicans, coopers, maltsters, labourers, and merchants.
Chillingham Road Primary School Museum
A small museum showing the history of one of the oldest schools in Newcastle. A museum full of fascinating information about school life and South Heaton from Victorian times, through two World Wars, up to the present day.
Christ Church
Visit one of the oldest buildings in North Shields.
Church of Our Lady of Mercy and St. Godric
Between the train and the bus stations, a landmark in the Durham City Conservation Area, St. Godric's Grade II listed church was designed by Edward Pugin. Opened in 1864 it has beautiful examples of Victorian stained glass and a fine high altar.
Coanwood Quaker Meeting House
Bring a packed lunch or tea and enjoy the ambiance of the Meeting House and grounds. Open all day from 8am to 8pm Special talk by David Penn on the Quakers of West Northumberland View some history of the area made available on the Heritage Open Days
Cotherstone Old Chapel Project
Former Wesleyan Methodist Chapel, also village school until 1965. Now community owned/run shop, café and heritage centre. Special display of material showing the history and refurbishment of the building. Village guided walk leaflet. Refreshments
Cragend: Cragside's little neighbour, with a big story!
Cragend Farm is an award winning unique site: From the Big Bang to the 21st century: enjoy a sensory historical tour, including artefacts and research and experience the unique work of businessman and innovative engineer Lord Armstrong of Cragside.
Darlington Library
Guided tour of the library including basement areas not usually open to the public.
Durham Crematorium
A rare chance to see behind the scenes, learn about cremation and view this rich and beautifully detailed building and its grounds.