What's On Meldon

Come along to our monthly event held in Morpeth’s Town Hall which is located in the main street of Morpeth’s historic town centre.

One of a series of monthly talks on a wide range of topics, followed by a cream tea with home-made scones and jam.

Unique 27 acre garden encompassing formal garden with Lutyens designed canal, Lutyens structures and walled kitchen garden. Valley with stream and various follies, quarry garden and woodland walks. Large numbers of ornamental trees and shrubs planted over many generations.

Join Matthew Fitch on a guided walk around Northumberlandia. Learn about the wildlife and the site whilst enjoying the fresh air and benefits of walking. No booking required just drop by the café.

This years Annual Concert on May 12th presents an evening of song, modern, traditional, choral and local with a Very Special Guest Barbershop Quartet. Tickets are now on sale. Raffle and refreshments. Tickets from Al’s Superstore Ashington, Choir members or ring Colin on 01670815534.

Bram Taylor Band

Great to see Pete back inaction backed by a great group of musicians

Pete Scott

New to Cramlington a warm welcome to Sally

Have a go at a free 10k run through the estate on the fourth Sunday of every month (excluding December). Lace up your trainers and have a go at our monthly 10k run. Booking Not Needed. Run is suitable for ages 14 and over with parent’s discretion. Dogs on leads welcome.

The Formal Garden is in the ’High Victorian’ style created by the 1st Lord and Lady Armstrong. Incl orchard house, carpet bedding, ferneries, Italian terrace and Rose borders. The largest sandstone Rock Garden in Europe with its tumbling cascades.

Come along to our free children’s craft activity, where you can make interesting items for gifts for loved ones, a new toy to keep yourself or an exciting piece of artwork! Booking Not Needed.

Seaton Delaval Hall’s expert guides invite you to discover the history of the flamboyant Delaval family and the tale behind Vanbrugh’s architectural gem.

Join us every Monday from 26 February to find out what’s going on in the gardens at Seaton Delaval Hall. Meet a member of our expert team, find out what’s in bloom and learn more about the gardens and the landscape surrounding the hall. Booking Not Needed.

Seaton Delaval Hall’s expert guides invite you to discover the history of the flamboyant Delaval family and the tale behind Vanbrugh’s architectural gem.

Witness the sun setting then join our bat ecologist inside the Central Hall and learn about the fascinating creatures that roost and hibernate on site. Your chance to see Seaton Delaval Hall at its most beautiful, when the light of the sun catches the detail of the stonework.

Come along to our free children’s craft activity, where you can make interesting items for gifts for loved ones, a new toy to keep yourself or an exciting piece of artwork! Booking Not Needed.

Join us every Monday from 26 February to find out what’s going on in the gardens at Seaton Delaval Hall. Meet a member of our expert team, find out what’s in bloom and learn more about the gardens and the landscape surrounding the hall. Booking Not Needed.

Discover the art of printing with live demonstrations in our press room. Discover the art of printing with live demonstrations by expert volunteer printer Shona. She’ll also be happy to answer any questions. Event is subject to volunteer availability. Booking Not Needed.

Wake up bright and early for a walk at Cherryburn and identify some of our garden birds by their song. Wake up bright and early for a walk at Cherryburn and identify some of our garden birds by their song. Hot drink included. Booking Essential. Phone: 01661 843276.

Meeting of Submariners and partners from the Nort East area for breakfast

Jizzy Pearl. Artists performing: Jizzy Pearl.: Tickets avaiable.

If, like us, you’re a lover of candlelight and would love to make your own bespoke candles then come and join us and get creative. All materials for this workshop will be provided and a range of teacups, jars and quirky vessels for you to take your sweet smelling scents home will be provided.

Become an origami master with our short sessions, focusing on a different theme each month. Great for all ages and abilities; we’ll cover birds, flowers, animals, mythical creatures, geometric decorations, gift boxes and more! This workshop is recommended for ages 12 and up.

Rag wreaths got you tied up in knots? Everything is provided for you in our wreath workshop to make your very own rag wreath to complete and take home with you.

Tried the basics but wary about painting a larger item? We’ve got you covered. In this workshop we take you to the next level of upcycling and focus on perfecting your technique.

Matthew Bourne’s Cinderella, a thrilling love story set in London during the Second World War.  A chance meeting results in a magical night for Cinderella and her dashing young RAF pilot, together just long enough to fall in love before being parted by the horrors of the Blitz.

The Kite Runner begins in Afghanistan, a divided country on the verge of war where two childhood friends are about to be torn apart. It’s a beautiful afternoon in Kabul and the skies are full of the excitement and joy of a kite flying tournament.

Speed Dating in Newcastle How speed dating in Newcastle works By simply arriving at venue for the Speed Dating in Newcastle event, you will be greeted by our friendly professional hosts. They will settle you in by briefly explaining the format of the evening and confirm how many people you will be dating.

As part of our Brandenburg Concertos by Candlelight Season, the London Concertante travel to St Nicholas’ Cathedral, Newcastle to perform two hallmark works of the Baroque era: J.S. Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto no. 4 & 5.

BALTIC is working with North East Autism Society to help create a relaxed and engaging activity.   The following adaptions will be made to help you have the best possible experience.

North East Submariners Monthly meeting

This musical event tells the story of the life of one of the worlds most important mothers, who quietly raised Dr. Martin Luther King with his brother and sister on a foundation of belief and love.

Join a history tour to hear all about Gibside and how it came to be. The vision of coal baron George Bowes, Gibside is one of the few surviving 18th century designed landscape gardens. It was fashioned with two things in mind: spectacular views and ’wow’ moments.

Get fit with the help of Body and Mind Lifestyle on a Nordic Walking class. Whatever age, fitness level or goal, it’s a different way of enjoying the outdoors and working your muscles at the same time. Walking, using the poles provided you have support to work out harder as you’re on the move.

It’s been proven that getting outdoors for a relaxing stroll can improve your health and wellbeing. So how about joining in a Health Walk every Wednesday from 11am. You can meet a guide at Visitor Reception for a walk around the grounds, as well as meet new people.

Whether you are new to sewing or have been doing it as long as you can remember, the Gibside Sewing Group meet weekly and everyone is welcome. The Gibside Sewing Group meet every Thursday morning at 10.30am in the main caf.

Gibside Pub can be found inside the main caf every Friday and Saturday evening until 9pm. And although it may be on the small side, it is nestled within an 18th-century garden as well as being the only pub in the village. Inside you’ll find Wylam Brewery ales on tap, lager, wine, cider and soft drinks available.

Whether you’re new to running, a youngster or an Olympic athlete, all runners are welcome at Gibside parkrun, a free 5km timed run every Saturday at 9am. It’s an opportunity to enjoy running in a historic garden where the background noise includes birdsong, perhaps a lawnmower or two, and not much else.

Explore Gibside after sunset, looking for and learning about the bats that live within our historic buildings. After dark Gibside becomes the playground of thousands of bats as they emerge to feed.

Whether you are new to sewing or have been doing it as long as you can remember, the Gibside Sewing Group meet weekly and everyone is welcome. The Gibside Sewing Group meet every Thursday morning at 10.30am in the main caf.

Join a history tour to hear all about Gibside and how it came to be. The vision of coal baron George Bowes, Gibside is one of the few surviving 18th century designed landscape gardens. It was fashioned with two things in mind: spectacular views and ’wow’ moments.

Every month we open up the floor at Gibside Pub for Showcase night. Whether you’re simply looking for somewhere to relax and be entertained, or you happen to be a budding musician and would like to show off your talents this could be for you.

Gibside Pub can be found inside the main caf every Friday and Saturday evening until 9pm. And although it may be on the small side, it is nestled within an 18th-century garden as well as being the only pub in the village. Inside you’ll find Wylam Brewery ales on tap, lager, wine, cider and soft drinks available.

Whether you’re new to running, a youngster or an Olympic athlete, all runners are welcome at Gibside parkrun, a free 5km timed run every Saturday at 9am. It’s an opportunity to enjoy running in a historic garden where the background noise includes birdsong, perhaps a lawnmower or two, and not much else.

Get fit with the help of Body and Mind Lifestyle on a Nordic Walking class. Whatever age, fitness level or goal, it’s a different way of enjoying the outdoors and working your muscles at the same time. Walking, using the poles provided you have support to work out harder as you’re on the move.

Get up with the lark to hear the dawn chorus as the sun rises over Gibside. International Dawn Chorus day is the first Sunday of May every year. Celebrate it this year with a guided walk at Gibside. Our experts will help you identify the bird song that surrounds you as you explore the estate before we open the gates.

Enjoy the fantastic acoustics of Gibside Chapel with live music from local performers and choirs (1.30 - 2.30pm) followed by a traditional Anglican service (3pm). Free entry. Booking Not Needed.