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HnadleBards The Tempest at Northumberlandia
Join The HandleBard’s 2019 Summer Tour for a unique open air performance of the Shakespeare classic ’The Tempest’ at Northumberlandia in Cramlington. The all-female troupe make up the world’s first cycling theatre company.
Northumberlandia
Blagdon Lane
Cramlington
Northumberland
Today
Cherryburn - Conference for the Birds by Marcus Coates
Discover a new installation inspired by Thomas Bewick’s A History of British Birds, with seven life-sized bird heads gathered round the fire discussing their lives and current issues. Step inside Thomas Bewick’s birthplace, take a seat and join the conversation.
Cherryburn, Station Bank, Mickley, Stocksfield,
Today to Mon 9 Sep
Cherryburn - Summer holiday fun - buzzy bees
Follow the bumblebee trail around Cherryburn. Have a go at the bumblebee trail and learn all about the brilliance of bees! Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome.
Cherryburn, Station Bank, Mickley, Stocksfield,
Today
Wallington - Traditional games - Summer of Sport
Perfect summer games like croquet, quiots, boules and even tug of war make up the Traditional games element of the Summer of Sport this year. Head to the West Lawn and join in these very relaxing games.
Wallington, Cambo, Morpeth
Today, Sat 24 Aug, Sun 25 Aug, Wed 28 Aug, Thu 29 Aug, Sat 31 Aug, Sun 1 Sep
Cragside - Kaleidoscope! Summer at Cragside
This summer at Cragside, we’re focusing on the wonder of light and colour, and how we view the natural world. Inspired by Lord Armstrong’s fascination with experimentation and gadgetry, all summer long we have events, activities and trails that play with light and colour.
Cragside, Rothbury, Morpeth,
Today, Fri 23 Aug, Mon 26 Aug to Fri 30 Aug
Wallington - Tennis - Summer of Sport
A great activity for all the family, have some fun on the tennis court this summer as part of our Summer of Sport programme. Head to Wallington this summer for an active adventure. Join us for Tennis, as we run 4 sessions each week throughout the 6 weeks of the summer. Booking Not Needed.
Wallington, Cambo, Morpeth
Today, Fri 23 Aug, Mon 26 Aug, Tue 27 Aug, Thu 29 Aug, Fri 30 Aug
Wallington - Archery - Summer of Sport
Archery is so much fun, come and see for yourselves during this year’s Summer of Sport. Take part in archery on the East Lawn during the summer holidays. Play for fun or get really competitive; these family friendly sets are perfect for little ones as well as big kids too! Booking Not Needed.
Wallington, Cambo, Morpeth
Today to Sat 31 Aug
Andrew Gray
Andrew Gray
19th July – 30th August 2019
Born and bred Northumbrian landscape photographer with a difference!
Combining the love of history and mythology, creating abstract and impressionist works using a camera as if it were a brush.
The Old School Gallery
Foxton Rd
Alnmouth
Northumberland
Today to Fri 30 Aug
Ellie Davison-Archer
An exhibition of drawings by Ellie Davison-Archer in the Breakwater Cafe throughout August 2019
Newbiggin Maritime Centre
Church Point
Today to Sat 31 Aug
Seaton Delaval Hall - West Wing Scaffold Climbs
Not for the faint-hearted! Join us 36 feet (nearly 11 metres) up and get close to the restoration work taking place at Seaton Delaval Hall as part of the National Lottery Heritage Fund-supported Curtain Rises project. Climbers must be over the age of 12.
Seaton Delaval Hall, Avenue Road, Seaton Delaval
Today to Sun 25 Aug, Thu 29 Aug to Sun 1 Sep, Thu 5 Sep to Sun 8 Sep, Thu 12 Sep to Sun 15 Sep, Thu 19 Sep to Sun 22 Sep, Thu 26 Sep to Sun 29 Sep
Seaton Delaval Hall - Spotlight Tour
Join us daily as we shine a spotlight on Seaton Delaval Hall’s history and how it’s influencing the Curtain Rises project. Our knowledgeable guides will share some of the history of the hall and fill you in on the latest on our National Lottery Heritage Fund-supported project. Booking Not Needed.
Seaton Delaval Hall, Avenue Road, Seaton Delaval
Today to Sun 25 Aug, Thu 29 Aug to Sun 1 Sep, Thu 5 Sep to Sun 8 Sep, Thu 12 Sep to Sun 15 Sep, Thu 19 Sep to Sun 22 Sep, Thu 26 Sep to Sun 29 Sep, Thu 3 Oct to Sat 5 Oct
Cragside - Kayak hire - 45 minutes
Hire a kayak and explore Tumbleton lake. Hire a sit-on-top kayak and get on the water at Cragside. These kayaks are ideal for both beginners and younger paddlers. Buoyancy aids and paddles included. Booking Not Needed. Phone: 0191 251 9412. Children must be accompanied by an adult on the water.
Cragside, Rothbury, Morpeth,
Fri 23 Aug to Sun 25 Aug, Fri 30 Aug to Sun 1 Sep
Cherryburn - Summer holiday fun - Cherryburn tree
Help the Cherryburn tree grow! Design a leaf, then add it onto one of the branches of the craft tree. Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome.
Cherryburn, Station Bank, Mickley, Stocksfield,
Fri 23 Aug
Wallington - Playground sports - Summer of Sport
Take part in some traditional playground games with anything from tig and sharks and fishies to hopscotch and skipping. Just rock up and have a go when you visit Wallington this summer. Playground sport will be taking place twice a week all summer long. Booking Not Needed.
Wallington, Cambo, Morpeth
Fri 23 Aug, Tue 27 Aug, Fri 30 Aug
Cragside - Canoe hire - 45 minutes
Hire a canoe and have a tranquil afternoon on Tumbleton lake. Canoes are 16’ three seaters, suitable for two adults, one adult and two children or two adults and one child (under 12). Buoyancy aids and paddles included. Price is per canoe, not per person. Booking Essential. Phone: 0191 251 9412.
Cragside, Rothbury, Morpeth,
Fri 23 Aug to Sun 25 Aug, Fri 30 Aug to Sun 1 Sep
Hadrian’s Wall and Housesteads Fort - Places of Poetry - workshop with Kayo Chingonyi
As part of the Places of Poetry programme, Kayo Chingonyi will be our poet-in-residence in August. Get inspired and join him for a short-writing workshop. Please be aware that this workshop may be filmed. Kayo will be writing a new poem inspired by the history and significance of Hadrian’s Wall.
Hadrian’s Wall and Housesteads Fort, Bardon Mill, Hexham,
Fri 23 Aug 19
Cragside - Splashdown kids camp
Calling all kids aged 7-11, join us for an adventure on the lake! You’ll play canoe and kayak games and also learn some new skills, including water rescues. Getting wet is guaranteed! This event is in partnership with Cullercoats Bike & Kayak. Booking Essential. Phone: 0191 251 9412. Suitable for ages 7-11.
Cragside, Rothbury, Morpeth,
Fri 23 Aug, Fri 30 Aug
Cragside - Victorian Baking
Imagine being greeted by the smell of fresh baking as you walk through the doors of the house... (event subject to volunteer availability). Come along and see our volunteers cooks in costume experiment with authentic Victorian recipes as they whip up various traditional treats in the magnificent kitchen.
Cragside, Rothbury, Morpeth,
Fri 23 Aug, Wed 28 Aug, Fri 30 Aug, Wed 4 Sep, Fri 6 Sep, Wed 11 Sep, Fri 13 Sep, Wed 18 Sep, Fri 20 Sep, Wed 25 Sep, Fri 27 Sep, Wed 2 Oct, Fri 4 Oct
Wallington - Yoga - Summer of Sport
As part of the Summer of Sport programme, take part in yoga and other relaxation and mindfulness activities provided by Yoga Hens. Yoga Hens are offering a range of sessions for adults and children, which will include mindfulness, relaxation, yoga and meditation.
Wallington, Cambo, Morpeth
Sat 24 Aug, Sat 31 Aug
Wallington - Outdoor fitness - Summer of Sport
Get fit whilst having fun in the great outdoors. It’s all about having fun, so no serious personal training going on here but we’ll aim to raise your heartbeat a little in the beautiful surroundings of Wallington. Booking Advisable. Phone: 01670 773606.
Wallington, Cambo, Morpeth
Sat 24 Aug, Wed 28 Aug, Sat 31 Aug
Wizarding Week
Put on your most enchanting robes and join our resident wizarding professors for some magical mayhem!
Inspired by the enchanting world of Harry Potter and the film productions which graced Alnwick Castle, experience a fun-filled day of spellbinding sorcery; but remember, be careful who you try and cast a spell...
Alnwick Castle, Alnwick
Sat 24 Aug 19 to Sat 31 Aug
Cragside - Explore by canoe
Enjoy a serene guided tour of the lake. You’ll learn some canoeing skills and lots about the history and environment of the lake. All equipment is supplied. This event is in partnership with Cullercoats Bike & Kayak. Booking Essential. Phone: 0191 251 9412. Suitable for accompanied children aged 7+.
Cragside, Rothbury, Morpeth,
Sat 24 Aug, Sun 25 Aug, Sat 31 Aug, Sun 1 Sep
Wildlife and Osprey Motor Boat Cruise
Enjoy a guided motor boat trip around beautiful Kielder Water, with experienced Calvert Trust staff and knowledgeable NWT volunteers to spot local wildlife and, with luck, our ospreys! £23 per person. 1.30pm – 3.30pm Saturdays and 6pm-8pm Wednesdays.
Calvert Trust, Kielder Water and Forest Park, Hexham
Sat 24 Aug
Wallington - Old School Sports Day - Summer of Sport
Enjoy sports day all over again this summer as we put on lots of different sports day fun for all the family. We know you’re secretly really competitive so get yourselves along to our Old School Sports Day activities and have a go at the egg and spoon race or see how you fair in the sack race.
Wallington, Cambo, Morpeth
Sat 24 Aug, Sun 25 Aug, Sat 31 Aug, Sun 1 Sep
Newbiggin Festival
Dolphin Watch Display, Keelboat & Coble Society Display, Model Lifeboat Display, Raku Workshop, Big Draw, Buskers Night, Put Yourself In The Picture, Guerrilla Gallery, Old Newbiggin Exhibition, Andy Hull Art Exhibition, Ellie Davison-Archer Art Exhibition & Spectacular Stuff Exhibition.
Newbiggin Maritime Centre,
Church Point
Newbiggin by the Sea
Sat 24 Aug 19 to Mon 26 Aug