Events Around Tyne And Wear

Join our rangers and local Coastal Conservation Group on a walk around Marsden circular. A spectacular eight mile walk over Cleadon Hills and along the sea cliffs, passing Windmill Field, Marsden Old Quarry and Marsden Rock. Spot seabirds and other wildlife along the way. Booking Essential. Phone: 0191 529 0909.

Heritage Open Day: There will be guided tours in the main workshop and adjacent slip way/work shop. Visitors can see the traditional wooden vessels currently undergoing restoration and other completed projects. This is a great opportunity to see maritime heritage items on display.

Enjoy the magnificent views of the North East from the top of Penshaw Monument, climbing to the top through the secret staircase. Climb the 76 steps, built into one of the columns, and enjoy the magnificent views of County Durham, Northumberland, Yorkshire Dales, Pennines and the Coast.

Heritage Open Day: An 800 year old church with fine stain glass windows and carvings Visit Grade I Listed Ryton Holy Cross Church, an 800 year old church with fine stain glass windows and beautiful carvings

Heritage Open Day: Fabulous unique views from this urban pier being restored by Tyne & Wear Building Preservation Trust. Opening later for visitors to catch the sunset with guided tours Sat 14th & 21st 12.00 & 2.00, Food Market on Sat 14th from 11.00-3.

Heritage Open Day: The Watch House has a unique collection of artefacts, photographs, records and equipment from its beginning in 1866 to the present day. Unique film footage of a famous rescue and examples of today’s search and rescue work will also be shown.

Heritage Open Day: With the largest collection of Irish Stained glass in the country and fabulous new stained glass, St Peter’s Church is a must see venue. Historic records and artefacts will also be available to view. Come along to see St Peter’s new stained glass window.

Heritage Open Day: Visitors will be taken on a tour to explore the Mission to Seafarers building and see its beautiful chapel. This is a special opportunity to learn about the unique history of the Mission such as the altar carved by Robert Thompson – Mouse Man.

Heritage Open Day: Beautiful Church with stunning commemorative WWI stained glass and interesting history. St Luke’s contains a reordered Irish stained glass window in memory of World War I. One of the finest examples in Europe designed by Wilhelmina Geddes of Dublin.

Heritage Open Day: Discover your maritime heritage at The Old Low Light Heritage Centre, the North East’s newest heritage attraction at North Shields Fish Quay. Find out about the fascinating history of this Grade II listed site.

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.

Heritage Open Day: St Paul’s Church and Monastic Site is the home of the Venerable Bede, chronicler of the beginnings of English Christianity. The home of the Venerable Bede, chronicler of the beginnings of English Christianity, Jarrow has become one of the best-understood Anglo-Saxon monastic sites.

Heritage Open Day: Explore this beautiful venue that provides the community with a wide range of cultural events and activities for people of all ages all year round. The tour invites you to learn about the rich history of this incredible building est. 1848.

Heritage Open Day: Stunning Grade I listed gothic style church with detailed stone vaulting, stunning stained glass and T. C Lewis organ.

Heritage Open Day: A unique opportunity to view inside this Victorian Real Tennis court which is in daily use by members of Jesmond Dene Real Tennis Club. Jesmond Dene Real Tennis Club is a Grade II listed building. It is a Victorian Real Tennis court built in what was then the garden of Jesmond Dene House in 1894.

Heritage Open Day: Free informal guided tours of this fascinating Medieval Parish Church (1130-1450) with very interesting features, free information leaflets available.

Heritage Open Day: Now a vibrant performance venue this historic building has a tremendous history and heritage. Come and find out more. A programme of exhibitions, screenings and events to celebrate the rich and diverse history of the site and the heritage of the local area.

Heritage Open Day: Join Whitburn Local History Group for an informative walk around the historic centre of Whitburn, an ancient and beautiful village. Explore the hidden pasts of Whitburn on this easy 2 hour walk with the Whitburn Local History Group. Starting point is at the Car Park at Cornthwaite Park.

Heritage Open Day: A display of historic photographs of streets, buildings and other interesting features that once defined the riverside. Gateshead began life as a small settlement on the south bank of the River Tyne.

Heritage Open Day: The Church of the Divine Unity is one of Newcastle’s only Art Deco churches. Normally closed except for worship, the Grade-II listed building is one of the city’s hidden gems. This year may be its last Heritage Open Days, as the church is being sold.

Heritage Open Day: Visit Washington ’F’ Pit Museum and step back in time to explore the region’s coal mining heritage. See the amazing Victorian horizontal steam winding engine (now electric powered) in the former Engine House, the last of its type left in the North East.

Heritage Open Day: Art Stop is a new bus stop on Go North East bus route 333, located beside Fiddlers Green, on North Shields Fish Quay. For HODs 2019 Art Stop presents an exciting collaboration between visual artist Dee Shaw and poet Joan Hewitt.

Heritage Open Day: Illustrated talks and tours of this church, originally designed by John Dobson. Originally designed by John Dobson and opened in 1833, St James is one of the few remaining heritage buildings in this area and tells a fascinating story of industrial development and social change.

Heritage Open Day: Find out what life was like for the James family who lived at Washington Hall in the 17th Century. Don’t miss a rare chance to see a small selection of objects relating to food and lifestyle including a cook book first published in 1660.

Heritage Open Day: Sunderland Quaker Meeting House is over 100 years old and has beautiful features from both the Arts and Crafts period and Art Nouveau era. Take a look round this substantial town house, little altered, near Roker Park. Exhibition of memorabilia.