Northumberland is a historic county in North East England known for its castles, Roman heritage, rugged coastline, and rich cultural links with Scotland, offering diverse landscapes and accessible transport options.
Berwick Barracks in Berwick-upon-Tweed is a former 18th-century military installation now maintained by English Heritage, featuring a museum on British infantry history and King's Own Scottish Borderers heritage within historic Grade I listed buildings.
Berwick-upon-Tweed is a historic border town in Northumberland, England, known for its unique heritage as a former contested territory between England and Scotland, with notable medieval town walls, a market town atmosphere, and a vibrant cultural identity blending English and Scottish influences.
Washington Old Hall is a historic 12th-century manor house in Washington, Tyne and Wear, England, notable as the ancestral home of George Washington's family. Preserved and managed by the National Trust, it offers an indoor historical experience focused on England's medieval and early modern heritage.
Washington is a historic new town in Tyne and Wear, England, known for its ancestral links to George Washington and a variety of cultural, industrial, and natural attractions.
Cragside is a Victorian Tudor Revival country house in Northumberland, renowned as the first house powered by hydroelectricity. It features innovative hydraulic technology, distinctive historic interiors, and extensive gardens with woodland and rhododendrons. Visitors can explore both the house's indoor heritage and the surrounding outdoor grounds and estate.
Wallington Hall is a Grade I listed Palladian country house with rococo interiors and historic murals set in 100 acres of parkland and gardens in Northumberland, featuring wildlife reintroductions and cultural heritage exhibits.
16 Oct (next Friday)
Join a guided tour and talk in Wallington House to learn how women who lived or spent time there influenced its history and appearance.
Brinkburn Priory is a historic former Augustinian monastery dating from the 12th century, featuring a largely medieval church restored in the 19th century and a manor house built on the site of other monastic buildings. Visitors can explore the notable architectural blend of Norman and Gothic styles both indoors and outdoors within the scenic riverside setting in Northumberland.
Prudhoe Castle is a ruined medieval castle on the south bank of the River Tyne in Northumberland, featuring historic stone structures including a 12th-century gatehouse, keep, and a 14th-century barbican, reflecting its Norman origins and historical significance under the Umfraville and Percy families. Open to the public under English Heritage care, it offers outdoor exploration of its ruins and grounds.
Cherryburn is an 18th-century historic cottage and museum in Northumberland, birthplace of wood engraver Thomas Bewick, featuring period furnishings, original artworks, and printing demonstrations.
Prudhoe is a historic town in Northumberland featuring the well-preserved Prudhoe Castle, scenic river views along the Tyne, chalk hill landscapes, and a vibrant local culture with museums and recreational parks for walking and cycling.
Seaton Delaval Hall is a Grade I listed English Baroque country house in Northumberland, designed by Sir John Vanbrugh in 1718. Visitors can explore its historic architecture, fire-damaged central block, extensive 18th-century gardens, and estate features like a stone mausoleum and orangery. The venue is owned and maintained by the National Trust and offers both indoor and outdoor experiences.
15 Oct (next Thursday)
Historian Rory Fraser discusses the life and character of architect John Vanbrugh, drawing on his research into Vanbrugh’s time in India. The approximately 45-minute talk is followed by a Q&A.