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Please note that all diary event start and finish times are displayed using the 24hr clock (eg. 16:00 = 4pm).

Tuesday February 09, 2010
Family History for Absolute Beginners
Part 1: Census & GRO This is a Transformation Fund course Free but limited numbers: please book ahead
Please note that this event starts at 10:00. Event ends at 12:00. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Ponteland Library Thornhill Road Ponteland Newcastle On Tyne   NE20 9PZ
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Margaret Wilson 01661 823594
Thursday February 11, 2010
Blyth Phoenix Theatre present ' Dead Fish.'
A Northern Comedy performed live on stage for 3 nights only from Thursday 11th to Saturday 13th February.
Please note that this event starts at 19:30. There is a charge to attend this event of £9.50
Venue: Blyth Phoenix Theatre 
Contact: Telephone 01670 367 228 10am to 12.30am or visit www.blythphoenix.com
Morpeth Music Society presents:
Leland Chen, violin and John Lenehan, Piano. Music includes works by Schubert and Brahms.
There is a charge to attend this event of £12.00
Venue: Morpeth Methodist Church 
Contact: Tickets available at the door or from the Tourist Information Office, the Chantry, Morpeth
Sunday February 14, 2010
Family morning “Making Music Workshop”
Music making for Vision impaired children and their families.Come and have fun making music and trying lots of instruments.
Please note that this event starts at 10:30. Event ends at 13:30. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: The Sage Gateshead, St Mary's Square, Gateshead Quays 
Contact: Useful Vision supporting children with vision impairment in the North East. Contact the office for further information 01434 682160
Monday February 15, 2010
Ponteland Library Storytime & Crafts
Half-term story & craft session with a friendship theme for children age 4-12 Children under 8 must be accompanied by a responsible adult
Please note that this event starts at 14:30. Event ends at 15:30. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Ponteland Library Thornhill Rd, Ponteland, Newcastle upon Tyne   NE20 9PZ
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Margaret Wilson 01661 823594
Tuesday February 16, 2010
Family History for Absolute Beginners
Part 2: Parish Registers & IGI This is a Transformation Fund course Free but limited numbers: please book ahead
Please note that this event starts at 10:00. Event ends at 12:00. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Ponteland Library Thornhill Road Ponteland Newcastle On Tyne   NE20 9PZ
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Margaret Wilson 01661 823594
Wednesday February 17, 2010
Morpeth Library Barefoot Tales
Half-term activity session based on stories from different cultures for children age 4-12 Children under 8 must be accompanied by a responsible adult
Please note that this event starts at 10:30. Event ends at 11:30. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Morpeth Library Gas House Lane Morpeth   NE61 1TA
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Lynne Riddell: 01670 500393 or Morpeth Library: 01670 500390
Lunchtime Concerts- A group of Cambridge University Students
led by Rachel Stroud (Violin)
Please note that this event starts at 12:30. Event ends at 13:30. There is a charge to attend this event of £3.00
Venue: St George’s United Reformed Church, Bridge Street, Morpeth 
Saturday February 20, 2010
Table Top Sale – Christmas left overs
If you wish to have a table- it costs £5. Start up time is 9am if you have a table
Please note that this event starts at 10:00. Event ends at 13:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £5.00
Venue: Seghill Institute and Community Centre 
Contact: Contact details for a table – Gladys Meredith 0191 2734684
Learn to Knit Fair Isle Style
Lunch and refreshments are provided. Some materials may be required.
Please note that this event starts at 10:00. Event ends at 15:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £40.00
Venue: treaclehandknits Wool Shop, Chantry Place, Morpeth, Northumberland   NE61 1PJ
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Please call into the shop or telephone 01670 504045 for specific information on your chosen Workshop.
Sunday February 21, 2010
Morpeth Footpaths Society
Morpeth, Mitford, Newton Mill. 6.4 miles walking. Meet at Morpeth Rugby Club at 11 am.
Please note that this event starts at 11:00. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Morpeth 
Contact: For further information contact Programme Secretary Mieke Pickard : 01670 514615
Wednesday February 24, 2010
Crime writers Ann Cleeves and David Hewson talk at Seaton Valley Community Library.
Two award winning crime writers talk about their work. For adults.
Please note that this event starts at 14:30. Event ends at 16:00. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Seaton Valley Community Library (attached to Astley Community High School), Elsdon Avenue, Seaton Delaval  NE25 OBW
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: 0191 237 1660. Lorraine Melville. Please telephone Seaton Valley Community Library to book a place.
Crime writers Ann Cleeves and David Hewson talk at Seaton Valley Community Library.
Two award winning crime writers talk about their work. For adults.
Please note that this event starts at 14:30. Event ends at 16:50. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Seaton Valley Community Library (attached to Astley Community High School), Elsdon Avenue, Seaton Delaval  NE25 OBW
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Please telephone Seaton Valley Community Library to book a place. 0191 237 1660. Lorraine Melville.
Thursday February 25, 2010
Abba Night
Live music raising funds for clean water and feeding programmes in Sifoe and Sukuta ,Gambia. Tickets are £4 for an adult and £2 for a child.
Please note that this event starts at 19:00. Event ends at 21:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £4.00
Venue: Richard Coates Middle School, Ponteland  
Contact: Available from school reception or by ringing Carol Morgan on 01670860235.
Saturday February 27, 2010
Junco Partners
A unique blend of soul, blues and entertaining good humour
Please note that this event starts at 19:30. There is a charge to attend this event of £10.00
Venue: Allendale Village Hall, Allendale   NE47 9PR
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: 01434-683228
Wansbeck Music Festival Outreach Concert
Cello, Flute, Vocal, Saxophone, Recorder & Piano performers.
(There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Longhirst Village Hall  
Contact: For further information contact Mr C Lediard 01670 790268
Try a Tri
The Try a Tri programme is aimed at first timers and for those who fancy a new challenge, to get fit and healthy outside of the gym environment. Whatever your goals are for 2010 make triathlon part of it. Anyone can attend age 14+ years. Mix of swim and run skilld from qualified British Triathlon Coaches
Please note that this event starts at 12:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £5.00
Venue: Ashington Leisure Centre  NE63 8HP
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: For further information and to book to guarantee you place contact; Tom.Lavender@northumberland.gov.uk or Georgierutherford@britishtriathlon.org
Sunday February 28, 2010
Family Morning at The Alan Shearer Centre
Family morning for Vision impaired children and their families. Use of the Sensory rooms, soft play, arts and crafts, hydrotherapy pool, arts and crafts etc.
Please note that this event starts at 10:00. Event ends at 13:00. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: The Alan Shearer Centre, West Denton, Newcastle upon Tyne  NE15 7LT
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Useful Vision supporting children with vision impairment in the North East. Contact the office for further information 01434 682160
Thursday March 04, 2010
Kindermusik
Kindermusik is the world's leading music and movement programme specifically designed for 0 to 5 years to attend with parents or carers. Every class is filled with fun, friendship and learning both children and parents. www.kindermusik.co.uk
(There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Ponteland 
Contact: Every Thursday afternoon in March is completely free of charge. A place must be booked in advance as each class is limited to 12 places. Email szidun@aol.com or call 01661 872468
Friday March 05, 2010
Northumbrian Concert with Alistair Anderson, Voicemale and others
Morpeth Gathering fund-raiser and part of Collingwood Festival.
Please note that this event starts at 19:30. There is a charge to attend this event of £8.00
Venue: Morpeth Town Hall  NE61 1LZ
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Tickets £8/conc. £6.50 from Morpeth Chantry TIC 01670 500700
Saturday March 06, 2010
Cookery Workshop for Vision impaired children
This specially designed course aims to teach children how best to use their residual vision, other senses, equipment and newly aquired skills to feel safe and confident when cooking.
(There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Ashington Childrens Centre, Alexandra Rd., Ashington, Northumberland   NE63 9EF
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: The event will take place every Saturday through March. Contact the office for more information on 01434 682160
Out of the Archive -The Arundel Prints Exhibition
A unique opportunity to view Wallington’s fascinating collection of Renaissance prints, produced by the Arundel Society in the 19th century. Previously in storage, these beautiful images will be exhibited for the first time, giving visitors the chance to admire the art and the techniques used to reproduce them as well as finding out about the conservation work currently being undertaken by students from Northumbria University to preserve them for the future.
(There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Wallington, Cambo, Northumberland   NE61 4AR
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: This exhibition will run from the 6th March to the 5th September 2010
Tuesday March 09, 2010
Admiral Collingwood - Local Hero, National Treasure
A talk by Max Adams £2 entry fee for visitors, includes refreshments.
Please note that this event starts at 19:30. There is a charge to attend this event of £2.00
Venue: Hexham Local History Society, Trinity Methodist Church Hall, Beaumont St, Hexham 
Wansbeck Music Festival: Recorder & Woodwind Competitions
9th- 13th March 2010
(There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: St George’s United Reformed Church, Bridge Street, Morpeth 
Contact: Details available early February on website wansbeckmusicfestival.co.uk
Wednesday March 10, 2010
Coffee Shop Walks
Please note that this event starts at 11:00. Event ends at 15:00. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Shepherds Dene House Riding Mill 
Contact: Maurice Holliday 07777688105
Coffee Shop Walks
All of these 5/7 mile long walks may have stiles, hilly slopes or muddy paths and are only suitable for those used to walking in the countryside. Everyone takes part at own risk and is responsible for their own safety although every effort is made to ensure public safety. Please bring a light lunch, waterproof clothing and boots. All walks are on a Wednesday.
Please note that this event starts at 11:00. Event ends at 15:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £3.00
Venue: Shepherds Dene House Riding Mill 
Contact: Maurice Holliday 07777688105
Coffee Shop Walks
All of these 5/7 mile long walks may have stiles, hilly slopes or muddy paths and are only suitable for those used to walking in the countryside. Everyone takes part at own risk and is responsible for their own safety although every effort is made to ensure public safety. Please bring a light lunch, waterproof clothing and boots. All walks are on a Wednesday.
Please note that this event starts at 11:00. Event ends at 15:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £3.00
Venue: Shepherds Dene House Riding Mill 
Contact: Maurice Holliday 07777688105
Coffee Shop Walks
All of these 5/7 mile long walks may have stiles, hilly slopes or muddy paths and are only suitable for those used to walking in the countryside. Everyone takes part at own risk and is responsible for their own safety although every effort is made to ensure public safety. Please bring a light lunch, waterproof clothing and boots. All walks are on a Wednesday.
Please note that this event starts at 11:00. Event ends at 15:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £3.00
Venue: Shepherds Dene House Riding Mill 
Contact: Maurice Holliday 07777688105
Thursday March 11, 2010
Pink Ladies Pamper Night
Pamper Party - the ideal Mother’s Day gift. Seghill Community Centre are proud to host a Ladies night of indulgence - slap on the face masks, paint the nails, relax with warm stones, or ease those tired muscles with an invigorating massage. There are many other fun activities and refreshments available.
Please note that this event starts at 19:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £6.00
Venue: Seghill Community Centre 
Contact: Contact Gladys Meredith 0191 2374684 or Elsie Harvey 0191 2373168
Saturday March 13, 2010
Illuminating Hadrian's Wall- A line of light from coast to coast
This once in a lifetime event will follow the route of the 84 mile long Hadrian’s Wall Path National Trail. There will be around 500 individual points of light, placed at 250 metre intervals. The first one will be illuminated at Wallsend in the North East, with the line of light then making its way along the Wall to Bowness-on-Solway in Cumbria over the following hour. A camera crew will film the line of light as it makes its way from coast to coast from a helicopter and the pictures will be beamed to giant screens as part of two major events in the north east and at Carlisle to celebrate the illumination of Hadrian’s Wall. There will also be a number of stewarded points along the Wall where people will be able to view the line of light.
(There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Hadrian's Wall 
Contact: For further information about Illuminating Hadrian’s Wall visit www.illuminatinghadrianswall.com, become a fan of Illuminating Hadrian’s Wall on facebook or follow @EmperorHadrian on Twitter.
Morpeth Music Society presents
The London Bridge Ensemble. Piano, violin, cello and baritone. Music includes works by Haydn, Schubert and Beethoven.
There is a charge to attend this event of £12.00
Venue: Morpeth Methodist Church 
Contact: Tickets available at the door or from the Tourist Information Office, the Chantry, Morpeth.
Sock Knitting
Lunch and refreshments are provided. Some materials may be required
Please note that this event starts at 10:00. Event ends at 15:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £40.00
Venue: treaclehandknits Wool Shop, Chantry Place, Morpeth, Northumberland   NE61 1PJ
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Please call into the shop or telephone 01670 504045 for specific information on your chosen Workshop.
Wednesday March 17, 2010
Lunchtime Concerts- A group of Students from Morpeth KEVI School
Please note that this event starts at 12:30. Event ends at 13:30. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: St George’s United Reformed Church, Bridge Street, Morpeth 
Fairtrade in Berwick
A meeting is being held to discuss forming a Fairtrade group to make Berwick Upon Tweed a Fairtrade Town like Alnwick and Morpeth.
Please note that this event starts at 19:00. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: St Cuthbert's Parish Hall, Wallace Green, Berwick Upon tweed  
Contact: Queries to Eileen Richardson on 01289- 388957
Thursday March 18, 2010
Hexham Races
National Hunt Racing. Hexham Racecourse takes full advantage of a natural amphitheatre of sloping grass below the stands to provide superb viewing of horse racing as well as the magnificent surrounding countryside. Excellent viewing areas are provided for people with disabilities, with lift access to all parts of the stands, as well as a special car park to view racing. Please note prices and first race times to come later.
Please note that this event starts at 12:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £10.00
Venue: Hexham Racecourse  NE46 4PF
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Mr C Enderby 01434 606881
Saturday March 20, 2010
Try a Tri
The Try a Tri programme is aimed at first timers and for those who fancy a new challenge, to get fit and healthy outside of the gym environment. Whatever your goals are for 2010 make triathlon part of it. Anyone can attend age 14+ years. Mix of swim and run skilld from qualified British Triathlon Coaches
Please note that this event starts at 12:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £5.00
Venue: Ashington Leisure Centre  NE63 8HP
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: For further information and to book to guarantee you place contact Tom.Lavender@northumberland.gov.uk or georgierutherford@britishtriathlon.org
Knitting Hints and Tips
Lunch and refreshments are provided. Some materials may be required.
Please note that this event starts at 10:00. Event ends at 15:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £40.00
Venue: treaclehandknits Wool Shop, Chantry Place, Morpeth, Northumberland   NE61 1PJ
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Please call into the shop or telephone 01670 504045 for specific information on your chosen Workshop.
Sunday March 21, 2010
Walk through Hulne Park
7 mile walk on well made carriageways and paths through woodland and fields at Hulne Park-Alnwick. The walk is organised by Morpeth Footpaths Society. Meet at Morpeth Leisure Centre (car-share) at 12.10 pm or Hulne Park 1 pm.
Please note that this event starts at 13:00. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Hulne Park, Alnwick, Northumberland 
Contact: Please call Programme Secretary Mieke Pickard on 01670 514615 to book or visit www.morpethfootpathssociety.org.uk
Tuesday March 23, 2010
Wansbeck Music Festival – Vocal, Strings, Piano
23rd to 27th March 2010
(There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: St George’s United Reformed Church, Bridge Street, Morpeth 
Contact: Many classes will be held at St George’s United Reformed Church – details available early February on website wansbeckmusicfestival.co.uk
Wednesday March 24, 2010
NT Coffee Shop Walk
Join Maurice Holliday on a walk through the beautiful Northumberland countryside and experience the natural world through music and verse. Meet at the Clocktower and bring a light lunch, waterproofs and boots.
Please note that this event starts at 11:00. Event ends at 15:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £3.00
Venue: Wallington, Cambo, Northumberland  NE61 4AR
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Friday March 26, 2010
Alnwick University of the Third Age (U3A)
Exhibition at Alnwick Garden to disseminate information about U3A and to promote informal learning oppoprtunities for retired people.
(There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Alnwick Garden 
Contact: Friday 26th and Saturday 27th March
Sunday March 28, 2010
Wansbeck Music Festival: Prizewinners Concert at St George’s URC
Please note that this event starts at 18:00. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: St George’s United Reformed Church, Bridge Street, Morpeth 
Contact: Details available early February on website wansbeckmusicfestival.co.uk
Hexham Races
National Hunt Racing Hexham Racecourse takes full advantage of a natural amphitheatre of sloping grass below the stands to provide superb viewing of horse racing as well as the magnificent surrounding countryside. Excellent viewing areas are provided for people with disabilities, with lift access to all parts of the stands, as well as a special car park to view racing. Please note prices and firstrace times to come later.
Please note that this event starts at 12:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £10.00
Venue: Hexham Racecourse   NE46 4PF
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Mr C Enderby 01434 606881
Monday March 29, 2010
Talk Time at Wallington – An Architectural Adventure
Join our House & Collections Manager Lloyd Langley as he reveals the architectural secrets of some of the best-loved National Trust properties in the North East. The talk will be followed by a delicious light lunch in the Clocktower Restaurant. £15 per person, including morning coffee and lunch.
Please note that this event starts at 10:00. Event ends at 13:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £15.00
Venue: Wallington, Cambo, Northumberland  NE61 4AR
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Booking essential through the Estate Office on 01670 773600.
Friday April 02, 2010
Easter Eggstravaganza
Enjoy Easter fun at Wallington with a fantastic children’s trail, craft activities, games and races. Krafty Kidz will also be here on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 April, giving you the chance to make lovely Easter items. Normal admission charges apply + £2 per trail (including chocolate prize) and small charge for items made.
Please note that this event starts at 11:00. Event ends at 16:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £2.00
Venue: Wallington, Cambo, Northumberland  NE61 4AR
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: This event will run form Friday 2nd- Monday 5th April
Tuesday April 06, 2010
Drama Workshop – “UCAN Perform with Useful Vision”
No experience needed; come along and have a go, vision impaired children 8 years and over, with a small performance on the last day for all the family to come and see. All abilities welcome.
(There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Shiny Row Drama Studio, Houghton Le Spring Co Durham,   DH4 4TL
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Please contact the office for further information; georgie@usefulvision.org or contact the office on 01434 682160.
Wednesday April 07, 2010
West Gallery music workshop
Part of Morpeth Gathering
(There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Morpeth Chantry Bagpipe Museum   NE61 1PD
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Further details from 01670 513308
Thursday April 08, 2010
Spring into Action at Wallington – Red Squirrel Fun Day
A day of children’s activities and guided squirrel walks run by Northumberland Wildlife Trust. Normal admission charges apply + small charge for some activities.
Please note that this event starts at 10:30. Event ends at 15:30. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Wallington, Cambo, Northumberland  NE61 4AR
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Friday April 09, 2010
43rd Morpeth Northumbrian Gathering
9th to 11th April 2010 Festival of 60 indoor and outdoor events, many free, celebrating the county's traditional music, dance, crafts and culture
(There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Morpeth Town Hall and other venues  NE61 1LZ
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Tickets/programmes from Morpeth Chantry TIC 01670 500700 Queries 01670 513308 or from website www.northumbriana.org.uk
Saturday April 10, 2010
Beginners Crochet
Lunch and refreshments are provided. Some materials may be required.
Please note that this event starts at 10:00. Event ends at 15:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £40.00
Venue: treaclehandknits Wool Shop, Chantry Place, Morpeth, Northumberland   NE61 1PJ
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Please call into the shop or telephone 01670 504045 for specific information on your chosen Workshop.
Tuesday April 13, 2010
Meadow Memories: History of Haytime
A talk by Neil Diment £2 entry fee for visitors, includes refreshments.
Please note that this event starts at 19:30. There is a charge to attend this event of £2.00
Venue: Hexham Local History Society, Trinity Methodist Church Hall, Beaumont St, Hexham 
Thursday April 15, 2010
Spring into Action at Wallington – Bird Feeder Making
Drop in between 11am - 12.30pm and 1.30 – 3pm Drop in and make a bird feeder for your garden. Normal admission charges apply + small charge for bird feeder. Dress for mess!
(There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Wallington, Cambo, Northumberland  NE61 4AR
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Saturday April 17, 2010
‘Write Beside The Sea’
An exciting 2 day course for aspiring writers. The non residential weekend will be held on 17th & 18th April 2010, located in a magnificent position overlooking the sea.
(There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Fort House, Old Hartley, Northumberland 
Contact: Contact asl@limelightclassics.com or tel: 0781 2480557 for full details.
Try a Tri
The Try a Tri programme is aimed at first timers and for those who fancy a new challenge, to get fit and healthy outside of the gym environment. Whatever your goals are for 2010 make triathlon part of it. Anyone can attend age 14+ years. Mix of swim and run skilld from qualified British Triathlon Coaches
Please note that this event starts at 12:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £5.00
Venue: Druridge Bay Country Park  NE16 5BX
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: For further information and to book to guarantee your place contact Tom.Lavender@northumberland.gov.uk or georgierutherford@britishtriathlon.org
Monday April 19, 2010
Hexham Races
Hexham Racecourse takes full advantage of a natural amphitheatre of sloping grass below the stands to provide superb viewing of horse racing as well as the magnificent surrounding countryside. Excellent viewing areas are provided for people with disabilities, with lift access to all parts of the stands, as well as a special car park to view racing. Please note prices and first race times to come later.
Please note that this event starts at 12:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £10.00
Venue: Hexham Racecourse  NE46 4PF
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Mr C Enderby 01434 606881
Friday April 23, 2010
Talk Time at Wallington – The Dragon and the Mason
Come and discover the remarkable story of the stone heads on the lawn at Wallington as it is revealed they are in fact dragons not griffins! Find out how they were carved and see a half size reproduction showing how the dragon would originally have looked, as carved by our very own stone mason! The talk will be followed by a delicious light lunch in the Clocktower Restaurant. £15 per person, including morning coffee and lunch.
Please note that this event starts at 10:00. Event ends at 13:00. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Wallington, Cambo, Northumberland  NE61 4AR
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Booking essential through the Estate Office on 01670 773600.
Saturday April 24, 2010
St George’s Weekend
A fun event for all the family to mark St George’s Day! Meet our very own knight in shining armour, try on helmets and chainmail and learn to use a sword and shield at Knight School. Discover the secrets of being a knight with our Knight’s Trail and have a go at painting your own shield. There will also be the chance to see Wallington’s own stone dragon! Normal admission charges apply + small charge for some activities.
Please note that this event starts at 11:00. Event ends at 16:00. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Wallington, Cambo, Northumberland  NE61 4AR
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: This event will run on both the 24th and 25th April
Haltwhistle Spring Walking Festival
This event is over several days until Monday 3rd May. A programme of 25 walks, for all ages and all levels of fitness.Cost will vary as will venues and start times.
Please note that this event starts at 09:00. Event ends at 17:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £5.00
Venue: Westbourne House Main Street Haltwhistle   NE49 0AZ
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: 01434 321242 Haltwhistle Partnership. email:hazel@haltwhistle.org
Wansbeck Music Festival: Brass Competitions
(There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: St George’s United Reformed Church, Bridge Street, Morpeth 
Make your own Felt
Lunch and refreshments are provided. Some materials may be required.
Please note that this event starts at 10:00. Event ends at 15:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £40.00
Venue: treaclehandknits Wool Shop, Chantry Place, Morpeth, Northumberland   NE61 1PJ
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Please call into the shop or telephone 01670 504045 for specific information on your chosen Workshop.
Sunday April 25, 2010
Ashington Sprint Marathon
400 metre pool swim, 20k bike ride, 5k run.
(There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Ashington 
Monday April 26, 2010
Seaton Valley Community Library Under 5’s Storytime.
Stories and craft activities for children under 5 years.
Please note that this event starts at 14:00. Event ends at 14:30. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Seaton Valley Community Library, Elsdon Avenue, Seaton Delaval  NE25 0BW
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Shauna Lawton. 0191 237 1660.
Thursday April 29, 2010
Step into Spring
Join one of the expert Wallington Gardeners on a guided walk through the beautiful Walled Garden and discover the art of spring planting. Normal admission charges apply + donations welcome. Meet at the Conservatory.
Please note that this event starts at 14:00. Event ends at 15:00. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Wallington, Cambo, Northumberland  NE61 4AR
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
The Hermitage Ensemble
The celebrated male-voice group of six professional singers from St. Petersburg, will perform a concert of unaccompanied Russian church music and folk songs.
Please note that this event starts at 19:30. There is a charge to attend this event of £10.00
Venue: Longhirst Church  
Contact: Ticket price includes refreshments and are available from Ian West (01670 791880, ianwest001@gmail.com)
Friday April 30, 2010
Film Screening - Vanishing of the Bees
Watch this astonishing documentary encapsulating important issues about our ecology, agriculture, economy and politics in a mystery centred on the amazing little honey bee. The screening will take place in the beautiful Central Hall. £5 per person, including refreshments.
Please note that this event starts at 19:00. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Wallington, Cambo, Northumberland  NE61 4AR
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Booking essential through the Estate Office on 01670 773600.
Saturday May 01, 2010
Hexham Races Evening Meeting
National Hunt Racing. Hexham Racecourse takes full advantage of a natural amphitheatre of sloping grass below the stands to provide superb viewing of horse racing as well as the magnificent surrounding countryside. Excellent viewing areas are provided for people with disabilities, with lift access to all parts of the stands, as well as a special car park to view racing. Please note prices and firdt race times to come later.
Please note that this event starts at 17:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £10.00
Venue: Hexham Racecourse  NE46 4PF
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Mr C ENderby 01434 606881
Saturday May 08, 2010
Hexham Races
National Hunt Racing. Hexham Racecourse takes full advantage of a natural amphitheatre of sloping grass below the stands to provide superb viewing of horse racing as well as the magnificent surrounding countryside. Excellent viewing areas are provided for people with disabilities, with lift access to all parts of the stands, as well as a special car park to view racing. Please note prices and first race times to come later.
Please note that this event starts at 12:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £10.00
Venue: Hexham Racecourse  NE46 4PF
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Mr C Enderby 01434 606881
2nd Haltwhistle Challenge
After a succesful 1st challenge in 2009, this will now hopefully become an annual challenge. Please check later for price and time.
Please note that this event starts at 08:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £10.00
Venue: Westbourne House Main Street Haltwhistle   NE49 0AZ
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Haltwhistle Partnership 012434 321242 email: hazel@haltwhistle.org
Monday May 10, 2010
Seaton Valley Community Library Under 5’s Storytime.
Stories and craft activities for children under 5 years.
Please note that this event starts at 14:00. Event ends at 14:30. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Seaton Valley Community Library, Elsdon Avenue, Seaton Delaval  NE25 0BW
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Shauna Lawton. 0191 237 1660
Tuesday May 11, 2010
The Black Book of Hexham Priory
The annual Tom Corfe Memorial Lecture given by Professor Richard Britnell.
Please note that this event starts at 19:30. There is a charge to attend this event of £2.00
Venue: Hexham Local History Society, Trinity Methodist Church Hall, Beaumont St, Hexham 
Saturday May 15, 2010
Try a Tri
The Try a Tri programme is aimed at first timers and for those who fancy a new challenge, to get fit and healthy outside of the gym environment. Whatever your goals are for 2010 make triathlon part of it. Anyone can attend age 14+ years. Mix of swim and run skilld from qualified British Triathlon Coaches
Please note that this event starts at 12:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £5.00
Venue: QE2 Country Park, Woodhorn  NE63 9AT
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: For further information or to book to guarantee you place please contact Tom.Lavender@northumberland.gov.uk or georgierutherford@britishtriathlon.org
Monday May 24, 2010
Seaton Valley Community Library Under 5’s Storytime.
Stories and craft activities for children under 5 years.
Please note that this event starts at 14:00. Event ends at 14:30. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Seaton Valley Community Library, Elsdon Avenue, Seaton Delaval  NE25 0BW
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Shauna Lawton. 0191 237 1660.
Sunday May 30, 2010
Bamburgh Fair
This year’s fair is to raise funds for restoration of the church windows, local fund raising initiatives and maintenance of the village Christmas lights. The Fair will feature local produce and crafts, antiques and collectables, jewellery and souvenirs, as well as tombola, raffle and refreshment stalls.
Please note that this event starts at 10:30. Event ends at 16:00. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Bamburgh 
Northumberland County Show
This is one of the best value days out in the region for the whole family. See the farmers' "shop window". Enjoy cookery demonstrations, crafts, pony club games,dog show and lots more including all the attractions in the Main Arena. Tickets bought on the gate - cash only.Otherwise: Adult £10;OAP £6;Child £2.50; Fam £25.
Please note that this event starts at 09:00. Event ends at 18:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £10.00
Venue: Tynedale Park Corbridge  NE45 5AY
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Gaynor Shotton 01434 604216
Sunday June 06, 2010
QE2 Sprint Triathlon
An excellent early open water triathlon set in the local area’s warm shallow water sporting lake, the Queen Elizabeth II Country Park at Woodhorn, Ashington (ideal for beginners). A fast course, starting with a 750m open water lake swim, a flat 23K bike course on the beautiful coastal route along the Northumbria Coastline finishing with a 2 lap 5K run around the lake footpath, making this a spectator friendly event.
(There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Woodhorn, Ashington 
Monday June 14, 2010
Seaton Valley Community Library Under 5’s Storytime.
Stories and craft activities for children under 5 years.
Please note that this event starts at 14:00. Event ends at 14:30. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Seaton Valley Community Library, Elsdon Avenue, Seaton Delaval  NE25 0BW
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Shauna Lawton. 0191 237 1660.
Sunday June 20, 2010
Hexham Races
National Hunt Racing: First race and prices to be confirmed. Club Enclosure £15.00 Paddock £10.00 Paddock Senior £8.00
Please note that this event starts at 13:00. Event ends at 18:00. There is a charge to attend this event of £10.00
Venue: Hexham Racecourse  NE46 2JP
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Mr C Enderby 01434 606881
Monday June 28, 2010
Seaton Valley Community Library Under 5’s Storytime.
Stories and craft activities for children under 5 years.
Please note that this event starts at 14:00. Event ends at 14:30. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Seaton Valley Community Library, Elsdon Avenue, Seaton Delaval  NE25 0BW
Directions: You can view a streetmap, or view a roadmap to help find this event.
Contact: Shauna Lawton. 0191 237 1660
Sunday July 04, 2010
Woodhorn Standard Triathlon
Another excellent open water triathlon set in the local area’s warm shallow water sporting lake, Queen Elizabeth II Country Park, Woodhorn, Ashington (ideal for beginners). A fast course, starting with a 1500m open water lake swim, a flat 40K bike course on the beautiful coastal route along the Northumbria Coastline finishing with a multi-lap 10K run around the lake footpath, making this a spectator friendly event.
(There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Woodhorn 
Contact: Entry via www.trihard.co.uk or contact the organisers at trinorthumberland@googlemail.com for more info
Saturday July 17, 2010
Seghill World Cup Masters
A 3 way football tournament between former players who have represented Seghill Comrades/ Welfare, Seghill Social Club & Seghill Blake Arms ending with an evening Disco. Ideally for ex- players who no longer play competitive Sunday morning football. The idea is to raise as much money as possible for the Seghill Institute / TREATS – the Rugby club and the Scouts are all taking an active role as well as the Community centre itself.
Please note that this event starts at 10:30. Event ends at 14:30. There is a charge to attend this event of £5.00
Venue: Seghill Institute and Community Centre 
Contact: All fees to be in by the 17th March to; Michael West/ Les Stevens – Seghill Blake Arms, Stephen Harvey – Seghill Social Club, Gary Douglas and Grant Seghill Comrades/Welfare, Grant 0191 2373505
Saturday July 24, 2010
Northumberland Middle Distance Triathlon
Based at Newbiggin-by-the-Sea in Northumberland the race starts with a 2 lap 1900m open water swim in a shallow protected bay, followed by a flat, 2 lap 86K bike course along the beautiful Northumbria coastline, passing the village, making it easy for spectators to watch the race progress, followed by a 4 lap 21K run along the promenade and coastline and past experience suggests a European style crowd providing plenty of noisy support to help you make it to the finish with good humour and a smile! This is an excellent mid-season middle distance challenge, making the most of the warmer sea temperatures, and the projected tide on race day should ensure calm water. The organisers will be facilitating coached sessions catering for all abilities, from beginners to excellent seniors provided by the regions swim coach specialist, Neil Bowers. This was a very popular series in 2009 with improvements planned for 2010!
(There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Newbiggin-by-the-Sea 
Contact: Please contact the organisers at trinorthumberland@googlemail.com for more info
Sunday August 29, 2010
Bamburgh Fair
This year’s fair is to raise funds for restoration of the church windows, local fund raising initiatives and maintenance of the village Christmas lights. The Fair will feature local produce and crafts, antiques and collectables, jewellery and souvenirs, as well as tombola, raffle and refreshment stalls.
Please note that this event starts at 10:30. Event ends at 16:00. (There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Bamburgh 
Sunday September 12, 2010
Newbiggin Bay Sprint Triathlon
A 2 lap 750m open water swim in a shallow protected bay, followed by a flat, 3 lap 20K bike course which passes the swim and run location, making this a spectator-friendly bike course, then followed by a 2 lap 5K run along the promenade. The local community certainly know how to support their Triathlons and past experience suggests a European style crowd providing plenty of noisy support to help you make it to the finish with good humour and a smile! This is an excellent late season triathlon making the most of the warmer sea temperatures, and the projected tide on race day should ensure calm water. This is ideal for all levels, especially beginners. The organisers will be facilitating coached sessions catering for all abilities, from beginners to experienced seniors. Coaching will be provided by the regions swim coach specialist, Neil Bowers. This was a very popular series in 2009 and we have better things planned for 2010!
(There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Newbiggin Bay 
Tuesday September 14, 2010
The First Music Seller in the Land
A talk by Dr Vic Gammon
Please note that this event starts at 19:30. There is a charge to attend this event of £2.00
Venue: Hexham Local History Society, Trinity Methodist Church Hall, Beaumont St, Hexham 
Tuesday October 12, 2010
Reflecting on Northumbrian Rock Art
A talk by Dr Aron Mazel
Please note that this event starts at 19:30. There is a charge to attend this event of £2.00
Venue: Hexham Local History Society, Trinity Methodist Church Hall, Beaumont St, Hexham 
Saturday October 16, 2010
Northumberland Vintage Tractor Club Vintage Vehicle Rally
October 16th and 17th-Vintage vehicle rally all types of vintage vehicles, tractors, steam engines, trade stands & craft tent, over 500 exhibits last year
(There is no charge to attend this event).
Venue: Old Brunton Airfield Christon Bank Alnwick  
Contact: for more information email nvtcrally@googlemail.com or telephone 05602917113
Friday November 05, 2010
Allendale Bonfire
Spectacular sound and light show. BBQ Food:refreshments:prize draw.
Please note that this event starts at 18:15. There is a charge to attend this event of £1.00
Venue: Bridge End Allendale 
Contact: Allendale Lions Club
Tuesday November 09, 2010
Ghost Beliefs in Enlightenment England
A talk by Dr. Sasha Handley
Please note that this event starts at 19:30. There is a charge to attend this event of £2.00
Venue: Hexham Local History Society, Trinity Methodist Church Hall, Beaumont St, Hexham 
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