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Important New Exhibition, On loan From Durham University, Coming To Bellingham
Saturday 4 May Thursday 13 June
‘An Archaeology of Race’ – University of Durham
The Journal Culture Awards 2012.
Yet again our award winning carriages restoration is in the news, More Info Here
March 29th, summer opening times begin
Mon - Sat 09.30 – 16.30; Sun 11.00 – 15.30
Latest Eduction Newsletter, Autumn 2012, to download
The New Carriages in the news
Did you know we have a Facebook page, why not have a look and see if you
Heritage Centre in the News
More Awards for the Heritage Centre
"Outstanding Achievment by a Volunteer Run Museum", and Congratulation to Ken Haynes on his award for care of the Heritage Centre collections
New Educational Resources Page
For latest education resources please Click Here
Education Page Update
For latest education updates please click here
WELCOME ONE AND ALL
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PETROL AND CASH Tips
Don't travel on empty: there is a motor fuels stockist in Bellingham but it is closed in the evenings, on Saturday evening and all day Sunday. It's a long way to the next 'pumps'. Also, the single ATM or 'hole-in-the-wall' or cashpoint sometimes runs out on busy weekends/bank holidays. Stock up before you come and again, if you can, before you leave!
The Heritage Centre and Tourist Information Office Photo courtesy of Neil Denham
The Heritage Centre was refurbished and extended during 2008. A new gallery houses the Stannersburn Smithy and an exhibition of farming tools, mementoes and pictures.
The Bellingham Tourist Information Centre now shares space with the Heritage Centre. Tel: (01434) 220 616.
Welcome to the Heritage Centre at Bellingham, Hexham, Northumberland, England.
Summer Opening Times
Mon - Sat 09.30 – 16.30
Sun 11.00 – 15.30
An Archeology Of Race,
The Heritage Centre Bellingham is the only museum close to the central section of Hadrian's Wall where this exhibition is being shown. Don't miss your chance to experience it, so far others have commented,
"What an amazing exhibition in such a small space. Gives you so much to think about too."
"Those two faces are just surreal. Severus's face actually follows you around the room. Eerie!"
"So different from the exhibition we saw last year."
To preview exhibition please click the images below
And just how would you spend a weekend in Bellingham?
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New exhibition and research project
The Heritage Centre would like to set up a new exhibition and research project about the local agricultural shows in the North Tyne and Redesdale area (Bellingham, Elsdon, Falstone and Upper Redesdale). If you think you can help click here
Young people - just have a go!
Visit The Heritage Centre at Bellingham - the museum for the ruggedly beautiful and historic North Tyne and Redewater area of Northumberland, England. The Centre also houses the Bellingham Tourist Information Centre. The history of this ancient and fabled place is captured in five permanent displays covering farming (including a 'reconstruction' of the Stannersburn smithy or farriery), mining, the Border Counties Railway, the Border Reivers, and the photography of W P Collier. So, whether you are on holiday or taking a day out, or entertaining children, why not take time to enjoy ...
"...the wonderful Bellingham Heritage Centre where a treasure trove of memorabilia is on display..." (Tynedale Visitor 2011 - a supplement of the Hexham Courant).
- Attractions
What there is to see and do...Close- Permanent exhibitions on the Reivers, mining, farming, the Stannersburn smithy, the Border Counties Railway and the work of local photographer, W P Collier;
- We hold special temporary exhibitions throughout the year - see Special Events;
- A database of local family names containing over 50,000 entries;
- A database of over 2600 photographs dating from the early 1900s;
- Oral recordings of memories - accounts by local people of life in older times;
- Check the Events section for the latest news.
- Permanent exhibitions on the Reivers, mining, farming, the Stannersburn smithy, the Border Counties Railway and the work of local photographer, W P Collier;
- We hold special temporary exhibitions throughout the year - see Special Events;
- A database of local family names containing over 50,000 entries;
- A database of over 2600 photographs dating from the early 1900s;
- Oral recordings of memories - accounts by local people of life in older times;
- Check the Events section for the latest news.
- Entrance Fees
About entrance costs...CloseAdults £4.00; Families £8; Children £2.50; Concessions £2.00.
Groups (by prior arrangement): 25% reduction for groups of 10 or more.School parties (by prior arrangement) admitted free.
The entrance fees help us to maintain the Heritage Centre
Adults £4.00; Families £8; Children £2.50; Concessions £2.00.
Groups (by prior arrangement): 25% reduction for groups of 10 or more.School parties (by prior arrangement) admitted free.
The entrance fees help us to maintain the Heritage Centre
- Opening Times
When can you get in...Close
1st April to Monday 31st October:- Mon-Sat 09.30am to 4.30pm;
- Sun 11.00am to 3.30p.m
Winter Opening
1st Nov. to 24 Dec
- Friday, Saturday, Sunday 10-00 am to 3.00 pm
January and February Closed
If you wish to organise a group visit and find we are going to be closed, we can, by prior arrangement, open specialy for you. Please e-mail your request to info @ bellingham-heritage.org.uk giving us as much notice as possible, and we will see what we can do
1st April to Monday 31st October:- Mon-Sat 09.30am to 4.30pm;
- Sun 11.00am to 3.30p.m
Winter Opening
1st Nov. to 24 Dec
- Friday, Saturday, Sunday 10-00 am to 3.00 pm
January and February Closed
If you wish to organise a group visit and find we are going to be closed, we can, by prior arrangement, open specialy for you. Please e-mail your request to info @ bellingham-heritage.org.uk giving us as much notice as possible, and we will see what we can do
- How to find us
Directions, maps etc...Close
THE HERITAGE CENTRE at BELLINGHAM
View Heritage Centre at Bellingham in a larger mapBellingham is on the edge of the Northumberland National Park, 18 miles north of Hexham, 8 miles from Kielder Water, 8 miles from Hadrian's Wall and 18 miles from the Scottish border. The Heritage Centre is in the Old Station Yard on the Woodburn Road, two hundred yards from the centre of the village. There is ample free parking. Postcode: NE48 2DF
Plan your journey by public transport
The Heritage Centre, Bellingham
Station Yard, Woodburn Road, Bellingham, Northumberland, NE48 2DF
Tel: Heritage Centre, Bellingham 01434 220050 Email: Contact UsTel: Bellingham Tourist Information Centre 01434 220616
THE HERITAGE CENTRE at BELLINGHAM
View Heritage Centre at Bellingham in a larger mapBellingham is on the edge of the Northumberland National Park, 18 miles north of Hexham, 8 miles from Kielder Water, 8 miles from Hadrian's Wall and 18 miles from the Scottish border. The Heritage Centre is in the Old Station Yard on the Woodburn Road, two hundred yards from the centre of the village. There is ample free parking. Postcode: NE48 2DF
Plan your journey by public transport
The Heritage Centre, Bellingham
Station Yard, Woodburn Road, Bellingham, Northumberland, NE48 2DF
Tel: Heritage Centre, Bellingham 01434 220050 Email: Contact UsTel: Bellingham Tourist Information Centre 01434 220616
- Families with young children
What's here for families and young children...CloseFamilies with young children are especially welcome at the Heritage Centre, Bellingham. As well as viewing the displays (where some items can be handled), they can ride the toy tractor, check out the tunnel, dial up recordings by local people in the old red phone box, use the 'Chatterboxes' to hear memories or music, do the special quiz, play in the old school 'room', check their skill with 'Sammy the Salmon' or try out a Reiver's helmet for size.
Check out our activity sheet for children exploring the museum - download it here.
Families with young children are especially welcome at the Heritage Centre, Bellingham. As well as viewing the displays (where some items can be handled), they can ride the toy tractor, check out the tunnel, dial up recordings by local people in the old red phone box, use the 'Chatterboxes' to hear memories or music, do the special quiz, play in the old school 'room', check their skill with 'Sammy the Salmon' or try out a Reiver's helmet for size.
Check out our activity sheet for children exploring the museum - download it here.
- Guided Tours for Groups
How to arrange a tour...CloseWe are always delighted to arrange guided tours for new groups. There is a 25% reduction in admission fees for groups of 10 or more. Contact Us (by email) or by telephone: (01434) 22 00 50.
We are always delighted to arrange guided tours for new groups. There is a 25% reduction in admission fees for groups of 10 or more. Contact Us (by email) or by telephone: (01434) 22 00 50.
- School Groups
Arranging educational visits...CloseEducation visits to the Heritage Centre at Bellingham are free but must be booked at least two weeks in advance.
To book a visit please email: info @ bellingham-heritage.org.uk (please close the gaps we left to prevent spamming) or use this link and scroll down to form: Email: Contact Us.
Email contact is preferred as our volunteers may be busy in the museum.
Education visits to the Heritage Centre at Bellingham are free but must be booked at least two weeks in advance.
To book a visit please email: info @ bellingham-heritage.org.uk (please close the gaps we left to prevent spamming) or use this link and scroll down to form: Email: Contact Us.
Email contact is preferred as our volunteers may be busy in the museum.
