On this page we list events that Northumberland Archives will host or participate in. The list indicates whether booking is required for the event, any costs involved and, where appropriate, information on how to book. If you need any further detail about any of the listed events please contact us at archives@northumberland.gov.uk.
Talks
| DATE | EVENT | VENUE | BOOKING | INFORMATION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6th January 2025 | The Changing Face of Rotary: A Talk To Celebrate The Centenary of Blyth Rotary Club. | County Hall, Morpeth Conference Room 1 1pm - 2pn | Not Necessary | Talk by Tony Platten |
| 24th January 2025 | Women in the Poor Law Records | County Hall, Morpeth Conference Room 2 12.30pm - 2.30pm | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/myevent?eid=1101211024819 | Booking Required |
| 28th January 2025 | Everyday Life In A Northumbrian Manor | Search Room, Northumberland Archives, Woodhorn Museum 10am -12pm | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/myevent?eid=1115722067739 | Held by Sue Wood Head of Archives |
| 5th February 2025 | Notable North East Women | County Hall, Morpeth Conference Room 2 1pm - 2pm | Not Necessary | Talk by Joyce Quin |
| 24th February 2025 | An Introduction To Digital Resources For Family and Community History | County Hall, Morpeth Conference Room 1 10am - 12pm | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/myevent?eid=1115759620059 | Talk by Sue Wood Head of Archives |
| 11th March 2025 | House History Workshop | County Hall, Morpeth Conference Room 2 10am - 12pm | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/myevent?eid=928988879747 | |
| 26th March 2025 | Crofton Mill Pit Remembered | County Hall, Morpeth Conference Room 1 1pm - 2pn | Not Necessary | Talk by John Whittle |
| 10th June 2025 | House History Workshop | County Hall, Morpeth Conference Room 2 10am - 12pm | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/myevent?eid=928988879747 | |
| 25th June 2025 | Heroines, Heroes, and the Hospital: Narratives of the Stannington Children's Sanatorium | County Hall, Morpeth Conference Room 1 1pm - 2pn | Not Necessary | Talk by Ryan Fallon |
| 15th July 2025 | Researching your Community Workshop | County Hall, Morpeth Conference Room 2 10am - 12pm | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/myevent?eid=1105417075229 | |
Exhibitions
| Date | Event | Venue | Booking | Information | |
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County Shows
Over the forthcoming months we will have a presence at the following county shows. Do come along and say hello to us.
| Date | Event | Entrance Fee |
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Virtual Talks
| DATE | EVENT | VENUE | SPEAKER | BOOKING |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21/11/2024 | The Making of the Hexhamshire Landscape | Online at 7pm | Greg Finch | EventBrite |
| 12/12/2024 | George Tate: From draper’s apprentice to eminent geologist and historian | Online at 7pm | Alison Tymon | EventBrite |
| 16/01/2025 | From Ruin to Restoration: Raiding the Past at Cresswell Pele Tower | Online at 7pm | Steve Lowe | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/990218479127 |
Free Tours
On the second Saturday of each month we offer free back of house tours at Northumberland Archives – Woodhorn. If you like a look behind the scenes and to learn more about our work you can book a place on any of the tours via our Eventbrite Page – Northumberland Archives Events | Eventbrite.
Free Saturday Research Surgeries
Would you welcome some expert advice about your research? On the third Saturday of each month we offer free one-to-one half hour research surgeries at Northumberland Archives – Woodhorn. Members of staff are available to offer advice about sources etc. You can book a research surgery on our Eventbrite Page – Northumberland Archives Events | Eventbrite.
Free Tuesday Research Surgeries
Each Tuesday we offer 30 minute one to one research surgeries in the reception area at County Hall, Morpeth. You’ll be able to speak with an experienced staff member about your family history, house history or other research topic. Staff are able to demonstrate some of the digital resources available in our searchrooms and at County Hall and suggest how these might assist with your research. Sessions are bookable on our Eventbrite page – Northumberland Archives Events | Eventbrite.
Attending An Activity at Northumberland Archives – Woodhorn
Many of the activities that we offer are free to attend. There is a car parking charge payable when you come on site. The site is managed by Museums Northumberland who administer the on-site charges. Museums Northumberland staff will be pleased to explain the charging options to you.