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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/03/2026 | WW2 Foraging Workshop: Hedgerows and Homefronts | Cramlington Village Community Association, East Farm Terrace, Cramlington | Booking Via Eventbrite Tickets £20 Adult £5 Child + Booking Fee | Workshop with the Cramlington Forager. |
| 17/03/2026 | WW2 Talk: The Spy in a Berwick Garden | Acklington Village Hall | Booking Via Eventbrite £3 Adult £1 Child + Booking Fee | Talk by Lindsay Allason-Jones |
| 23/03/2026 | WW2 Workshop: Post-War Reconstruction | Hexham Community Centre | Booking Via Eventbrite Tickets £3 Adult £1 Child + Booking Fee | Hosted by Northumberland Archives staff. |
| 11/04/2026 | WW2 Foraging Walk with The Cramlington Forager | Attlee Park, Bedlington | Booking Via Eventbrite Tickets £20 Adult £5 Child + Booking Fee | Workshop with the Cramlington Forager. |
| 27/04/2026 | The Search for Aviation Accidents in Northumberland | Jubilee Hall, Rothbury. 7-8pm | Booking Via Eventbrite Tickets £3 Adult £1 Child + Booking Fee | Talk by Chris Davies |
| 09/05/2026 | WW2 Talk: War-time Law in Berwick | 10.30-11.30am | Booking Via Eventbrite Free Event | Talk by Phil Rowett |
| 09/05/2026 | WW2 Event: Northumberland Fusiliers in the Second World War | Meeting Room 3, Longhoughton Community Centre 1pm -2.30pm | Booking Via Eventbrite Tickets Adult £4 + Booking Fee Child £2 + Booking Fee | Talk by Fusiliers Museum of Northumberland |
| 09/05/2026 | WW2 Workshop: the Home Front in Northumberland | Meeting Room 1, Longhoughton Community Centre 2.45pm - 4.45pm | Booking Via Eventbrite Tickets Adult £3 + Booking Fee | Talk by Fusiliers Museum of Northumberland |
| 05/06/2026 | Keeping Hitler out of Northumberland. | Lowick Village Hall. 7.30pm - 8.30pm | Via Eventbriute £3 Adult £1 Child | Talk by Phil Rowett |
| 09/06/2026 | Housewife at War | Stannington Village Hall. starts 6.30pm | Via Eventbrite Tickets £10 Adult £3 Child + booking fee | Performance by The History Wardrobe |
| 13/06/2026 | WW2 Symposium Event | Ponteland Memorial Hall 10am - 1pm | Via Eventbrite £3 Adult £1 Child + Booking Fee | Northumberland Archives staff and volunteers. |
| 11/07/2026 | WW2 Symposium Event | Holy Trinity Parish Hall. 10am - 1pm | Via Eventbrite Tickets on sale soon | Northumberland Archives staff and volunteers. |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19th March 2026 | Unlocking the Music Archives | Online Talk | Steph Carter | Via Eventbrite 7pm |
| 16th April 2026 | William Blackett Talk | Online Talk | Greg Finch | Via Eventbrite 7pm |
| 7th May 2026 | A Durham Coroner in his Community | Online Talk | Jacky Smart | Via Eventbrite 7pm |
| 14th May 2026 | WW2 Talk: Prefabs- Homes for the future | Online Talk | Northumberland Archives Staff | Via Eventbrite 7pm Tickets £2 Adult |
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 North East Museums who administer the on-site charges. North East Museums staff will be pleased to explain the charging options to you.