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SPONSORED BY Heritage Open Days in Tyne and Wear Thursday 6 – Sunday 9 and Thursday 13 – Sunday 16 September 2018

South Tyneside

Newcastle upon Tyne Sunderland

Explore architecture, history and culture for FREE www.heritageopendays.org.uk 2 Welcome to your heritage!

Heritage Open Days is England’s largest festival of architecture, history and culture and it’s all FREE. For the first time ever, it is being held over two weekends!

Heritage Open Days in Tyne and Wear 2018 Sponsored by PORT OF TYNE This is the 17th year of the annual Heritage Open Days event of architecture, history and culture in Tyne and Wear. There is a multitude of buildings and activities for you to choose from throughout Gateshead, Newcastle, North Tyneside, South Tyneside and Sunderland.

2018 is also the 6th year that the Port of Tyne has sponsored the event.

“The Port of Tyne is pleased to be able to support Heritage Open Days once again this year and help visitors enjoy places that are not normally open to the public. Over eight days 199 venues will be open for free, offering unique experiences to go behind the scenes or try something new. “The Port is joining in by opening up for tours over both weekends at Tynemouth Lighthouse and the historic Swing Bridge, which has recently had a £200,000 refurbishment in its 150th year alongside its participation in the Great Exhibition of the North. “The Tyne and Wear programme is one of the country’s best with something for everyone of all ages and interests. This is a great opportunity to be inspired to get to know more about the heritage of Tyne and Wear and enjoy some great experiences with all the family.” Andrew Moffat Chief Executive Officer, Port of Tyne

Contents 26 Great Exhibition All the events in of the North 2 Log On! this booklet are 27 North Tyneside 2 Event Feedback taking place free 35 South Tyneside 3 St Hilda’s Pit Head of charge and 42 Sunderland 4/5 Information and Key especially for 6 Gateshead 52 Angels of the North Heritage Open 12 Newcastle upon Tyne Back page Days in Tyne Acknowledgements and Wear 2018 www.heritageopendays.org.uk Gateshead 1

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Log On! In the booklet we are able to include only the basic information about each of the sites and activities in the extensive HODs in Tyne and Wear programme. Visit www.heritageopendays.org.uk to find all the detailed information you need to plan your weekends in advance and make the most of the 2018 event!

Get Sociable! Don’t forget, follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/twhods for the latest updates and join us on Facebook www.facebook.com/groups/hodstw to network with other like-minded ‘culture vultures’.

Disclaimer We have tried to ensure details are correct at the time of printing but, due to the nature of the event, participation, times and pre-booked places cannot be guaranteed. Please check at www.heritageopendays.org.uk before you set off as we will try to post any changes there. The organisers cannot accept responsibility for inconvenience or disappointment caused by errors, omissions or changes.

SPONSORED BY Heritage Open Days in Tyne and Wear Event Feedback Thursday 6 – Sunday 9 and Thursday 13 – Sunday 16 September 2018 Gateshead North Tyneside Your feedback is essential to the future development and success of Heritage Open Days

South Tyneside in Tyne and Wear, so we would love to hear any comments you have. If you have any comments please email Fiona Cullen at [email protected] and let us know what you think.

Newcastle upon Tyne Sunderland

Explore architecture, history and culture for FREE

010_19 HODs Leaflet v.5.indd 1 25/05/2018 11:41 ✍ www.heritageopendays.org.uk 4 Information and Key Pre-book Some buildings and most activities must be pre-booked. Use the contact details in the entry to book a place. To avoid disappointment, book well before the HODs weekends as many have limited places. Please let the organisers know as soon as possible if you can’t make it so that someone else can take your place.

Getting There You will find it helpful to use a Tyne and Wear AtoZ which covers most locations listed. Where available, postcodes have been provided to allow you to use SatNav or the Internet to find the buildings or events. Use public transport if you can. If you are driving, please use the parking facilities indicated. If these are local streets, try to avoid inconveniencing local people.

Access Entries marked Full disabled access are suitable for wheelchair users. Partial disabled access may involve a few steps, or have only part of the building fully accessible. Many walks are marked Partial disabled access as they might go beyond normal pavements. Contact the venue direct to get more information.

‘We have had a great few days visiting places on HODs in Tyne and Wear. Looking forward to next year and planning our next trips out already. Two very happy customers.’ Visitors to HODs in T&W, 2017

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‘Many thanks for the hard work Key to symbols that goes into HODs. Long may s Pre-booking is essential for this the event continue!’ event. The contact details and Visitor to HODs in T&W, 2017 ways to book (phone, email, and/ or website) are given in the entry. It is not possible to just turn up LC Limited capacity for event Entry Fees 4 Just turn up anytime during Entry fees are waived only for the the dates and times shown days and times indicated in each entry. Parking available on site Some venues may make a charge for P or nearby another part of their site not taking Toilet facility available on site part in Heritage Open Days 2018. º or nearby Q Children Full disabled access All children must be accompanied by Q Partial disabled access a responsible adult. Q No disabled access How to use this Booklet QP Disabled parking available The booklet is laid out by District – on site Gateshead, Newcastle upon Tyne, QWC Disabled toilet facility available North Tyneside, South Tyneside and on site Sunderland. Within each District the The building or part of it is not properties or activities are laid out \ normally open to the public in alphabetical order of their title. NC Normally an entry fee is charged; for Heritage Open Days – Donations No Charge Although entry to all buildings and ; Child or family friendly event activities is free, many are run by Walks and Tours. Please wear volunteers or rely on donations. Buying clothing and footwear appropriate refreshments or guide books etc will to the type of walk or tour often help with upkeep and repairs, and NEW New event this year donations are always gratefully received.

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Swing Bridge © Andrew Heptinstall The Assembly House Seven Stories Victoria Tunnel

Castle Keep and Vintage Bus © Andrew Heptinstall

Grey’s Monument © Andrew Heptinstall www.heritageopendays.org.uk Newcastle upon Tyne 13 13 All Saints’ Church | Akenside Hill NE1 3UF | All Saints’ Church, dating from 1786–96 and designed by famous local architect David Stephenson, is an iconic building on the skyline of the Tyne Gorge. Take this unique opportunity to view inside with the City Guides. Open: Thur 13 Sept: 12.00–16.00 Q 4 \

All Saints’ Open Day | West Avenue, Gosforth NE3 4ES | Come visit and see inside All Saints’ Church in Gosforth. Listen to a special talk by Bishop Colin Buchanan – ‘Heritage and Renewal’, information talks and organ recitals, or take a tour of the bell tower! Open: Sat 8 Sept: 09.30–16.30, Bell Tower Tour 11.00, Talks 10.00 (information), 11.00 (Heritage and Renewal) & 12.30 (information), Organ Recitals 10.30 & 14.30 4 º Q P WC P Q Q \ BALTIC 39: Building and History Tours | 39 High Bridge NE1 1EW | BALTIC 39 is a vibrant community of practising artists, academics and researchers located in a historic building on High Bridge in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne. Come find out more about the site and its history on this special tour. Tours last 45 mins. Open: Thur 6–Sun 9 Sept: Tours 11.15 | Thur 13–Sun 16 Sept: Tours 11.15 | Book by e-mail: [email protected] WC Pre-book: Max per tour: 12 Q s 0191 261 3830 LC º Q

Bessie Surtees House | 41–44 Sandhill NE1 3JF | Bessie Surtees is one of the last Victoria Tunnel Tudor buildings in the Newcastle area. This is a unique opportunity to view its magnificent interior with special tours of some private rooms (on Sun 9 only, pre-booking required) and a photographic exhibition ‘Spirit of the North’ on view. Open: Thur 6 & Fri 7 Sept: 10.00–16.00 | Sun 9 Sept: 11.00–17.00, Tours 11.00, 13.00 & 15.00 | Thur 13 Sept: 10.00–16.00 | Fri 14 Sept: 11.00–16.30 | Book by e-mail: [email protected] Pre-book tours: Max per tour: 20 Q 4 s 0191 269 1255 LC º NC \ Blackfriars – Restaurant, Parlour Bar, Banquet Hall, Cookery School and Tasting Room | Blackfriars NE1 4XN | Blackfriars is a former 13th century Dominican friary and it’s been right in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne for almost 800 years. Learn the history of Blackfriars which has been in existence for more than 800 years and home to the Dominican Friars, aka Black Friars, through a talk and private tour. Open: Fri 7 Sept: Talk & Tour 11.00–12.00 | Fri 14 Sept: Talk & Tour 11.00–12.00 | Book by e-mail: [email protected] Pre-book: Max per talk Q WC s 0191 261 5945 LC & tour: 40 º Q NC \

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Chillingham Road Primary School Museum | Chillingham Road Primary School, Chillingham Road NE6 5XX | Come visit this small museum in Chillingham Road Primary School. Created by a group of enthusiastic volunteers, it provides a unique insight into the life of a Newcastle primary school which first opened its gates in 1893. Open: Sat 15 Sept: 11.00–16.00 Q WC 4 º Q

Church of the Divine Unity | Ellison Place NE1 8XG | The Church of the Divine Unity is one of Newcastle’s only Art Deco churches. Normally closed except for worship, the Grade II listed building is one of the city’s hidden gems. This year may be its last HODs, as the church is being sold. Come see it while you can! Open: Sat 8 Sept: 10.00–16.00 | Sun 9 Sept: 12.00–15.00 | Sat 15 Sept: 10.00–16.00 | Sun 16 Sept: 12.00–15.00 Q P 4 Q

City Hall Tour | Northumberland Road NE1 8SF | Take part in a unique tour of the City Hall led by ‘Tyne Idols’. Explore the building’s architecture, history and culture and listen to interesting and humorous stories of the world-famous acts that have performed here since its opening in 1927. Open: Sat 8 Sept: Tour 10.00 | Book at Theatre Royal Box Office: 100 Grey Street NE1 6BR WC Pre-book: Max people: 30 Q s 0844 811 2121 LC º Q \ NC

City Highlights Walk | Central Exchange Buildings, Grey Street / Grainger Street / Market Street NE1 5BP | Meet in Central Arcade within Central Exchange Buildings | Find out everything you ever wanted to know and things you didn’t even know you wanted to know! A fascinating walking tour with the City Guides around the historic centre of Newcastle. Open: Thur 13 –Sun 16 Sept: Walks 10.30–12.00 Q 4 NC

Civic Centre Banqueting Suite and Lord Mayor’s Silver Gallery | Civic Centre, Barras Bridge NE1 8QH | Meet at the Grand Entrance | A unique opportunity to see inside post-war modern classic Grade II* listed building that never fails to impress. See the Bavarian Crystal Chandeliers and original art work which was commissioned for the building’s opening in 1964. Meet at 11.50, the tour will start at 12.00 prompt. Open: Sat 8 Sept: Tour 12.00–13.30 | Book by e-mail: [email protected] WC s Pre-book: LC Max people: 60 º Q P 0191 277 7222 P Q Q \ www.heritageopendays.org.uk Newcastle upon Tyne 15

Cooper’s Studios: Auction House and Horse Repository | 14–18 Westgate Road NE1 3NN | Cooper’s Studios is a Victorian Grade II listed building fronting onto Westgate Road. Take a guided tour of this purpose-built, multi-storey repository of horses, carriages, cycles and early motor cars that has been converted into offices. Open: Sat 15 Sept: Tours 10.00,11.00 & 12.00 | Book by e-mail: [email protected] WC Pre-book Max per tour: 15 Q s by e-mail LC º Q \

Discovery Museum – Great Exhibition of the North and HODs! | Blandford Square NE1 4JA | From 6–9 Sept there will be a crossover of HODs with the Great Exhibition of the North so you can get free access to a variety of exhibitions, including the magnificent Stephenson’s Rocket, pre-booking required, see www.getnorth2018.com. From 13–16 Sept there will be general free access to the museum’s fascinating galleries and exhibitions. Open: Thur 6–Sun 9 Sept: 10.00–18.00 | Thur 13 & Fri 14 Sept: 10.00–16.00 | Sat 15 & Sun 16 Sept: 11.00–16.00 | Book online: https://discoverymuseum.org.uk/ 4 s Pre-book online: º Q P WC some GEotN events P Q Q Emily Davison – Suffragette. Talk by Ian McArdle | Bewick Room 1 & 2, Level 2, City Library, 33 New Bridge Street West NE1 8AX | Join Ian McArdle for this fascinating talk and find out about the life and times of this important figure in the suffragette movement. Open: Thur 13 Sept: Talk 14.30–15.30 | Book by e-mail: [email protected] | Book online: www.newcastle.gov.uk/libraryevents WC Pre-book: Max people: 60 Q s 0191 277 4100 LC º Q NEW

Explore the Ocean-Going Yacht, James Cook | Newcastle City Marina, Quayside NE1 1LF | Explore and learn about James Cook, the 70-ft purpose-built Sail Training Vessel. We’ve taken her out of her usual schedule so that she can be opened up to the public during her 30th sailing season. Take part in our family-friendly activities and demonstrations and talk to our valued staff and volunteers about life at sea aboard James Cook! Open: Sat 15 & Sun 16 Sept: 09.00–17.00, tours and activities throughout the days Max per tour/ Q 4 LC session: 12 \ ;

From Flax to Freelance: The History of 36 Lime Street | Ouseburn Warehouse Workshops, 36 Lime Street NE1 2PQ | 36 Lime Street dates from the 1840s and in its 165-year history has witnessed some of the Ouseburn’s greatest events and changes. Join Ouseburn expert Mike Greatbatch and 36 Lime Street artist Sue Woolhouse on a tour of the interior and exterior of 36 Lime Street. Open: Thur 13 Sept: Tour 14.00 | Sat 15 Sept: Tour 14.00 | Book by e-mail: [email protected] s Pre-book LC Max per tour: 25 º Q P by e-mail P Q

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From Jesmond Library to The Word: How Jesmond Library has influenced library design since 1963 | Jesmond Library, 76A St George’s Terrace NE2 2DL | For HODs there will be general access to Jesmond Library during which time the original architect’s model of the Library will be on display. Also, a special tour of the Library followed by a talk by an architect from FaulknerBrowns about the design and construction of both Jesmond Library (1963) and The Word: National Centre for the Written Word, South Shields (2016). Open: Sat 15 Sept: 09.30–16.30, Tour 16.30, Talk 17.00–18.00 | Book by e-mail: [email protected] Pre-book tour and talk: Q P WC 4 s 0191 281 2385 º Q Q NEW From Suffragettes and Beyond – Discover the History of Women and the Vote | Bewick Room 1 & 2, Level 2, City Library, 33 New Bridge Street West NE1 8AX | Join Lynn Hobson for a workshop including a fun quiz and talk and discover the fascinating story of how women won the vote, from the earliest petitions and protests to the direct action of the Suffragettes and beyond. Open: Thur 6 Sept: Workshop 17.00–18.30 | Book by e-mail: information@newcastle. gov.uk | Book online: www.newcastle.gov.uk/libraryevents WC Pre-book: Max people: 40 Q s 0191 277 4100 LC º Q NEW

Grainger Market Tours | Grainger Street NE1 5QQ | Tours meet at the Market Inspector’s Office, Alley 2 | The Grainger Market is a Grade I listed building – a permanent covered market that has been at the heart of Newcastle life since 1835. Join us on a fascinating tour of this historic building. Open: Thur 6–Sat 8 Sept: 09.00–17.30, Tours 13.00 | Thur 13–Sat 15 Sept: 09.00–17.30, Tours 13.00 | Book online: www.newcastle.gov.uk/leisure-libraries-and-tourism/events/ heritage-open-days WC Pre-book Max per tour: 30 Q 4 s tours online LC º Q Great North Museum: Hancock – Great Exhibition of the North and HODs | Barras Bridge NE2 4PT | From 6–9 Sept there will be a crossover of HODs with the Great Exhibition of the North so you can get free access to the fascinating ‘Which Way North’ exhibition, see www.getnorth2018.com for details. From 13–16 Sept there will be general free access to the museum’s exhibitions. Open: Thur 6–Sun 9 Sept: 10.00–18.00 | Thur 13 & Fri 14 Sept: 10.00–17.00 | Sat 15 Sept: 10.00–16.00 | Sun 16 Sept: 11.00–16.00 Q P WC 4 º Q Q www.heritageopendays.org.uk Newcastle upon Tyne 17

Great North Museum: Hancock Library – Five Hundred Years of the Book | Second Floor, Great North Museum, Barras Bridge NE2 4PT | Take this rare chance to view first editions of beautifully illustrated books on the history, archaeology and natural history of the Northern region, that are not normally on display. Open: Fri 7 Sept: 11.00–15.30 Q P WC 4 º Q Q

Grey’s Monument | Grey Street NE1 5BQ | Grey’s Monument was erected in 1838 to commemorate Earl Grey and his contribution to the passing of the Great Reform Bill. This is a rare chance to climb the 164 steps to the top of the monument for outstanding views of the city! Open: Fri 14 Sept: 13.00–16.00 (half-hour slots) | Book online: www.newcastlegateshead.com/city-guides/heritage-open-days Pre-book Max per tour: 8 Q s tours online LC \ NC

Heaton Park Guided Walk – Mines, a Temple, Bears and Much More! | Heaton Park NE6 5JS | Meet at the Pavilion | Explore the history of Heaton Park on this guided walk in the company of volunteers who are passionate about the parks. Open: Thur 6 Sept: Walk 13.30–15.30 Pre-book: Max people: 20 Q s 0191 281 2082 LC P

Heritage Open Day at St Dominic’s Priory Church | New Bridge Street NE1 2TP | For HODs visitors can take a self-directed tour of the church and its many beautiful and historic artefacts, learn more about the church from leaflets and stewards on hand and watch a film or live presentations on the history of the church. Open: Sat 15 Sept: 14.00–17.00 Q WC 4 º Q

Heritage Tours of Jesmond Old Cemetery | Jesmond Old Cemetery, Jesmond Road NE2 1NL | Meet at South Lodge adjacent to the Sandyford Road Entrance | Join the Friends of Jesmond Old Cemetery on a heritage tour of this cultural and historical gem; there are memorials to over 25,000 people contained within its walls – we can’t talk about them all, but you won’t be disappointed by the ones we do. Open: Fri 14 Sept: Tour 14.00–16.00 | Sat 15 Sept: Tour 10.00–12.00 | Book online: www.newcastle.gov.uk/leisure-libraries-and-tourism/events/heritage-open-days WC Pre-book Max per tour: 20 Q s tours online LC º Q

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Holy Jesus Hospital Tours | City Road NE1 2AS | Take a guided or self-guided tour of this 17th-century brick-built almshouse, which was home to poor ‘freeman’ of Newcastle from 1682 to 1937. The building also includes a 16th-century Tudor tower and 19th-century soup kitchen, all built on the site of a 14th-century Augustinian friary. Complete your tour with a cup of soup in the soup kitchen. Open: Sat 8 Sept: 10.30–16.30 (last entry 15.45) Tours run frequently throughout the day WC Book at the Max per tour: 20 Q s building on the day LC º Q \

Jesmond Dene Guided Walk | Jesmond Dene NE7 7BQ | Meet at Ouseburn Parks Visitor Centre | Join our fantastic guides of the Friends of Jesmond Dene on a walk through this wonderful historic park finding out about its past, present and future. Open: Fri 7 Sept: Walk 13.30–15.30 WC Pre-book: Max people: 20 Q P s 0191 281 2082 LC P º Q Q

Jesmond Dene Real Tennis Club | Matthew Bank NE2 3RE | A unique opportunity to view inside this Victorian Real Tennis court which is in daily use by members of Jesmond Dene Real Tennis Club. It is one of about 25 Real Tennis courts in the UK. Real Tennis is the original racket sport! Open: Thur 6–Sun 9 Sept: 12.00–16.00 | Thur 13–Sun 16 Sept: 12.00–16.00 Q WC 4 P º Q \ NEW

Jesmond Parish Church | Eskdale Terrace NE2 4DJ | An opportunity to visit Jesmond Parish Church and view the interior which includes wood carving by Ralph Hedley and stained glass by George Baguley and Lawrence Lee. Open: Sat 8 Sept: 11.00–14.00 | Sun 9 Sept: All are welcome to Sunday services at 10.45 & 18.30 | Sun 16 Sept: All are welcome to Sunday services at 10.45 & 18.30 Q P WC 4 P º Q Q

Jesmond United Reformed Church | Burdon Terrace NE2 3AE | Come and visit this magnificent Grade ll listed church, built in 1888 and refurbished three years ago. NEW this year – the newly restored Colour of the 4th Battalion Tyneside Scottish, of which the church is Custodian, and the refurbished Memorial Book for those from the church who died in WWI and II. Learn about the church’s connection with the Tyneside Scottish and its role in WWI. Open: Sat 8 Sept: 10.00–16.00 | Sun 9 Sept: 10.00–16.00, Morning service 10.45 Q P WC 4 P º Q Q www.heritageopendays.org.uk Newcastle upon Tyne 19

Laing Art Gallery – Picture of the Month | Laing Art Gallery, New Bridge Street NE1 8AG | Meet in the Marble Hall | Come to the Laing for a free talk from the Friends of the Laing Art Gallery about one of the paintings in the Art Gallery’s collection. During HODs learn more about The Beach (c. 1909) by Lauren Knight. Open: Sat 8 & Sat 15 Sept: Picture of the Month Talks 11.00 Q WC 4 º Q

Leazes Park Heritage Walk | Leazes Park, Richardson Road NE1 4LR | Meet at the Boat Jetty | A leisurely and factual walk around Leazes Park, learning about the history, features, flora and fauna of this important city parkland. Open: Sun 16 Sept: Walk 14.00–15.30 WC Pre-book: Max people: 15 Q P s 0191 222 1741 LC P º Q Q

Live Theatre Heritage Tours | Broad Chare, Quayside NE1 3DQ | Enjoy a behind- the-scenes tour in Live Theatre’s historic Georgian buildings (including the new Live Garden). Warning! Tour contains factual history and a few tall tales as befitting the North East’s premier new writing theatre! Open: Sat 15 Sept: Tours 11.00, 13.00 & 15.00 | Book by e-mail: [email protected] | Book online: www.live.org.uk WC Pre-book: Max per tour: 20 Q s 0191 232 1232 LC º Q \ NC NEW Natural History Society of Northumbria – The Fables of Aesop and Others, 1818 | Council Room, Second Floor, Great North Museum: Hancock NE2 4PT | Visit the prestigious Council Room of The Natural History Society of Northumbria. This year the Society is celebrating the bicentenary of the publication of Thomas Bewick’s iconic ‘The Fables of Aesop and Others’, 1818. Some of Bewick’s original drawings for the Fables will be on show with a small collection of his unique woodblocks. Open: Fri 7 Sept: 11.00–15.30 Q P WC 4 P º Q Q

Newcastle Castle | Castle Garth NE1 1RQ | Explore the Black Gate and Castle Keep, two remarkable surviving medieval buildings in the heart of Newcastle. Meet colourful characters from the Castle’s past as you travel through the passages and chambers of the atmospheric Castle Keep and take in the breath-taking views from the roof! Open: Fri 7 & Sat 8 Sept: 10.00–17.00 (last entry 16.15) WC Q to Black Gate Q to Castle Keep P 4 P º Q Q NC

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Newcastle Cathedral – Illuminating Stories in the Stone | St Nicholas Square, Mosley Street NE1 1PF | An opportunity to take a tour of Newcastle Cathedral including the Lantern Tower. Learn about the influential people who have shaped the history of the city and whose memorials can be seen on the walls and floor of the Cathedral. Open: Fri 7 Sept: 09.00–17.00 | Sat 8 Sept: 10.00–16.00 | Book online: www.stnicholascathedral.co.uk Pre-book tours online Max per Max per Lantern Q to Q WC 4 s or sign up on the day LC tour: 25 LC Tower tour: 10 º tower Q \

Newcastle University: Armstrong Building and the Boiler House | Armstrong Building, Queen Victoria Road NE1 7RU | Meet at Main Entrance | Take a special guided tour of the marvellous Armstrong Building and the wonderful Boiler House, both of which have recently undergone impressive refurbishments. Arrive 5 mins before tour starts. Open: Sat 8 & Sun 9 Sept: Tours 10.00–11.15 & 14.00–15.15 | Book online: www.newcastle.gov.uk/leisure-libraries-and-tourism/events/heritage-open-days WC Pre-book Max per tour: 12 Q P s online LC º Q Q

Other Newcastles of the World | Bewick Hall, Level 2, City Library, 33 New Bridge Street West NE1 8AX | Join David Faulkner for an afternoon of celebration of Newcastle’s around the world. There will be an illustrated talk, the launch of the new book about Newcastle’s of the World and the Newcastle’s exhibition on Level 6 of the City Library. Open: Fri 14 Sept: Talk, Book Launch & Exhibition 14.00–15.30 | Book by e-mail: [email protected] | Book online: www.newcastle.gov.uk/libraryevents WC Pre-book: Max people: 80 Q s 0191 277 4100 LC º Q NEW

Ouseburn Heritage Walk – Inside Ouseburn Buildings | Ouseburn Valley NE1 2PQ | Meet at Ouseburn Trust Offices, 55 Lime Street | An opportunity to explore the heritage of the Ouseburn Valley with local guides. ‘Inside Ouseburn Buildings’ is a guided walk around the Ouseburn Valley including visits to some of its historic buildings now re-used for other purposes and not generally open to the public. Open: Fri 14 Sept: Walk 14.00–16.00 | Book by e-mail: [email protected] | Book online: www.ouseburntrust.org.uk/hods2018 Pre-book: Max people: 20 Q P s 0191 261 6596 LC P Q \ NEW

Seven Stories – Building History and Tour | 30 Lime Street NE1 2PQ | Come to Seven Stories during HODs and discover the history behind Seven Stories’ Grade II listed building and delve into North East writer David Almond’s dreamlike world. The tours are free. Standard charges apply for general access. Open: Sat 8 & Sat 15 Sept: Tours 11.00 & 14.00 | Book online: www.sevenstories.org.uk WC Pre-book: Max per tour: 25 Q P s 0300 330 1095 LC P º Q Q NC www.heritageopendays.org.uk Newcastle upon Tyne 21

Show and Tell: Remarkable Women from the Archive | Philip Robinson Library, Level 1, Special Collections and Archives Reading Room, 1 Jesmond Road West NE2 4HQ | Join the Special Collections and Archives team in this free Show and Tell event to explore and handle our rare and unique treasures inspired by extraordinary women from our archive and rare book collections. Open: Thur 6 & Thur 13 Sept: Sessions 13.00, 14.00 & 15.00 | Book by e-mail: [email protected] | Book online: https://forms.ncl.ac.uk/view.php?id=297571 WC Pre-book: Max people: 25 Q s 0191 208 7651 LC P º Q \ NEW

St George’s Church, Jesmond | St George’s Close, Osborne Road NE2 2TF | St George’s is an outstanding example of Victorian art and architecture. The glass, mosaics, carving and metalwork include rare Art Nouveau design which fits seamlessly into the traditional Neo Early English style. There will be an exhibition on the history of St George’s. Open: Thur 13 Sept: 11.00–16.00, Tour 14.00 | Fri 14 Sept: 11.00–16.00, Tour 14.00 (Refreshments 10.00–12.00) | Sun 16 Sept: 12.15-16.00, Tour 14.00 WC Pre-book tours: Max per tour: 20 Q P 4 s 0191 281 1659 LC P º Q Q

St James and St Basil’s Church, Fenham | Corner of Fenham Hall Drive and Wingrove Road North NE4 9EJ | St James and St Basil’s is thought of as one of the great churches of the Arts and Crafts movement. Built to commemorate WWI. It is said to be built with stone from Dobson’s 1830 Newcastle Prison faced with stone quarried in Kenton. Open: Sat 8 Sept: 10.00–16.00 Q WC 4 P º Q

St James’ Church and Graveyard, Benwell | Benwell Lane NE15 6RR | Visit St James’ Church! On Fri 14 there will be talk at 11.00 by Mike Greatbatch on ‘Benwell and Scotswood in the early 20th century’. On Sat 15 there will be a guided tour of the church at 11.00 and a showing of a new film ‘Riverside Voices: War and Peace on the Tyne’ at 14.00. There will also be an exhibition about the impact of WWI on Benwell and Scotswood. Open: Fri 14 Sept: 10.00–16.00, Talk 11.00 (coffee and scones from 10.30) | Sat 15 Sept: 10.00–16.00, Tour 11.00 & Film 14.00 Q WC 4 P º Q ;

St John’s Church, Grainger Street | Grainger Street NE1 5JG | Enjoy informal guided tours of this interesting church, with fine woodwork and stained glass; “Mousey” Thompson pews; evidence of an anchorite’s cell; and interesting war memorials. Tower tours on Sat 8. Open: Thur 6–Sat 8 Sept: 10.00–16.00 (tours throughout the days) | Thur 13 Sept: 10.00–16.00 (no tours) | Fri 14 & Sat 15 Sept: 10.00–13.00 (no tours) WC Q Q to tower 4 º Q \

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St Mary’s Chapel and Well | Jesmond Dene NE7 7BQ | Meet at Ouseburn Parks Visitor Centre | Learn about St Mary’s Chapel and Well as well as the surrounding area on this guided walk in the company of volunteers who are passionate about the Ouseburn parks. Open: Fri 14 Sept: Walk 13.30–15.30 Pre-book: Max people: 20 Q s 0191 281 2082 LC P º

St Matthew’s Church, Summerhill | Big Lamp, Summerhill Street NE4 6EH | Visit St Matthew’s Church, a glorious example of the Victorian Gothic Revival. On Sat 8 there will be a Sung Mass for the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary at 12.00, then a simple lunch followed by cream teas. At 15.00 there will be Solemn Evensong and Benediction. On Fri 14 there will be a Sung Mass for the Exaltation of the Holy Cross at 12.00. Open: Fri 7 Sept: 10.00–16.00 | Sat 8 Sept: 09.00–18.00, Mass at 12.00 then simple lunch and cream teas | Sun 9 Sept: 12.00–18.00 | Fri 14 Sept: 10.00–16.00, Mass at 12.00 Q 4 \

Summerhill Bowling Club | Winchester Terrace NE4 6EH | Explore Summerhill Bowling Club. Have a go at bowling on this famous site where WG Grace, Jackie Milburn and many more played bowls. Discover how the bowling club has been transformed into a unique community resource with a wildlife garden, orchard, allotment and beehives. Open: Sun 16 Sept: 12.00–16.00, Tours 13.00, 14.00 & 15.00 Q WC 4 P º Q

Swing Bridge | Quayside NE1 3RQ | Meet at the top of the stairs halfway along the Swing Bridge 15 mins prior to the tour | Join the Blue Badge Guides and take a special tour of the Swing Bridge, a scheduled ancient monument, built 1868–1876 by W G Armstrong. See the fascinating pump and engine room operated by the Port of Tyne. Tour lasts approx 45 mins. Please be aware that this is an operational area. Not suitable for children under 12 years. Appropriate footwear required (no high heels). Only those with confirmed bookings and completed forms will be allowed access. Thur 6–Fri 7 Sept & Thur 13–Sun 16 Sept: Tours 10.00, 11.00, 1300, 14.00 & 15.00 | Book online: www.newcastle.gov.uk/leisure-libraries-and-tourism/events/heritage-open-days Pre-book Max per tour: 15 Q s online LC \

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The Assembly House Exhibition – ‘The City That Never Was’ | 55 Westgate Road NE1 1SG | Housed within this spectacular historic building, ‘The City That Never Was’ is an exhibition by Mike Tilley exploring the history of proposed development of Newcastle and many forgotten plans of what could have been. Presenting ambitions for the City – good, bad and ugly. Open: Thur 6–Sat 8 Sept & Thur 13–Sat 15 Sept: Exhibition 11.00–16.00 Q 4 º \ NEW

The Assembly House Tours – From Mansion House to Art House | 55 Westgate Road NE1 1SG | Take a special tour of this unique town house on the line of Hadrian’s Wall – Featured as ‘Assembly House’ on the ‘Corbridge Map’ of 1723. As a Mansion House, the centre of civic power in the 1680s. It now stands as modernised in 1788. Open: Sat 8 & Sat 15 Sept: Tours 11.00, 12.00 & 14.00 | Book online: www.newcastle-arts-centre.co.uk Pre-book: Max per tour: 35 Q s 0191 261 5618 LC º \ The Building Stones of Newcastle – The Sandstone Canyon that is Grey Street and More! | Newcastle city centre | Meet at the Grey Street entrance to the Central Arcade within Central Exchange Buildings | A geological exploration of Grey Street from Grey’s Monument to the Tyne Bridge. A guided walk with a geologist to learn about some of the diverse building stones of Newcastle. Open: Thur 6 Sept: Walk 17.30–19.30 | Book by e-mail: [email protected] Pre-book: Max people: 20 Q s 0191 528 9707 LC NEW

The Guildhall | Sandhill NE1 3AF | A rare chance to wander around this fascinating building with Newcastle City Guides on hand to answer any questions. See the Mayor’s Parlour and the original complete courtroom with stunning interiors within this historic Grade I listed building. Open: Sat 15 Sept: 12.00–16.00 Q 4 º \ NC

The Guildhall Courtroom – Acoustics and Power | Sandhill NE1 3AF | Enter into the Guildhall Courtroom and experience a fascinating artwork of sound and objects which explores how the acoustics and architecture of this unique space silenced or facilitated those involved in its judiciary processes. Open: Sat 15 Sept: 12.00–16.00 Q 4 º \ NEW

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The Lit & Phil | 23 Westgate Road NE1 1SE | Explore the library yourself or take a fascinating guided tour of the largest independent library outside London which houses over 150,000 books. The Grade II* listed building was opened in 1825 and the magnificent reading rooms remain largely unchanged. Open: Thur 6 Sept: 09.30–19.00, Tours 10.30, 11.30, 14.00 & 15.00 | Fri 7 Sept: 09.30– 17.00, Tours 10.30, 11.30, 14.00 & 15.00 | Sat 8 Sept: 09.30–16.00, Tours 10.30, 11.30, 12.30, 13.30 & 14.30 | Thur 13 Sept: 09.30–19.00, Tours 10.30, 11.30, 14.00 & 15.00 | Fri 14 Sept: 09.30–17.00, Tours 10.30, 11.30, 14.00 & 15.00 | Sat 15 Sept: 09.30–13.00, Tours 10.30 & 11.30 Pre-book tours: Max per tour: 20 Q 4 s 0191 232 0192 LC º

The Mining Institute – SEAM EXHIBITION | Neville Hall, Westgate Road NE1 1SE | Visit the Mining Institute one last time before it closes until 2020! Dig deep into the unique history stored within the Mining Institute and unearth the stories of engineering and innovation it holds. Especially for this year, a lecture by the Institute’s director Liz Mayes. The SEAM EXHIBITION will play host to a series of unique heritage activities for the whole family. See Eventbrite for details. Open: Thur 6 Sept: 10.00–18.00 | Fri 7 Sept: 10.00–18.00, Liz Mayes Lecture 18.00–20.00 | Sat 8 & Sun 9 Sept: 10.00–18.00 | Book online: www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/seam-exhibition- at-the-north-of-england-institute-of-mining-and-mechanical-engineers-17475872744 WC SEAM Pre-book workshops Max people: 60 Q P 4 EXHIBITION s and lecture LC º Q Q

Theatre Royal | 100 Grey Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 6BR | The Theatre Royal dates from 1836-7 and is Grade I listed. It was designed by John and Benjamin Green for Richard Grainger to replace David Stephenson’s 1788 theatre, which was demolished to make way for Grey Street. Take a fascinating tour of this landmark building. Open: Fri 14 & Sat 15 Sept: Tours 10.00 | Book at Theatre Royal Box Office: 100 Grey Street NE1 6BR WC Pre-book: Max per tour: 25 Q s 0844 811 2121 LC º Q \

Trinity House | Broad Chare NE1 3DQ | Trinity House is home to a historic maritime organisation. It is a Grade I listed building with Entrance Hall, Chapel (1505) and Banqueting Hall (1730). Maritime artefacts and paintings will be on display. For HODs there will be guided tours every 20 minutes from 10.00. Open: Fri 7 & Sat 15 Sept: 10.00–15.00, Tours every 20 mins Q 4 º \ www.heritageopendays.org.uk Newcastle upon Tyne 25

Tyneside Cinema: Screen Heritage, Archive Film and Historic Newsreels | 10 Pilgrim Street NE1 6QG | The Tyneside Cinema is one of the UK’s most historic cinemas, opening as a newsreel theatre in 1937, and being the only building of its kind that is still operating as a Cinema today. For HODs there are heritage tours and newsreel screenings. The newsreel screenings on Sat 8 and Sat 15 will be special, extended editions focusing on the history of Newcastle and the North East. Open: Thur 6, Fri 7 & Sun 9 Sept: Tour & Screening 11.15–12.15 | Sat 8 Sept: Tours & Extended Screenings 10.15–11.30 & 11.15–12.30 | Thur 13, Fri 14 & Sun 16 Sept: Tour & Screening 11.15–12.15 | Sat 15 Sept: Tours & Extended Screenings 10.15–11.30 & 11.15–12.30 | Book online: http://tynesidecinema.co.uk WC Pre-book online or Max per tour: 20 Q 4 s sign up on the day LC º Q

Tyne Theatre and Opera House – Theatre Tours | Westgate Road NE1 4AG | Take an animated tour led by guides from the Preservation Trust, around this historic Grade I listed theatre, which was built in 1867 and designed by W.B. Parnell for Cowan. Open: Thur 6 & Fri 7 Sept: Tours 10.00, 12.00 & 14.00 | Book online: www.tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk WC Pre-book Max per tour: 25 Q s online LC º Q \

Victoria Tunnel Guided Tour | Lime Street, Ouseburn Valley | Details of meeting point will be provided on booking | The Victoria Tunnel was a coal wagon-way in 1842 to transport coal to the River Tyne. It was also used in WWII as an air raid shelter. Take a two-hour tour and fully experience the history of this interesting structure. Open: Thur 6 & Thur 13 Sept: Tours 10.30–12.30 & 13.30–15.30 | Book online: www.ouseburntrust.org.uk/hods2018 Pre-book Max per tour: 15 Q P s online LC P Q NC

Vintage Bus Tour – Newcastle | Rear Car Park, Civic Centre, Off Sandyford Road NE1 8QH | Meet in Car Park | Join the Aycliffe and District Bus Preservation Society and take a unique tour on a classic vintage bus through the historic streets of Newcastle. Open: Fri 7 & Sat 8 Sept: Tours 11.00, 13.00 & 15.00 | Book online: www.newcastle.gov.uk/leisure-libraries-and-tourism/events/heritage-open-days Pre-book Max per tour: 31 Q P s online LC P Q NC

‘My wife and I attended the Tyne Theatre and Opera House tour and were most impressed with the information passed on to us. The actual tour of the theatre was most illuminating, especially the part that went beneath the stage.’ Visitor to Tyne Theatre and Opera House, Newcastle 2017

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Whistle – by Steve Messam | The line of the ancient town wall of Newcastle | Walk the line of the ancient town wall of Newcastle and at 13.00 each day hear a series of replica steam locomotive whistles. Part of the Great Exhibition of the North but retained for another week especially for HODs! Visit this event at www.heritageopendays.org.uk to find out where all the whistles are located. Open: Thur 6–Sun 9 Sept: Whistles 13.00 | Thur 13–Sun 16 Sept: Whistles 13.00

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Wonderful Women | Northumberland St NE1 7PF | Meet at Haymarket Metro Northumberland Street Entrance – Finishes at the High Level Bridge | Let the City Guides lead you through the streets of Newcastle and tell you about women with pioneering spirit, women who were the ‘power behind the throne’, and women who went against the tide. Open: Sun 16 Sept: Walk 14.30–16.30 Q 4 NC NEW www.heritageopendays.org.uk www.heritageopendays.org.uk Acknowledgements

On a national level the event is co-ordinated by the National Trust and funded by players of the Postcode Lottery. In Tyne and Wear, the event is co-ordinated by the Councils of Gateshead, Newcastle upon Tyne, North Tyneside, South Tyneside and Sunderland, in association with Tyne and Wear Building Preservation Trust, NewcastleGateshead Initiative, NE1, Sunderland Heritage Forum and the Newcastle upon Tyne Association of City Guides. This is the 6th year that the event has been sponsored by the Port of Tyne. This guide and other publicity material has been sponsored by the Port of Tyne and supported by the five Councils, The Barbour Foundation and Sunderland Heritage Forum. It is produced by GDA Design Associates. The launch of the Tyne and Wear event, held at St Hilda’s Pit Head, South Tyneside, was kindly hosted by South Tyneside Council and Tyne and Wear Building Preservation Trust and presented by John Grundy.

Special thanks to all the individual organisers across the Districts, many of whom are volunteers, for their time, effort and enthusiasm, which helps to make the Heritage Open Days in Tyne and Wear event of the largest and the best in England!