people meeting for a local history talk at gateshead east cemetery

Events

Wed 11th February 2.00pm Ballast Hills Burial Ground – Gateshead lives across the Tyne

Ballast Hills Burial Ground lies in the Ouseburn Valley on the north side of the Tyne in Newcastle, yet its story extends across the river into Gateshead and beyond. This richly illustrated talk by Myra Giesen will share highlights from the AHRC Curiosity Award project, which ran from July 2024…

Wednesday 11 March 2.00pm Central 100 – A history of Gateshead Central Library

2026 marks the centenary of Gateshead Central Library. The building has seen many changes over the years and endured through global conflicts, a Covid epidemic and huge changes in science, technology and culture. The Library is included in the Local List – a register of buildings of special architectural or…

Wednesday 8th April 2.00pm The Story of Saltwell Park

Saltwell Park first opened to the public in May 1876 so we are celebrating its 150th anniversary this year. Join Anthea Lang as she retells the story of how it came to be, who designed it and how it has changed and developed over the years.

Wednesday 13th May 2.00pm Newcastle Prison – a history 1828 – 1925

Did you know there used to be a prison in Newcastle City Centre? If you’re interested in learning more, come along and hear from the authors of a book about this forgotten landmark. Written on the 100th anniversary of its closure, Newcastle Prison A History 1828-1925 explores hidden stories and…