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Next weekend several North East National Trust properties can be visited for free upon production of the voucher below.

The free weekend offer is national but not all National Trust properties are participating in the free weekend offer.

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The properties near to us where the voucher is accepted are…

Cherryburn, Station Bank, Stocksfield, NE43 7DD.
Cottage and farmhouse, the birthplace of Thomas Bewick.

Thomas Bewick is perhaps Northumberland’s greatest artist.

A wood engraver and naturalist who revolutionised print art in Georgian England.

Discover his tiny birthplace cottage and farmyard with glorious views over the Tyne Valley, plus a traditional 19th-century farmhouse, the later home of the Bewick family, with an unrivalled collection of his work and an exhibition about his life.

Follow Bewick’s wood blocks on their journey to the print room, where regular Sunday afternoon demonstrations bring alive this intricate craft, or explore the delightful cottage gardens, farmyard and paddock walk, perfect for picnicking or playing with the kids.

Full National Trust property information can be found here Cherryburn, Stocksfield, NE43 7DD (opens in a new window).

Cragside, Rothbury, Morpeth, NE65 7PX.
Extraordinary Victorian house, gardens and woodland – the wonder of its age.

Enter the world of Lord Armstrong – Victorian inventor, innovator and landscape genius.

Cragside house was truly a wonder of its age.

Discover the first house in the world to be lit by hydroelectricity.

It is crammed full of ingenious gadgets – most of them still working.

The gardens are incredible.

One of the largest rock gardens in Europe leads down to the Iron Bridge, which in turn leads to the formal garden.

Children will love our adventure play area and exploring Nelly’s Labyrinth, a network of paths and tunnels cut out of a vast area of rhododendron forest.

Full National Trust property information can be found here Cragside, Rothbury, Morpeth, NE65 7PX (opens in a new window).

George Stephenson’s Birthplace, Wylam, NE41 8BP.
Birthplace of the world-famous railway engineer.

Discover the humble birthplace of great railway pioneer, George Stephenson, whose entire family lived in just one room.

Our costumed guide tells the story of how challenging life was for mining families, like George’s, that once crammed into this now charming little stone cottage, nestled in a pretty garden near the River Tyne.

Full National Trust property information can be found here George Stephenson’s Birthplace, Wylam, NE41 8BP (opens in a new window).

Gibside, Rowlands Gill, Gateshead, NE16 6BG.
Stunning 18th-century landscape garden and haven for nature.

A taste of the country on the edge of the city.

Discover fine Derwent Valley views, winding paths and refreshing open spaces while exploring our elegant buildings and ruins.

Gibside is a Georgian ‘grand design’ on a spectacular scale.

The vision of coal baron George Bowes, the Palladian chapel is an architectural masterpiece, the stable block is a vibrant learning and discovery centre, and the once grand hall is now a dramatic shell.

Gibside is also a haven for wildlife with red kites often circling in the skies above.

After centuries of decline, we’re restoring Gibside for people and nature.

Come for events every weekend, escape along the avenue for miles of tranquil walks and picnic spots or enjoy family fun at our adventure play area and woodland play trail.

Food also runs through Gibside’s veins, whether in our bustling walled garden, café, local farm shop or twice monthly farmers market.

Full National Trust property information can be found here Gibside, Rowlands Gill, Gateshead, NE16 6BG (opens in a new window).

Holy Jesus Hospital, City Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 2AS.
An extraordinary mix of architecture from over seven centuries.

The Holy Jesus Hospital survives amid 1960’s city-centre developments, displaying features from all periods of its 700-year existence.

The National Trust’s Inner City Project is now based here, working to provide opportunities for inner-city dwellers to gain access to and enjoy the countryside on their doorstep.

Full National Trust property information can be found here Holy Jesus Hospital, City Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 2AS (opens in a new window).

Lindisfarne Castle, Lindisfarne aka Holy Island, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2SH.
Romantic 16th-century castle with spectacular views.

Location has always been the main attraction for the owners and occupiers of Lindisfarne Castle.

From a former fort to the holiday home of a wealthy Edwardian bachelor seeking a quiet retreat from London, the idyllic location of the Castle has intrigued and inspired for centuries.

The renovation by Arts and Crafts architect Edwin Lutyens both hides and emphasises the old fort, all the while overlooking Gertrude Jekyll’s enchanting walled garden and the unexpected grandeur of the Lime Kilns, an imposing and striking reminder of Lindisfarne’s industrial past.

Full National Trust property information can be found here Lindisfarne Castle, Holy Island, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2SH (opens in a new window).

Ormesby Hall, Ladgate Lane, near Middlesbrough, TS3 0SR.
The Pennyman family’s intimate 18th-century mansion.

Home of the Pennyman family for nearly 400 years, this classic Georgian mansion, with its Victorian kitchen and laundry, attractive gardens and estate walks, provides lively resources for local schools and community groups, and a unique venue for wedding ceremonies and corporate events.

Experience the spirit of the intimate home of Colonel Jim Pennyman, the last of the Pennyman line, and his arts-loving wife Ruth, as well as the stylish legacy of the 18th-century character ‘Wicked’ Sir James Pennyman – so named because of his extravagant lifestyle and his gambling with the family fortune.

Full National Trust property information can be found here Ormesby Hall, Ladgate Lane, near Middlesbrough, TS3 0SR (opens in a new window).

Souter Lighthouse and The Leas, Coast Road, Sunderland, SR6 7NH.
A marvel of its age.

Souter is a special place all year round and was the first lighthouse in the world designed and built to be powered by electricity.

Opened in 1871, decommissioned in 1988, the National Trust acquired it and opened it to the public in 1990.

Souter remains an iconic beacon, hooped in red and white and standing proud on the coastline midway between the River Tyne and the River Wear.

The Leas is a two and a half mile stretch of magnesian limestone cliffs, wave-cut foreshore and coastal grassland.

The cliffs and rock stacks of Marsden Bay are home to nesting Kittiwakes, Fulmar, Cormorants, Shags and Guillemots.

Full National Trust property information can be found here Souter Lighthouse and The Leas, Coast Road, Sunderland, SR6 7NH (opens in a new window).

Wallington, Cambo, near Morpeth, NE61 4AR.
Magnificent estate where politics and play came together in the heart of Northumberland.

Discover Wallington, much-loved home to generations of the unconventional Trevelyan family.

Visit the impressive, yet friendly house, and explore the history of Northumberland in the huge pre-Raphaelite paintings around the remarkable Central Hall.

Be inspired by the beautiful furniture, family paintings and treasured collections.

The Trevelyans loved being outdoors and close to nature and the house is surrounded by an informal landscape of lawns, lakes, woodland, parkland and farmland, just waiting to be explored.

There is even a beautiful walled garden hidden in the woods, a colourful haven of tranquillity in all seasons.

Full National Trust property information can be found here Wallington, Cambo, near Morpeth, NE61 4AR (opens in a new window).

Washington Old Hall, The Avenue, Washington, NE38 7LE.
Manor house associated with the family of George Washington, first president of the USA.

At the heart of historic Washington village this picturesque stone manor house and its gardens provide a tranquil oasis, reflecting gentry life following the turbulence of the English Civil War.

The building incorporates parts of the original medieval home of George Washington’s direct ancestors, and it is from here that the family took their surname of ‘Washington’.

Much used and loved by local schools and community groups, including a hugely supportive Friends organisation, the Old Hall is also popular with couples wanting intimate wedding ceremonies and companies organising corporate events.

Full National Trust property information can be found here Washington Old Hall, The Avenue, Washington, NE38 7LE (opens in a new window).

Seaton Delaval Hall, The Avenue, Seaton Sluice, NE26 4QR.
More than a great house, it is a truly amazing place.

Seaton Delaval Hall is a great house set in its own estate with lovely gardens and a fine collection; yet it is also much more.

It is a signpost pointing to the diverse history of a family which acquired land here in the late 11th century.

The house occupies the site of a Norman settlement, and its original Norman chapel remains in use today.

Built between 1719 and 1730 for Admiral George Delaval, it is not only the finest house in the north east of England, but also among the finest works of its architect, Sir John Vanbrugh, one of the masters of English Baroque.

For 900 years, the estate has been a stage for drama, intrigue and romance while the surrounding landscape has fuelled industrial revolution.

The house has survived terrible fires, military occupation and potential ruin.

Now it provides an amazing space for arts, heritage and the community to come together.

Full National Trust property information can be found here Seaton Delaval Hall, The Avenue, Seaton Sluice, NE26 4QR (opens in a new window).

The National Trust voucher you need to print and take with you is below…

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Published on 13th April 2013 15:11.

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Maker Faire at the Centre for Life

Home > Tyne & Wear > Newcastle upon Tyne > Times Square > Life Science Centre

Maker Faire takes place at the Life Science Centre, Times Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4EP.

Below is a link to a competition to win one of five family tickets to Maker Faire.

Life Science Centre Centre For Life Times Square Newcastle upon Tyne

Maker Faire commences Saturday 27th April 2013 and promises to be the world’s largest “show and tell” weekend.

The competition closes on Sunday 21st April.

Visit Maker Faire Newcastle upon Tyne UK Competition to enter (opens in a new window).

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Published on 11th April 2013 16:30.

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Tyneside & Northumberland Beer & Cider Festival

Home > Tyne & Wear > Newcastle upon Tyne > Northumbria University Students Union

The 37th Tyneside & Northumberland beer and cider festival 2013 kicks off today at Northumbria University Students Union at 2 Sandyford Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8SB.

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The Tyneside & Northumberland beer and cider festival runs from Wednesday 10th April until Saturday 13th April 2013.

If you are a card-carrying member of CAMRA (Campaign For Real Ale) then you get free entry to the festival and can start sampling the 140 ales, 30 ciders and 10 perries that are on offer from 4pm on Wednesday 10th April.

General admission is from 6pm (until 10:30pm) and costs £3.

On Thursday 11th and Friday 12th the festival runs from 12 noon until 10:30pm and on Saturday 13th April the hours are 12pm until 7pm.

Full details of the Tyneside & Northumberland beer and cider festival and the beers and ciders on offer can be found in this programme guide…

You can see some news footage of the festival here…

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Published on 10th April 2013 16:11.

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Neptune Centre for Subsea & Offshore Engineering

Home > Tyne & Wear > Newcastle upon Tyne > Neptune Energy Park

An “extreme” engineering centre is to be built in Newcastle upon Tyne to help develop subsea technology.

The £7 million Neptune Centre will be created on the River Tyne.

Neptune Energy Park Fisher Street Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 4LY

Business Secretary Vince Cable unveiled the centre as part of a new oil and gas strategy and said “The UK’s oil and gas sector is crucial to the economy, so we’ve worked closely with the sector on today’s industrial strategy.

But its future success relies on it being underpinned by the latest science and technology.

This cutting-edge new facility will help put our academic community and industry at the centre of subsea and offshore engineering research.

It will drive up skills and develop the innovations needed to fuel growth in the North Sea.”

The centre is to be built on the north bank of the River Tyne at Shepherd Offshore’s Neptune Energy Park.

It is billed by Newcastle University, NE1 7RU, who are providing funds for the scheme, as a centrepiece for economic revival.

Lead professor for the project Nick Wright said “The Neptune Centre will create a unique facility that will significantly enhance research capacity, not just at Newcastle University but in the UK as a whole, providing a focus for the development of both new technology and academic-industry relationships that underpin future growth.”

The project is also supported by Newcastle City Council and includes plans for a hyperbaric chamber which will be capable of testing technology and materials at temperatures and pressures equivalent to those found at the deepest ocean depths.

Newcastle University is to lead a national centre for subsea and offshore engineering as part of a major drive to develop new materials and technologies to explore the world’s oceans.

The Neptune Centre for Subsea and Offshore Engineering has been unveiled as a key part of the Government’s Oil and Gas Strategy.

It will be the first of its kind in the UK, bringing together industry and academia to create a world-class engineering research facility.

Developing technologies that can withstand one of the world’s harshest environments, the new centre will be at the forefront of our quest to harness the ocean’s potential as a source of food, energy and medicine.

Building on the region’s maritime heritage and Newcastle University‘s world-leading expertise in marine engineering, the Neptune Centre will be developed on the north bank of the River Tyne on the Neptune Energy Park, a major redevelopment of the former Neptune shipyard.

Neptune Energy Park is part of Shepherd Offshore, Nelson Road, Offshore Technology Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 3NL.

It will be a centrepiece for the revival of this part of Tyneside, bringing with it jobs and investment.

The Secretary of State said “The UK’s oil and gas sector is crucial to the economy, so we’ve worked closely with the sector on today’s industrial strategy.

But its future success relies on it being underpinned by the latest science and technology.

This cutting edge new facility will help put our academic community and industry at the centre of subsea and offshore engineering research.

It will drive up skills and develop the innovations needed to fuel growth in the North Sea.”

The project will be part-funded through the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) from the Catalyst Fund and matched with funding from Newcastle University and the private sector.

Supported by Newcastle City Council, plans include the building of a unique hyperbaric chamber and environmental test facilities which will be capable of testing technologies and materials at temperatures and pressures equivalent to those found at the very deepest ocean depths.

Project lead Professor Nick Wright who is Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation at Newcastle University, said “The Neptune Centre will create a unique facility that will significantly enhance research capacity, not just at Newcastle University but in the UK as a whole – providing a focus for the development of both new technology and academic-industry relationships that underpin future growth.

Newcastle University has a long tradition of applied engineering research focused on the marine sector – reflecting the history and tradition of both the University and the North East region.

This new national centre will act as a place for industry and academia to interact, providing crucial infrastructure for emerging research opportunities.

It will also provide a unique training ground for highly skilled graduates, addressing key skill shortages currently faced by UK industry.”

David Sweeney, HEFCE Director, Research, Innovation and Skills, said “HEFCE investment, combined with contributions from Newcastle University and the private sector, will enable this important research centre to be created.

It will make a significant long-term impact not only on research, but also on skills and the economy.”

Professor David Delpy, Chief Executive of the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) said “Newcastle University has a fine track record of engineering research which EPSRC is proud to have supported.

“This pedigree means the work at the new Neptune Centre will build on existing expertise and capability to achieve critical mass in areas that EPSRC has identified as strategically important to the UK, specifically the need for fault tolerant electronics and distributed computing in difficult and extreme environments.

We are confident that research at the centre will have impact within academia and industry and that collaborative work with other institutions will bring even wider benefits.”

Iain Gray, Chief Executive, Technology Strategy Board said “The Technology Strategy Board is delighted to see that the Neptune Centre is being established in the North East, and are sure that it will make a significant and valuable contribution to the UK’s sub-sea engineering know-how and capacity.

We look forward to working with the Neptune Centre and helping to support the businesses who engage with the innovative programmes it aims to deliver.”

The Neptune Centre already has the backing of leading UK companies through the Subsea North-East Consortium including Shepherd Offshore, BEL Valves and SMD.

Richard Dodd, Director of BEL Valves which is part of the British Engines Group, said the investment would further boost the North East’s reputation as a world leader in subsea and offshore engineering.

“This partnership between Newcastle University and companies such as BEL Valves is a major opportunity for the region.

It will allow us to grow our capabilities and skills base to keep us at the forefront of this highly specialised field of engineering.”

Director of Shepherd Offshore, Offshore Technology Park, Rendle Road, Walker, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 3NH Charles Shepherd said “This is a fantastic development for the new energy park.

We welcome Newcastle University onto the site and look forward to working with them in this world-leading research and development facility.”

Andrew Hodgson, Vice Chair of the North East Local Enterprise Partnership and Chair of Subsea NE, said “The subsea sector is a vital part of the economic regeneration within the North East of England.

There are a significant number of technology-led world leading enterprises in the region and this centre will provide a significant capability to generate new and exciting collaborative projects.

Our vision remains to make the North East the recognised centre for subsea technologies on an international scale.”

You can see a video about Shepherd Offshore‘s Services here.

The transcript is below…

Shepherd Offshore is a world-class offshore marine services organisation specialising in the sub-sea oil and gas and offshore renewable sectors.

The group have been successfully serving industry and the local community for almost 100 years from our headquarters in Newcastle upon Tyne.

As the largest private landowner on the River Tyne, Shepherd Offshore has been responsible for the creation of a world-class hub to meet the needs of the offshore marine industries worldwide.

Specialists in land regeneration and the provisional facilities for world-class manufacturing, research and development and training.

Shepherd Offshore works with the government and industry to generate benefit and deliver value to major clients and their associated supply chains.

The group alone and operate two major supply bases – The Offshore Technology Park and Neptune Energy Park.

Both facilities exceed international standards ensuring safe, secure and cost-effective benefits to our clients.

Shepherd Offshore’s riverside facilities, situated on over 100 acres of land, include 1,500 meters of key frontage with heavy load out capability and deep water access.

The 250 tonne static overhead crane is the largest of its kind on the East coast of the UK.

Our work force, operating in our state of the art facilities, enable clients to move product to its destination safely and on time.

We also provide essential support services including sea fastening, fabrication, heavy lift handling and engineering solutions at our Offshore Technology Park.

Major clients trust our experience and with over 80 vessel mobilisations annually our track record speaks for itself.

Shepherd Offshore are serious about health and safety and it’s key to everything we do.

Clients rely on us to operate safely, our commitment to safety is second to none.

The continuing availability of this expertise has already attracted some of the largest, most ambitious and most technologically innovative enterprises in the world and Shepherd Offshore are positioned to welcome even more.

The group is committed to long-term strategic growth of the River Tyne in creating a fully integrated hub to meet the needs of the offshore sector in the North sea and beyond.

Shepherd Offshore continues to invest in the regeneration of riverside lands to create the conditions for additional world-class manufacturing and supply operations.

Shepherd Offshore’s commitment to the regeneration of the River Tyne is unrivalled.

Clients put their trust in us time and again because they recognise that our highly skilled work force can deliver products and solutions to projects anywhere in the world.

Shepherd Offshore is a major presence in the industrial heartland of North East England.

Alongside our world-class position in the offshore arena we also offer extensive high quality office space, substantial warehousing and other support capabilities across our North Tyne and Scottish facilities.

Our property portfolio includes a number of unique developments providing for corporate hospitality and the film and TV industry.

The combination of Shepherd Offshore’s support for manufacturing infrastructure, our people, facilities and location with immediate deep water access to the North sea has positioned us as a major player in the offshore renewables market.

The world’s largest offshore wind turbine blades have been manufactured at Shepherd Offshore’s Neptune Energy Park.

The group is uniquely placed to work in partnership with clients to develop the bespoke manufacturing and supply infrastructure that is the basis of sustained commercial success.

The long-term strategic vision for Shepherd Offshore is to build on the success of creating a world-class hub for manufacturing services and training within the oil and gas, sub sea and renewable industries.

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Published on 3rd April 2013 20:44.

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Theatre Royal Newcastle upon Tyne 2 for 1 Tickets

Home > Tyne & Wear > Newcastle upon Tyne > Grey Street > Theatre Royal

The Theatre Royal on Grey Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 6BR presents more than 380 performances to an audience of over 300,000 people annually.

It is also the regional home of The National Theatre, Opera North and The Royal Shakespeare Company.

Theatre Royal Grey Street Newcastle Upon Tyne Exterior

During April the West End Operatic Society is presenting Jekyll & Hyde at the theatre and there is a 2 for 1 ticket deal available to box office bought tickets (offer not available online or on already purchased tickets) for Monday to Thursday (including Thursday matinee) performances.

Performance times are Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday at 7pm; Thursday 2pm and 7pm.

Tickets cost between £9-22 depending on seating chosen.

Simply quote ‘241 deal’ when you call the Theatre Royal box office to book.

Theatre Royal Grey Street Newcastle Upon Tyne Exterior

The nearest Tyne & Wear Metro station to the Theatre Royal is Monument Metro Station and you can travel to and from the Theatre Royal on the Metro with your theatre ticket – up to two hours before and after the performance ends.

Simply retain your theatre ticket for inspection by Tyne & Wear Metro staff.

Full ticket deal information is here…

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Published on 2nd April 2013 15:10.

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