Heritage Open Days returns with these 14 events across Northumberland
Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of history and culture.
By Ian Smith
Published 10th Sep 2020, 16:45 BST
Between September 11-20, places across the country are throwing open their doors to celebrate their heritage, community and history. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – and it’s all free.
Many online events are also being held this year due to coronavirus.
Spittal was once a seaside resort but also a place with an industrial past. Over 125 properties are taking part with a poster of information in a window, on a gate or lamp post with anecdotal and hearsay information from local residents, newspapers of the time, censuses and directory with extra historical facts thrown in for good measure.
September 18-20, 10am to 6pm. Photo: Kimberley Powell
The Great Siege of Berwick-upon-Tweed culminated in the Battle of Halidon Hill fought to the north of the town on 19th July, 1333. In this online event, local historian Jim Herbert will talk about the circumstances that led to the Scottish Wars of Independence.
Wednesday, September 16, 7pm. Pre-booking required, email [email protected]Photo: Ian Smith