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Otterburn Tower Summer Events 2010posted 04/06/10
This summer sees many great events at the Otterburn Tower Hotel:
4th June
1st Anniversary birthday party in the Tower Inn
19th June
Wedding Open day
3rd October
Wedding Fayre
6th August
Hog Roast
Disco & Karaoke in the Tower Inn in every Friday night
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Northumberland Art Tourposted 14/04/10
The Art Tour is Northumberland Artist Network’s flagship event, taking place in a huge variety of locations across Northumberland
in the form of open studios, exhibitions and workshops. A brochure is produced containing a map of
the venues. 12
to 15,000 visitors have been recorded exploring the artists workplaces and the fabulous Northumberland
countryside. This is an opportunity for the public to enter the creative world of the artist, discuss the processes
and maybe buy or commission artwork.
For more information please visit www.networkartists.org.uk
Local food, seasonal choice and cooking expertise win through!posted 11/11/09
The Otterburn Tower with its team of local chefs led by John Calton have won a 'strong' TWO ROSETTES from the AA.
Inspected anonoumously on Tuesday 10th November the team are delighted with the result. The inspector ate in the Oak Room Restaurant from the a la carte menu which was full of seasonal choice with local beef, lamb and venison as part of the menu choice.
For more information please visit www.otterburntower.com.
NEW EXHIBITION PROVIDES A FASCINATING GLIMPSE INTO THE HISTORY
OF TWO NORTH TYNE VILLAGESposted 01/11/09
The Heritage Centre at Bellingham is delighted to host a fascinating new visiting exhibition entitled ‘ “We had it all” – Barrasford and Gunnerton around 1900’. The exhibition comprises photographs, books and historic artefacts about life in Barrasford and Gunnerton, two North Tyne villages, around 1900. The exhibition will be on display between 12 November and 3 December 2009, and open to the public on Mondays,
Wednesdays and Fridays from 10.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. during that time.
For more information please visit www.bellingham-heritage.org.uk.
Pheasant Shooting Daysposted 03/10/09
Dates Available:
October 31st, November 21st, December 5th,
December 18th & January 9th
Come to Donkleywood near Kielder and join one of Kielder Country Sport's Walk Up Shoot days. Maximum of
10 guns shooting pheasants over some of the most beautiful moorland in the UK.
At only £100 per person per day you can afford to come and stay for a few days while exploring this beautiful part
of Northumberland.
Bookings from 1 - 10 persons. Own license and gun essential.
Vacancies in syndicate sometimes available, please enquire.
To book tel. Emma on 01830 520918 kieldercountrysport@googlemail.co.uk
For more information please visit www.kieldercountrysport.co.uk.
Bellingham Mart DVD Launchposted 27/08/09
Saturday 29 August at BELLINGHAM SHOW
"The Last Sheep Sale", a DVD about the former Bellingham Mart, will be launched at the Bellingham Show. Bellingham Mart closed in 2004. The DVD has been produced through the co-operation and sponsorship of the Northumberland National Park Authority, and a donation from Hexham and Northern Marts. The DVD will be on sale at £12.99. Helen Brown, shepherd and photographer from Tarset, will also be launching her new book of photographs The Last Mart.
For more information please visit bellingham-heritage.org.uk.
Kielder Walking Festivalposted 28/07/09
5th - 13th September 2009 in Kielder Water and Forest Park, Northumberland
Join one of our experienced local guides, or choose one of the self guided options, and explore a variety of walks in the stunning North of Tyne and Redesdale countryside. The walks vary in length, difficulty grading, location and theme, providing something for everyone. Enjoy stunning scenery in and around Kielder Water & Forest Park and discover what else is on offer.
Click here to visit the Visit Kielder website www.visitkielder.com.
Redefest Annual Music Festivalposted 19/05/09
Saturday 1st August 2009 in Rochester, Northumberland
Redefest is a community run music festival held in Rochester, Redesdale.
With Redefest going from strength to strength
and the vast array of tallented bands & musicians out there an acoustic stage
has been added to the festival this year!
The festival is held on the Brigantium field, behind Camien Cafe in Rochester. Only £3 entry!
Click here to visit the Redefest website www.redefest.org.uk.