Volunteer

Trustee with financial experience

We are seeking a Trustee with financial experience to join our Board of TrusteesRead more

volunteer Victoria Tunnel guide

Our Volunteer Guides lead public tours and special visits to the Victoria TunnelRead more

Heritage Researcher

Research volunteers explore the heritage of the Valley and create interpretation materials to share the stories.Read more

Volunteer Photo archivist

Volunteers create a digital photo archive and promote our photo resourcesRead more

Wider opportunities

Volunteering opportunities with other Ouseburn organisationsRead more

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Ouseburn's Transport Future

Do you have a good idea for future streetscape and transport in Ouseburn - or have you seen something inspiring elsewhere

Walks and talks

A programme of summer walks as well as self-guided walks to explore the heritage of the Ouseburn Valley.

Consultation on revised Lower Steenbergs Yard proposal

Come to the public exhibition about the revised Lower Steenbergs Yard scheme and give your views. 6-9pm Thursday 17th May, 10-1pm Saturday 26th May, 4-7pm Tuesday 5th June, 11-5pm Wednesday 6th June

Exploring Ouseburn

So many things to see and do in Ouseburn Valley

Advance booking is essential for tours of the Victoria Tunnel - a preserved 19th century waggonway under the city built by the Victorians to carry coal and re-used as an air raid shelter during World War 2.

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Essential information

What to wear, what to expect, and more...

Parking and Public Transport

Car park suggestions and public transport connections

Tunnel history

The Victoria Tunnel runs beneath the city from the Town Moor down to the Tyne. It was built in 1842 to transport coal from Leazes Main Colliery to riverside staithes (jetties) ready for loading onto ships. In 1939, it was converted into an air-raid shelter to protect hundreds of Newcastle citizens during World War II. A programme of repairs in 2007-8 was funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund and the TyneWear Partnership, and part of the Tunnel is now open to the public.

Help turn a winning design into a contemporary bandstand for creative and community events in Ouseburn Valley during the Great Exhibition of the North Read more

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