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We are here to keep you updated with what's going on in the Valley. Read announcements and blog posts from the Ouseburn Trust team, our volunteers and wider community. 

Celebrating 1900 years: the Hadrian's Wall Beacon Party

Celebrating 1900 years: the Hadrian's Wall Beacon Party

2022 marks 1900 years of Hadrian's Wall. on Thursday 2nd June, we celebrated this anniversary on a special night that aligned with the Queen's Platinum Jubilee. Read more

Published: 21st June, 2022

Author: Maria Baranowska

Newcastle Quayside: the Ouseburn Wharves

Newcastle Quayside: the Ouseburn Wharves

In May's blog, researcher Nigel looks at the wharves formerly found on the Tyne adjacent to the mouth of the Ouseburn. Read more

Published: 17th May, 2022

Author: Maria Baranowska

The History of Christ Church and Shieldfield

The History of Christ Church and Shieldfield

Basil McLeod is best known around these parts for his stories about sheltering in the Victoria Tunnel during WWII, but here he shares his mammoth lockdown project with the help of volunteer Diane... Read more

Published: 12th April, 2022

Author: Maria Baranowska

Comments: 1

March 1980, as seen by Richard Blosse

March 1980, as seen by Richard Blosse

We delve into our photo archives and share a selection of photographs taken by Richard Blosse in 1980, capturing a changing Byker. Read more

Published: 15th March, 2022

Author: Maria Baranowska

From Oily Rags to Opulent Riches: The history of the Newcastle Hotel du Vin building

From Oily Rags to Opulent Riches: The history of the Newcastle Hotel du Vin building

Learn about the history of the striking Newcastle Hotel du Vin building. Read more

Published: 15th February, 2022

Updated: 18th February, 2022

Author: Maria Baranowska

Building Ouseburn's Future

Building Ouseburn's Future

In the run-up to our public forum about the proposed Malmo & Spillers Quay development, our Chief Officer Chris Barnard shares an insight into our Planning & Development group. Read more

Published: 1st February, 2022

Updated: 2nd February, 2022

Author: Maria Baranowska

William Gillespie: Engineer & Builder

William Gillespie: Engineer & Builder

Read about the man behind the Victoria Tunnel and many other 19th-century engineering marvels. Read more

Published: 11th January, 2022

Author: Maria Baranowska

We are all History!

We are all History!

2021 marks 25 years since the birth of the Trust. Former Heritage Education Officer Alison Stancliffe looks back on the early years for our last Heritage Blog of the year. Read more

Published: 7th December, 2021

Updated: 15th December, 2021

Author: Maria Baranowska

The Cluny steps inscriptions

The Cluny steps inscriptions

Over the last 40 years, countless people have contributed to shaping Ouseburn into what it is today. Learn about the people we've paid homage to through inscriptions on the iconic Cluny steps. Read more

Published: 3rd November, 2021

Updated: 1st January, 2022

Author: Maria Baranowska

Ouseburn Potteries

Ouseburn Potteries

Delve into the story and workings of the Malings Ford B factory. Read more

Published: 12th October, 2021

Author: Maria Baranowska

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Published: 29th June, 2020

Updated: 19th August, 2020

Author: Maria Baranowska

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