Woodhorn Museum, Northumberland Archives and Country Park
Woodhorn is a fascinating visitor attraction celebrating Northumberland. A stunning new building inspired by monster coal cutting machines that once worked underground, houses an emotive display about life in the local mining community, colourful miners’ banners, the treasures of Northumberland County Records office including an entertaining interactive exhibition designed especially for first time visitors, and 3 galleries for touring exhibitions. Visitors can also explore the grade 2 listed colliery buildings, enjoy lunch in the cafe or wander around the country park in which it is all located. Free admission.
The recently opened Workshop Galleries host a programme of large scale exhibitions too. (Admission charge may be payable).
Accessibility:
Vaqas Accreditation
VAQAS accreditation.
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction VAQAS
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Large Visitor Attraction of the Year Bronze 2007
- Visit Britain Code of Practice 2008
Opening Times
Open All Year
| 01/11/2008 - 31/03/2009 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Closed | |
| Tuesday | Closed | |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Bank Holiday | Closed | |
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Please ring for prices | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Road Directions
Take the A189 from Newcastle upon Tyne or the A197 from Morpeth. Woodhorn is just off A189 east of Ashington.
Public Transport Directions
Take A6 bus from Ashington Bus Station direct to the site.
Nearest mainline railway station - Morpeth. Bus from Morpeth to Ashington.
Facilities
Provider Features
- In countryside - set in award winning country park
- Indoor Attraction
- No Smoking Attraction
- Outdoor Attraction
Accessibility
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - New building fully accessible to disabled. Some restrictions for listed colliery buildings.
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors - Parking ajacent to new building. New to specify requirements on arrival.
- Ramp / Level Access - Some restriction for listed building.
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
- Parking (charge) - £2.50
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
Payment Methods
- Approx length of visit - 2.5-3 hours with lunch or guided tour
- Blue Badge Guides admitted free
- Groups Accepted - Prior booking advisable.
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Max group size - 100
- Min group size - 10
- Open by appointment outside normal opening times
- Special group rates - For guided tours.
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
- Visa accepted
Provider Facilities
- Conference facilities
- Dogs Accepted - Guide dogs only in buildings. Dogs accepted in country park with responsible owners.
- Event Venue
- Toilets
Target Markets
- Family Fun
- Marketed Towards Families
- Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
Tours and Demonstrations
- Demonstrations Given - mat making
- Educational Visits Accepted - 3 meeting rooms
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
- Guided Tours Available for Individuals
Woodhorn Museum, Northumberland Archives and Country Park
Ashington
Northumberland
NE63 9YF
Tel: +44 01670 528080
Fax: +44 01670 528083
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