Festive Events
Click here for info on tons of festive events & activities across the North East... popular winter wonderlands, light trails, Santa’s Grottos, train rides... plus a bumper calendar of events...
Click here for info on tons of festive events & activities across the North East... popular winter wonderlands, light trails, Santa’s Grottos, train rides... plus a bumper calendar of events...
Start 2022 with a feel good walk – wrap up warm and have a New Year wander through the stunning lower Derwent Valley, spotting winter birds as you go. Local...
Whatever your interest – knitting, crocheting, felt-making, spinning or some other woolly craft, then this group is for you. Come along to this relaxed, sociable morning – bring your current...
Land of Oak & Iron are pleased to host this new solo exhibition by Steve Pardue, a practicing designer and artist who lives and works in Northumberland. Steve's day to...
Start the evening with our quiz followed by a few rounds of Bingo if you fancy it too. The café will be open for range of alcoholic, soft and hot...
Join us for an entertaining evening of fantastic live music and fresh wood-fired pizza on the last Friday of every month. Treat yourself to a delicious freshly made, wood-fired pizza...
There are some fantastic Nearly New baby, toddler and children’s sales in the North East. Click here and grab some great bargains, or clear out your unused clutter!
North East’s biggest Toy Fair, with 240+ tables! A friendly atmosphere, refreshments available and free parking on site. A great mix of new & vintage collectables. Also a working model...
Click here for Feb half-term events in the North East with no booking needed, perfect for those last minute plans and to keep costs down with loads of fab free...
Land of Oak & Iron are excited to host the next of our regular ‘Meet the Maker‘ events with Derwent Candles. Derwent Candles is a small new business established in...
Situated in the Lower Derwent Valley this section of the Land of Oak and Iron is a mixed landscape of woodland, meadows, riverside and historic monuments. On this guided bird...
The exhibition 'Hidden Heritage' will be created using photographs submitted by you, our visitors and local residents! We would like this year's exhibition to showcase and reflect the rich history...
On this family themed guided bird walk, local ornithologist Michael Turner will help identify the rich birdlife by sight and sound. A great introduction for children and families to find...
Situated in the Lower Derwent Valley this section of the Land of Oak and Iron is a mixed landscape of woodland, meadows, riverside and historic monuments. On this guided bird...
Create a beautiful everlasting paper flower bouquet – the perfect alternative gift for Mother's Day. Using a range of decorative papers and origami paper folding techniques, learn how to create...
There are some fantastic Nearly New baby, toddler and children’s sales in the North East. Click here and grab some great bargains, or clear out your unused clutter!
There are some fantastic Nearly New baby, toddler and children’s sales in the North East. Click here and grab some great bargains, or clear out your unused clutter!
Join us for this new creative and fun workshop using beautiful sea glass. All tools, beads, sea glass, wire and equipment will be provided for you to make unique sea...
Join Frances from The Nines Soap Works and learn the traditional skill of making your own handmade, natural soap – enjoy the creativity of making your own bespoke soaps to...
Land of Oak & Iron are excited to host the next of our regular ‘Meet the Maker‘ events, with Silversmith Gem Bainbridge. Gem is the maker and creator behind ‘JewelGemJewellery’...
Find out how iron was turned into steel hundreds of years ago at Derwentcote Steel Furnace with English Heritage. A rare opportunity to see inside this 18th century furnace which...
Join print artist and tutor Alison Diamond for this creative art workshop. Printmaking is a very versatile art form and can range from simple stamp and monoprints to more intricate...
There are loads of fantastic family-friendly Easter activities across the North East. The events below don’t need to be pre-booked so are perfect for those last minute plans, and most...
Join local ornithologist and naturalist Michael Turner on this guided walk exploring the beautiful Lower Derwent Valley, looking at the wonderful flora and fauna to be found throughout the year....
A family fun filled day of entertainment at the Boiler Shop, Newcastle, including retro arcade machines and a dedicated gaming room all free to play, over 40 traders selling awesome...
Are you looking for a slice of normality and family fun suitable for all ages, then look no more as PLANET CIRCUS OMG is in town with its all-new 2022...
Join artist and tutor Rosemary McGarr to learn techniques for working with porcelain clay, experimenting with pattern and design to create your own unique and beautiful porcelain mandala using white...
Experienced tutor Kath will guide you from the blank canvas to the finished landscape artwork using demonstrations and individual assistance to improve your skills and confidence. This course takes place...
The Land of Oak and Iron are pleased to announce this new 3 week course. Local ornithologist and naturalist Michael Turner will deliver this detailed course based on three field...
Land of Oak & Iron are excited to host the next of our regular ‘Meet the Maker‘ events, with artist Valentina Short. Painting in acrylics, Valentina is inspired by modern...
Find out how iron was turned into steel hundreds of years ago at Derwentcote Steel Furnace with English Heritage. A rare opportunity to see inside this 18th century furnace which...
Experienced tutor Kath will guide you from the blank canvas to the finished landscape artwork using demonstrations and individual assistance to improve your skills and confidence. This course takes place...
There are some fantastic Nearly New baby, toddler and children’s sales in the North East. Click here and grab some great bargains, or clear out your unused clutter!
There are some fantastic Nearly New baby, toddler and children’s sales in the North East. Click here and grab some great bargains, or clear out your unused clutter!
Join children's author and illustrator Monique Scott for this special reading of her latest book 'Kiwi's Pebble', followed by a creative craft session linked to the story. Kiwi's Pebble is...
The Land of Oak and Iron are pleased to announce this new 3 week course. Local ornithologist and naturalist Michael Turner will deliver this detailed course based on three field...
Start the evening with our quiz followed by a few rounds of Bingo if you fancy it too. The café will be open for range of alcoholic, soft and hot...
Are you looking for a slice of normality and family fun suitable for all ages, then look no more as PLANET CIRCUS OMG is in town with its all-new 2022...
Are you looking for a slice of normality and family fun suitable for all ages, then look no more as PLANET CIRCUS OMG is in town with its all-new 2022...
Experienced tutor Kath will guide you from the blank canvas to the finished landscape artwork using demonstrations and individual assistance to improve your skills and confidence. This course takes place...
Are you looking for a slice of normality and family fun suitable for all ages, then look no more as PLANET CIRCUS OMG is in town with its all-new 2022...
Tales from the Land of Oak & Iron are locally written stories relating to two local heritage sites; Derwentcote Steel Furnace and Chopwell Wood. These wonderful stories were written to...
Are you looking for a slice of normality and family fun suitable for all ages, then look no more as PLANET CIRCUS OMG is in town with its all-new 2022...
Are you looking for a slice of normality and family fun suitable for all ages, then look no more as PLANET CIRCUS OMG is in town with its all-new 2022...
Find out how iron was turned into steel hundreds of years ago at Derwentcote Steel Furnace with English Heritage. A rare opportunity to see inside this 18th century furnace which...
The Land of Oak and Iron are pleased to announce this new 3 week course. Local ornithologist and naturalist Michael Turner will deliver this detailed course based on three field...
Are you looking for a slice of normality and family fun suitable for all ages, then look no more as PLANET CIRCUS OMG is in town with its all-new 2022...
Land of Oak & Iron are excited to host the next of our regular ‘Meet the Maker‘ events, with Frances from The Nines Soap Works. The Nines Soap Works is...
A fun-filled day to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, including: -Soft play bus -Rides through the bus wash -Vintage and open-top bus rides -Tea cup ride -Ice cream van -Have...
Are you looking for a slice of normality and family fun suitable for all ages, then look no more as PLANET CIRCUS OMG is in town with its all-new 2022...
Are you looking for a slice of normality and family fun suitable for all ages, then look no more as PLANET CIRCUS OMG is in town with its all-new 2022...
Are you looking for a slice of normality and family fun suitable for all ages, then look no more as PLANET CIRCUS OMG is in town with its all-new 2022...
Find out how iron was turned into steel hundreds of years ago at Derwentcote Steel Furnace with English Heritage. A rare opportunity to see inside this 18th century furnace which...
Experienced tutor Kath will guide you from the blank canvas to the finished landscape artwork using demonstrations and individual assistance to improve your skills and confidence. This course takes place...
Are you looking for a slice of normality and family fun suitable for all ages, then look no more as PLANET CIRCUS OMG is in town with its all-new 2022...
Are you looking for a slice of normality and family fun suitable for all ages, then look no more as PLANET CIRCUS OMG is in town with its all-new 2022...
Are you looking for a slice of normality and family fun suitable for all ages, then look no more as PLANET CIRCUS OMG is in town with its all-new 2022...
Are you looking for a slice of normality and family fun suitable for all ages, then look no more as PLANET CIRCUS OMG is in town with its all-new 2022...
There are some fantastic Nearly New baby, toddler and children’s sales in the North East. Click here and grab some great bargains, or clear out your unused clutter!
Are you looking for a slice of normality and family fun suitable for all ages, then look no more as PLANET CIRCUS OMG is in town with its all-new 2022...