September 16 @ 1:30 pm
Les Turnbull Book Launch & Talk (part of Heritage Open Days)
"The Return of the Blyth and Tyne" is the new book from local expert, Les Turnbull, and is the third volume in The...
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“The Return of the Blyth and Tyne” is the new book from local expert, Les Turnbull, and is the third volume in The Common Room’s railway heritage series.
On Wednesday 16th September, join us for an informative tour of our historic building with our friendly guides – then pop into the lecture theatre at 1:30pm for a talk about the Blyth and Tyne Railway from local expert Les Turnbull.
The book explores the 400-year history and industrial heritage of the newly reopened Northumberland Line, contrasting its modern passenger service with its origins as a bustling coal and steam railway. Featuring archival maps and photographs, the book aims to enrich the contemporary journey between Ashington and Newcastle upon Tyne by highlighting the region’s vital contribution to world railway history.
Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
The building offers full wheelchair access including two accessible toilets with on street parking nearby (Blue Badges free). Level access is via the entrance on Orchard St with a small platform lift available to avoid 4 steps to the ground floor.
Open day tours from 10am-3pm
Additional talk information
Max number of people: 50
Estimated talk duration: 1 hour
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