The Heritage Centre at Bellingham
Bellingham, NorthumberlandAbout The Heritage Centre at Bellingham
Families with children are especially welcome at the Heritage Centre, Bellingham. As well as exploring the displays, where some items can be handled, they can ride the toy tractor, check out the coal mine tunnel, dial up recordings by local people in the old red phone box, use the 'Chatterboxes' to hear memories or music, do quizzes and trails, play in the old school 'room', or try out a Reiver's helmet for size.
The history of this ruggedly beautiful and historic place is captured in five permanent displays covering farming (including a reconstruction of the Stannersburn blacksmith's workshop), mining, the Border Counties Railway, the Border Reivers, and the photography of W P Collier. Changing seasonal exhibitions mean there is always something new to come back for.

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Explore the stories of the people and places of the Northumberland borders
Railways, Reivers, school days, farming, photography, mining, forestry - just some of the things you can discover in this fascinating museum, with lots of fun activities for the children.
The Parcel Shed
The Heritage Centre is in the station yard of the former Bellingham Station. Inside the old Parcel Shed on the platform, you will find posters, photographs and objects to take you back in time.
Tea on the Train
Enjoy tea, cake, sandwiches and other light refreshments in the First Class High Speed Train carriage
Facilities
Toilets
Free Wifi
Gift Shop
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Dog Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Opening Times
- Monday, 10:00 - 16:00
- Tuesday, 10:00 - 16:00
- 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
The Heritage Centre is open from April (or Easter if earlier) until November each year. Please check the website for the exact dates for the start and finish of each season. (The Heritage Centre is open for pre-arranged group visits and school visits during the winter.)
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (0-16) : Free
- Adult (17-18+) : Free
The Heritage Centre does not have a fixed admission charge - it's "Pay what you think it is worth".
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 1 - 2 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
FAQs
Parking
Toilets
Family Friendly Options
Food & Drink
Accessibility Information
Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
Contact Details
Station Yard, Woodburn Road
Bellingham
Northumberland
NE48 2DF
England
Tel: 01434220050
Visit WebsiteTransport Information
The bus to and from Hexham stops in the Station Yard outside the Heritage Centre. Details: https://www.gonortheast.co.uk/services/GNE/680
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