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Cherryburn, (NT), 11m W of Newcastle, 11m E of Hexham.
Open April to end October, daily except Tuesday & Wednesday 1-5.30pm. Last admission 5pm. Admission charge; no dogs; picnic in grounds welcome; small shop.
Disabled parking a short distance house with sloping pathway. House: ramped entrance; then on one level. Farmyard & Grounds: some gravel paths; a few steps; cobbled farmyard; wheelchair users may need a companion; please phone for further details.
The birthplace of Thomas Bewick, Northumbria's greatest artist, wood engraver and naturalist (b1753). The 19th century farmhouse, home of the Bewick family, houses a small exhibition on Bewick's life and works. Also farmyard animals and garden for picnics and beautiful views of the Tyne Valley and there are some fine short walks from the south bank of the River Tyne.
- Type:
- Landmark