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Make your autumn Northern Saints Trails walking holiday even more fun with these unmissable events and activities.
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The Way of Light
Hexham Abbey Festival of Music and Arts
From Latin music blended with classical to showstopping jazz, at this festival you can lose yourself in captivating music inside the historic Hexham Abbey. If you haven’t been to a candlelight concert yet, now is your chance. After a good walk, watch vocal ensemble The Marian Consort sing music from the earliest times to the present day surrounded by candles. Note that some concerts require you to book.
When? 26-29 September.
Where? Hexham Abbey, Beaumont Street, Hexham, Northumberland NE46 3NB.
The Way of Life
Space by Luxmuralis
Head to Durham Cathedral, a renowned pilgrimage destination, for the spectacular, immersive art experience Space by artistic collaboration Luxmuralis. Through dazzling light projections combined with a soundscape, you will go on a thrilling journey through outer space. Whilst there, take a moment to reflect on what humans have been able to achieve. Advanced booking is essential.
When? Various evening times 9-13 October.
Where? Durham Cathedral, The Cathedral Office, The College, Durham DH1 3EH
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The Way of the Sea
North Tyneside Fireworks Display
End your evening full of excitement at this popular, free firework extravaganza in Whitley Bay. In this lovely coastal location, have a blast on some fairground rides and tuck into some tasty grub whilst there.
When? Fairground rides and refreshments from 6pm, the display starts at 7pm 3 November.
Where? The Links, Whitley Bay NE26 1TQ.
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The Angel’s Way
lluminated Sheep Evenings - 'Dreaming of Electric Sheep' - Urban Adventure Finale
Step inside a landmark of Newcastle to see Illuminated Sheep by artist Deepa Mann-Kler. Inside the nave of Newcastle Cathedral, there will be a flock of 30 life-sized sheep. Watch them lit up in bright colours, as you listen to a specially-commissioned soundtrack by Cathal Murphy. The artwork was inspired by the Lindisfarne Gospels. Whilst there, enjoy a tasty refreshment at Café 16, watch short films, and take part in sheep-themed crafts.
This event will operate on a timed slot basis. You can stay as long as you wish, however the last entry is at 7:45pm and the building will close by 8:30pm. Booking in advance through TicketSource is not compulsory, but spaces for each timed slot are limited. You may have to wait outside the Cathedral for the next available entry on the evening.
When? Various evening times 22-24 October 2024
Where? Newcastle Cathedral, St. Nicholas Sq, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1PF
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The Way of Love
Eunice Oliver Routledge: Earthbound
At the coastal town Hartlepool, make a gallery stop to view artwork by Eunice Oliver Routledge. In this exhibition, she takes inspiration from seascapes and landscapes, producing thought-provoking pieces through print and onto canvas.
When? 10am – 5pm Tuesday – Saturday 7 September – 9 November.
Where? Hartlepool Art Gallery, Church Street, TS24 7EQ.
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The Way of Learning
National Glass Centre: Guided Tours
As you stroll around Sunderland, pop into the inspiring National Glass Centre and go on a free guided tour. You will get the chance to learn about the history of glass making in Sunderland, explore exhibitions such as People’s Art - which brings together popular art and contemporary craft and you can look at a new display of glass by British artists in the Collection Gallery. At the end of the tour, there will be a short quiz and you may be lucky enough to win a prize!
When? Tours at 11.00 am and 2.30 pm 14-15 September.
Where? National Glass Centre, Liberty Way, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR6 0GL
Find more great activities to do on your walk by checking out the Northern Saints Trails website.
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