What's On at The Land of Oak & Iron
We had an incredible month filled with Halloween festivities! A huge thank you to everyone who participated in our Howl-O-Ween event by dressing up their dogs; it was truly a challenge to select just one winner! We hope you all enjoyed joining our Halloween Spooky Spells & Potions and exploring the Hidden Treasure of The Oak & Iron Woods Trail. If you enjoyed these fun activities, get ready and stay tuned for our exciting Christmas events—you won’t want to miss out!
Inside Out Gallery: Tuesday 5th November – Sunday 5th January 2025
Our next exhibition in the ‘Inside Out Gallery’ at the Heritage Centre is ‘Wednesday Wanderings’.
All of the paintings you see in the exhibition have been produced by amateur painters, many of whom had never tried acrylic painting before, while some have been attending Kath’s classes for a while and paint at home too. Want to join in? Keep an eye out on our social media and events page for the next set of classes.
Find out More HERE.
Meet the Maker: Kate Bosworth, of Orchard Grange Pottery will be here with some of her beautiful pottery, all hand-crafted from her pottery studio.
A selection of Kate’s work is also available to purchase in our shop for a limited period from the 8th November, or directly from her on her Meet the Maker day on 23rd November. Find out more HERE.
Interested in one of our Meet the Maker events?
We still have a few spots available for our Meet the Maker events near Christmas.
As a maker, you’ll receive a dedicated space in our shop to sell your products and benefit from our marketing efforts, including promotion through our social media channels and newsletters. If you're interested, contact us at: landofoakandiron@groundwork.org.uk.What's On at The Land of Oak & Iron
Fused Glass Christmas Tree Workshop
Saturday 23rd November, 2pm-5pm
Join Nat for this Christmas themed workshop at the Heritage Centre and create your own beautiful fused glass Christmas tree statues.
Under expert guidance and tuition from Nat, you will use a wide range of coloured glass to create your own designed trees, making a beautiful accompaniment to Christmas with this special mantle piece or table decoration.
So why not treat yourself to a creative workshop, come along with a friend, or maybe buy as a unique gift for someone special.
Tickets £58 including all materials, firing and a cuppa. Very limited places and booking essential. Nat's workshops often sell out and there are only 9 places, so please reserve your place as soon as possible to avoid missing out.
Christmas Willow Wreath Workshop
Sunday, 24th November, from 1:30pm to 3:30pm
Under the guidance of outdoor education leader and experienced basket maker Liz Beech, you will learn how to twist and weave the natural base from willow, then attach a wide range of natural seasonal materials to create a beautiful, eco-friendly, welcoming wreath for your door this Christmas.
Only 8 places available on this workshop to allow space and quality teaching.
Tickets cost only £40 which includes willow, lots of natural materials to choose from, a hot drink and mince pie! Don't miss out get your ticket today.
Live Music & Traditional Meal Evening
Saturday 7th December, 7pm-10pm
Celebrate the festive season with family and friends at the Heritage Centre and enjoy a delicious 3 course meal specially prepared by our Chefs and students from Gateshead College.
Our musical friends from Axum Folk Ensemble will also be joining us as part of their Christmas concert tour, playing some great tunes and festive songs for you to enjoy throughout the evening.
The Heritage Centre takes on a lovely cosy feel of an evening after the winter sun has set - with a coppery glow and twinkling fairy lights. This Christmas evening with live folk music and tasty food will fill you with festive cheer and leave you feeling merry and bright.
Gateshead College's 'Project Choice' is a supported course to develop employability and life skills for students with learning disabilities through a range of real life experiences and work based learning. The students are really looking forward to working alongside our team, using their skills gained in the college's catering unit, to help host this evening of food, music and festive cheer!
Murder Mystery - A Killing Among the Carols!
Saturday 21st December, 6:30pm-9:30pm
What better way to get into the Christmas spirit than a Murder Mystery?
The festive choir bring their carols to the Heritage Centre for a glass of mulled wine as their last stop. But tonight there is discord amongst the choir and someone is about to hit the wrong note - with murder!
A Christmas night out with a difference, come along with friends, family and work colleagues to enjoy a Christmas meal while you figure out who did it!
Tickets are £55 including a 3 course Christmas meal prepared by our Chefs including, a 'Bloody' starter, 'Who Did It' Main Course, and a 'Deathly Dessert!
'Twixmas' Winter Bird Walk
Sunday 29th December, 9:30am-11:30am
Shake off those post-Christmas blues, take a break from festive TV and get set for the New Year on this guided bird walk around the Lower Derwent Valley.
Local ornithologist Michael Turner will help us identify the rich bird life that is still around even in the depths of winter.
So forget that last piece of turkey, put the Christmas chocs' away and join our refreshing winter bird walk as we look for red kites, buzzards, kingfishers, jays and others.
Tickets only £9.50!
New Year's Morning Bird Walk
Wednesday 1st January, 9:30am-11:30am
Start 2025 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 ornithologist Michael Turner will help you with identification skills and spotting the rich bird life that is still around even in the depths of Winter. A great way to welcome in the New Year!
Why not treat yourself to a New Year's brunch and a hot drink to warm you up as you chat about the birds you spotted on your walk or pop back into our café on your return.
Tickets are just £9.50 per person- don't miss out, book today!
Dog of the Month: Meet Lottie
This month’s Dog of the Month is Lottie! We think Lottie deserves to be this month's dog of the month because even though she can get nervous at times, she was very brave and got her paw print done by Scribble & Patch at our Howl-O-Ween event!
Think your dog could be next month’s winner? Enter today by posting a photo of your four-legged friend in or around our Heritage Centre. Don’t forget to tag us so we can see your adorable entry!
Don't forget we can make personalised gift vouchers! If you buy a loved one a ticket to a workshop or event as a unique thoughtful gift, let us know and we will design a voucher for you to give them. After booking their place let us know by emailing landofoakandiron@groundwork.org.uk
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