u3a

Whitley Bay

Archaeology

Status:Active, open to new members
Group leader:
Roy
When: On Wednesdays
2:00 - 4:00 pm 2nd week Monthly
Venue: Linskill Centre

David Slater, on behalf of the Archaeology and History Topics Groups, is organising a trip to Naworth Castle between Brampton and Lanercost Priory on Wednesday 24 June. It will be a private tour which the Earl of Carlisle is giving. More details about the tour’s arrangement and how to book a place can be found on the History Topics Group page.

Ryhope Water Pumping Station - 15 April 2025

It was an amazing sight and we were privileged to have a special guided tour of the site.

The Archaeology group examining the working beam engine

Tynemouth Priory and Castle - 2 July 2025

Admiring the view at Tynemouth Priory and Castle

The landscape

Willington Dene Viaduct - 23 July and 22 October 2025

Cresswell Tower and Walled Garden - 3 Sept. 2025