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Hexham Collection

Hexham, a picturesque town nestled in the heart of Northumberland, offers a myriad of captivating sights and enchanting experiences

Background imageHexham Collection: Manchester Square, Bellingham, Northumberland

Manchester Square, Bellingham, Northumberland
Manchester Square, Bellingham, Hexham, near Redesmouth, Northumberland, England. Date: 1904

Background imageHexham Collection: Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) leaping on upstream migration, River Tyne, Hexham, Northumberland

Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) leaping on upstream migration, River Tyne, Hexham, Northumberland, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageHexham Collection: Northumberland blackface sheep in snow, Tarset, Hexham, Northumberland

Northumberland blackface sheep in snow, Tarset, Hexham, Northumberland, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageHexham Collection: Hexham, Northumberland, in the snow

Hexham, Northumberland, in the snow. Date: late 19th century

Background imageHexham Collection: Northumberland blackface sheep in snow, Tarset, Hexham, Northumberland

Northumberland blackface sheep in snow, Tarset, Hexham, Northumberland, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageHexham Collection: The Village, Blanchland, County Durham

The Village, Blanchland, County Durham
The Village, Blanchland, Consett, near Hexham, County Durham, England. Date: 1920s

Background imageHexham Collection: Northumberland blackface sheep in snow, Tarset, Hexham, Northumberland

Northumberland blackface sheep in snow, Tarset, Hexham, Northumberland, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageHexham Collection: Hadrians Wall

Hadrians Wall
Britains chief Roman monument, the fort on Hadrians Wall in Northumberland, near Hexham. A section of the wall showing solid Roman masonry, eight feet thick and originally 12feet high

Background imageHexham Collection: View of Hexham Abbey, Northumberland

View of Hexham Abbey, Northumberland
Hexham Abbey, Northumberland, viewed from the north west. It is the parish church of Hexham, dedicated to St Andrew

Background imageHexham Collection: Hexham Suffragettes

Hexham Suffragettes
Writing on the pavement during the Hexham by-election; Miss Annie Kenny and Miss Mary Gawthorne

Background imageHexham Collection: England, Northumberland, Hexham. Hexham Bridge over the River Tyne

England, Northumberland, Hexham. Hexham Bridge over the River Tyne, the bridge was built in 1793 by Robert Mylne to a design by John Smeaton

Background imageHexham Collection: Queen Margaret with son and robber

Queen Margaret with son and robber
Queen Margaret of Anjou, wife of King Henry VI, fleeing into a forest after the Battle of Hexham (15 May 1464, Wars of the Roses) with her son, Prince Edward, meets a robber and asks for protection

Background imageHexham Collection: Hexham Abbey, interior of Choir looking east, Hexham, Northumberland, England

Hexham Abbey, interior of Choir looking east, Hexham, Northumberland, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageHexham Collection: Fishpool treasure hoard, of medieval gold coins

Fishpool treasure hoard, of medieval gold coins
3329570 Fishpool treasure hoard, of medieval gold coins; (add.info.: Fishpool treasure hoard, of medieval gold coins. Found in Fishpool, Nottinghamshire, England)

Background imageHexham Collection: England, Northumberland, Hexham Abbey

England, Northumberland, Hexham Abbey. Hexham Abbey in the town of Hexham, Northumberland, in Northeast England

Background imageHexham Collection: On Angel Wings - Hexham Abbey, Northumberland

On Angel Wings - Hexham Abbey, Northumberland
England, Northumberland, Hexham Abbey. On Angel Wings, an ariel installation of origami paper angels to mark the covid 19 pandemic located in the chancel of Hexham Abbey in Northumberland

Background imageHexham Collection: Domestic sheep (Ovis aries) flock of Northumberland blackface sheep in snow, Tarset

Domestic sheep (Ovis aries) flock of Northumberland blackface sheep in snow, Tarset, Hexham, Northumberland, UK, November 2010

Background imageHexham Collection: UK, England, Northumberland, Hexham, Henshaw, Hadrians Wall, Milecastle 39

UK, England, Northumberland, Hexham, Henshaw, Hadrians Wall, Milecastle 39

Background imageHexham Collection: Hexham, early 1900s

Hexham, early 1900s

Background imageHexham Collection: Hexham

Hexham

Background imageHexham Collection: Moot Hall, Hexham, Northumberland

Moot Hall, Hexham, Northumberland - M and L lettercard c.1950 Date: circa 1950

Background imageHexham Collection: River Tyne at Hexham, Northumberland

River Tyne at Hexham, Northumberland - M and L lettercard c.1950 Date: circa 1950

Background imageHexham Collection: Hexham Abbey and Market Place, Northumberland

Hexham Abbey and Market Place, Northumberland - M and L lettercard c.1950 Date: circa 1950

Background imageHexham Collection: New Road showing Abbey and Moot Hall, Hexham

New Road showing Abbey and Moot Hall, Hexham, Northumberland - M and L lettercard c.1950 Date: circa 1950

Background imageHexham Collection: River Tyne And Hexham Bridge Northumberland M

River Tyne And Hexham Bridge Northumberland M
River, Tyne, and, Hexham, Bridge, Northumberland, M, L, lettercard, circa, 1950, , 13974268

Background imageHexham Collection: Beaumont Street from Battle Hill, Hexham, Northumberland

Beaumont Street from Battle Hill, Hexham, Northumberland - M and L lettercard c.1950 Date: circa 1950

Background imageHexham Collection: Bridge over the River Tyne, Hexham, Victorian period

Bridge over the River Tyne, Hexham, Victorian period Date: 19th century

Background imageHexham Collection: Market Day, Hexham

Market Day, Hexham

Background imageHexham Collection: Hexham Market Day early 1900s

Hexham Market Day early 1900s

Background imageHexham Collection: Hall Gate, Hexham

Hall Gate, Hexham

Background imageHexham Collection: Hexham Hall Gate early 1900s

Hexham Hall Gate early 1900s

Background imageHexham Collection: 1840s Victorian Map of Northumberland

1840s Victorian Map of Northumberland

Background imageHexham Collection: England, Northumberland, Bardon Mill

England, Northumberland, Bardon Mill. Hoar frost on woodland in countryside near the River South Tyne in Tynedale

Background imageHexham Collection: County Map of Northumberland, c. 1777

County Map of Northumberland, c. 1777
From The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of map of all the counties of England and Wales drawn from the several surveys which have been hitherto been published

Background imageHexham Collection: Hexham Racecourse

Hexham Racecourse Date: 04 October 2002

Background imageHexham Collection: Trades in Regency England: glass-blowing, colliery and tanning

Trades in Regency England: glass-blowing, colliery and tanning
6340313 Trades in Regency England: glass-blowing, colliery and tanning by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: Trades in Regency England: glass-blowing, colliery and tanning)

Background imageHexham Collection: Beaufront Castle, Hexham (colour photo)

Beaufront Castle, Hexham (colour photo)
3094862 Beaufront Castle, Hexham (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beaufront Castle, Hexham. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageHexham Collection: Trades in Regency England: charcoal burning, Jew selling

Trades in Regency England: charcoal burning, Jew selling pencils, and fishing. Worker at a charcoal pit in Furness 64, Jewish pedlar selling pencils door to door in Borrowdale 65

Background imageHexham Collection: Flight of Queen Margaret and Prince Edward

Flight of Queen Margaret and Prince Edward. Queen Margaret of Anjou, wife of King Henry VI, fleeing into a forest after the Battle of Hexham (15 May 1464, Wars of the Roses) with her son

Background imageHexham Collection: Hexham from the Rail Road, 1835 (pencil on paper)

Hexham from the Rail Road, 1835 (pencil on paper)
474138 Hexham from the Rail Road, 1835 (pencil on paper) by Carmichael, John Wilson (1800-68); 28.0x19.5 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Background imageHexham Collection: Members of the New Parliament (engraving)

Members of the New Parliament (engraving)
1047896 Members of the New Parliament (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Members of the New Parliament)

Background imageHexham Collection: Hexham Market Place (w / c on paper)

Hexham Market Place (w / c on paper)
1214628 Hexham Market Place (w/c on paper) by Scott, William Bell (1811-90); 59.1 x48.2 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; Scottish, out of copyright

Background imageHexham Collection: The Roman Wall and Roman Art in Britain (engraving)

The Roman Wall and Roman Art in Britain (engraving)
2812329 The Roman Wall and Roman Art in Britain (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Roman Wall and Roman Art in Britain)

Background imageHexham Collection: Queen Margaret imploring the protection of a Robber after the battle of Hexham (engraving)

Queen Margaret imploring the protection of a Robber after the battle of Hexham (engraving)
5220866 Queen Margaret imploring the protection of a Robber after the battle of Hexham (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHexham Collection: King Oswald raising the Cross before the Battle (engraving)

King Oswald raising the Cross before the Battle (engraving)
2813214 King Oswald raising the Cross before the Battle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Oswald raising the Cross before the Battle)

Background imageHexham Collection: Priory Church, Hexham, East end (engraving)

Priory Church, Hexham, East end (engraving)
5232943 Priory Church, Hexham, East end (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Priory Church, Hexham, East end)

Background imageHexham Collection: Hexham (colour litho)

Hexham (colour litho)
6021632 Hexham (colour litho) by Southgate, Frank (1872-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hexham. Illustration for The Romance of Northumberland by A G Bradley with illustrations by Frank)

Background imageHexham Collection: New Members of the House of Commons (engraving)

New Members of the House of Commons (engraving)
1614426 New Members of the House of Commons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Members of the House of Commons)




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Hexham, a picturesque town nestled in the heart of Northumberland, offers a myriad of captivating sights and enchanting experiences. Witness the awe-inspiring spectacle of Atlantic salmon leaping on their upstream migration in the glistening waters of River Tyne. Their determined journey symbolizes resilience and determination. In winter, Hexham transforms into a snow-covered wonderland, with its charming streets adorned by a soft white blanket. The serene beauty is further enhanced by the presence of Northumberland blackface sheep gracefully navigating through this wintry landscape in Tarset. Venture beyond Hexham's borders to explore nearby gems like Blanchland Village in County Durham. This idyllic hamlet exudes timeless charm and invites you to immerse yourself in its rich history. Discover Hadrian's Wall, an ancient marvel that stands as a testament to Roman engineering prowess. Tracing its path through breathtaking landscapes, it serves as a reminder of our enduring fascination with history. Marvel at the grandeur Abbey from afar; its towering spires reaching towards the heavens evoke feelings of reverence and tranquility. Step inside to experience centuries-old architecture and soak up the spiritual ambiance within these hallowed walls. Uncover stories that shaped society at Hexham Suffragettes' memorial site - paying homage to those who fought tirelessly for women's rights during an era defined by inequality. Journey across Manchester Square Bridge in Bellingham, where time seems suspended amidst stunning natural surroundings. Feel connected to nature as you cross this historic bridge built over two centuries ago by Robert Mylne's ingenious design. Legend intertwines with reality when Queen Margaret comes alive before your eyes alongside her son and robber - an intriguing tale woven into Hexham's folklore that adds another layer to its captivating narrative. Hexham beckons adventurers seeking solace amidst nature's splendor or those yearning for tales steeped in heritage.