Northumberland Heritage Tours

01/04/2022

21/07/2021

Did you know the North East can boast its own Trafalgar Square and Nelson's column? (ok its an obelisk).
With Northumberland Heritage Tours you can explore the Trafalgar Tour. With links to Nelson and Collingwood and some of the local sailors who fought at Trafalgar and the Battle of the Nile. Learn about Nelson's link not only with Collingwood but also his friend William Davison.
This day tour takes in numerous sites of historical Interest as we drive and walk you back 200 years to one of our greatest naval victories. Drop us a message we will be happy to discuss.

20/07/2021

A Local Hero!
Did you know know a North Shields boy sailor helped the boffins at Bletchley Park decipher the EnIgma Code.
Thomas Brown may not have the recognition of Alan Turing or his colleagues. However Brown was one of three heroes who played their part in Hitler's downfall.
Brown was a NAAFI assistant on HMS Petard.Aged15/16 Brown was one of boarding party sent to U-559 off Port Said. Along with Lt Fasson and Able Seaman Grazier they descended into the U-Boat and rifled the boat for documents etc. They found two code books which Brown brought back to the surface via the conning tower of the sinking U-Boat. After three trips bringing up logs and code books Brown shouted to his comrades to abandon ship. Sadly Fasson and Grazier went down with the U Boat. Brown was dragged down but managed to resurface and was picked up by the waiting launch. Fasson and Grazier were awarded the George Cross while Brown received the George Medal. Along with the Polish capture of one of the Enigma machines the actions of Brown and his crew mates helped shorten the war.
Sadly Brown was killed in another heroic action in 1945 when he attempted to save his younger sister from a house fire. He was buried in Tynemouth cemetery with full military honours.
Join us on a tour of North Shields, 1 1/2 hours of history, mystery and comedy links. From £15pp contact us on FB for details.

17/07/2021

Sadly next Saturdays tour I have had to cancel. I have been pinged by the Covid app this evening and had to make the difficult decision to follow the Govt guidelines to cancel it for the safety of all those involved. Starting up a business is not easy and this is a another setback. However the lovely ladies who booked the tour were very understanding and have pencilled in another date later this year.
There is another Newcastle tour on Saturday 31st July at 10 or 1pm. The 10am is based around Quayside and the 1pm tour incorporates the medieval town walls and Keep. Get in touch if you fancy a wander.

17/07/2021

Our trusted assistant Theo the Thug extolling the virtues of our beautiful coastline. Take a trip with Northumberland Heritage Tours discover some hidden gems.

17/07/2021

The Lifeboat was 1st conceived and built in South Shields in 1789. It was tested on the Tyne in 1790. A North East 1st many people might not be aware of.
William Wouldhave entered a competition to design a boat to save lives at sea. He is credited as the inventor the the lifeboat but he actually came 2nd behind Henry Greathead. The clocktower recognises the contribution both made to safety at sea and saving many lives since 1790.
The original lifeboat was called The Original( they obviously put a lot of thought into the name). The boat shown is the Tyne Lifeboat ,its the 2nd oldest lifeboat still in existence. Built in1833, it help rescue over 1000 lives during its working life. It was restored to its former glory and unveiled in 2013.
For Those in Peril on the Sea.

NHT can offer you tours around South Shields taking in some of its rich maritime history. Message us if you are interested.

11/07/2021

11/07/2021

Newcastle City Walls and Medieval quarters tour. The 2 hour tour incorporates the area around the Keep and Black Gate. You will find out about the history of defensive structures still visible around Newcastle. The guide will also explain the strategic importance Newcastle and some of the conflicts and sieges the inhabitants faced. Prices from £15 pp. This does not include entrance to the Keep or Black Gate. Message us for more details.

09/07/2021

I could do with more views etc. If you think friends, family, colleagues or next doors dog is interested in a tour feel free to share the group etc far and wide!

08/07/2021

The Collingwood trail explores the life and times of Cuthbert Collingwood the real hero of the battle of Trafalgar. With some interesting links around the region to Collingwood, Nelson and the Battle of Trafalgar. Get in touch if you would like to find out more about the Northumberland Heritage Tours

07/07/2021