Cherryburn
Cherryburn, Station Bank, Mickley, Stocksfield, Northumberland, NE43 7DD
This unassuming Northumbrian farmstead is the birthplace of famous artist and naturalist Thomas Bewick.
Bewick is perhaps Northumberland’s greatest artist: a wood engraver and naturalist who revolutionised print art in Georgian England. Set in a tranquil, accessible garden with views across the Tyne Valley, Cherryburn is surrounded by the natural world that inspired his work.
Discover his birthplace cottage and farmyard with glorious views over the Tyne Valley, plus a traditional 19th century farmhouse - the later home of the Bewick family, now a museum - with an unrivalled collection of his work and an exhibition about his life.
Explore our newly renovated garden, now more accessible for wildlife and people, including the provision of more seating, new wheelchair-friendly and pushchair-friendly paths and a silent space. Picnic on the lawn and relax in surroundings barely changed since Bewick himself was there.
Timings & Tours
- Thursday 12 September:
- 10am to 5pm - last entry 4pm.
- Friday 13 September:
- 10am to 5pm - last entry 4pm
Location & directions
Cherryburn, Station Bank, Mickley, Stocksfield, Northumberland, NE43 7DD
- Directions:
- By road 11 miles west of Newcastle and east of Hexham; follow brown sign off A695 into Mickley village, on to Station Bank. Look out for brown signs pointing to 'Cherryburn' at the only crossroad in the village. Parking: free, 100 yards Sat Nav: some SatNavs can divert to a different route that doesn't reach Cherryburn. Please head for Mickley village. By train Stocksfield 1½ miles; Prudhoe 1½ miles By bus Newcastle to Hexham (passes Newcastle train station), alight Mickley Square, ¼ mile
- Contact on day:
- Duty Manager at Cherryburn
- Telephone number:
- +441661843276
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Additional information
The car park at Cherryburn has space for 25 - 30 cars. The path from the car park is sloped, surfaced with fine grain material. There is a drop off point in the courtyard, accessed via the right-hand gate.
