Established in 1970, our thriving and friendly society quickly grew its interest base and membership.
Unfortunately, due to our committee retiring, we have had to suspend all in person meetings with effect from 09 July 2024. As and when a new committee is formed we will hopefully get back to our regular programme of talks and meetings.
We will continue with our online presence in the mean time.
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The Histories of Blaydon, Winlaton and the Surrounding Towns and Villages
Early Blaydon
The first mention we have of Blaydon is 1256 when an entry in the Northumberland…
Brief History of Winlaton
Welcome to Winlaton and our very unique village. Winlaton is an ancient settlement – name…
Winlaton Mill
The origin of the village of Winlaton Mill is open to conjecture but before the…
Latest Posts
Walks on YouTube
A curated playlist of YouTube videos featuring walks around the area.
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Winlaton Mill, River Tyne & Blaydon Burn with Interesting Walks NE 7.9miles Past/present Industry
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Winlaton Mill & Derwent Valley with Interesting Walks NE 10.1 chilly miles
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Walking with Jacobites – Part 1: Widdrington
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The Lead Road Part 4: Carriers’ Way
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The Lead Road Part 3: Dukesfield
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The Lead Road Part 2: Hedley-on-the-Hill to Slaley
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The Lead Road Part 1: Blaydon to Hedley-on-the-Hill
Blaydon on YouTube
A curated playlist of YouTube videos featuring Blaydon
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Tyne at Blaydon
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Blaydon 1968
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Old Photos of Blaydon & Winlaton
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The demolition about1973 of Blaydon, a town north east of England
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Blaydon and Winlaton
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The Road to Blaydon – Part 1
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Bridge over the River Tyne that was older than the Swing and High Level bridges
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Blaydon and Winlaton Then and Now Slide Show
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Blaydon Likely Lads.avi
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Victoria Street Blaydon Spike
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Blaydon – Path head Mill 1730, Summerhill Summerhouse 1750 & remnants of Blaydon Burn works 1800’s
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Blaydon Olympic Torch Relay.
Winlaton Mill on YouTube
A curated playlist of YouTube videos featuring Winlaton Mill
British Pathé Newsreels
A curated playlist of newsreel footage courtesy of British Pathé featuring Blaydon and Winlaton.
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Factory Road, Blaydon & Surrounding Area
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EMR Factory Road Blaydon
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North East Truck & Van Chainbridge Road Blaydon & Surrounding Area
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Saint Cuthbert`s Church Blaydon & Surrounding Area
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Shibdon Pond Blaydon & Surrounding Area
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Winlaton From The Sky
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Winlaton Fun Fair From Above
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Blaydon – Path head Mill 1730, Summerhill Summerhouse 1750 & remnants of Blaydon Burn works 1800’s
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Blaydon Burn/Old Hexham Road
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Scotswood Bridge from above :: Blaydon, Newburn and The River Tyne
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DJI PHANTOM 3 ADVANCED brockwell woods blaydon burn
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3 Bridges of the Tyne, Part of the Newcastle Series
The Land of Oak & Iron
The Society provides a local history resources information service for the Land of Oak & Iron.