24 August 2012

Battle of Flodden

 DISCOVER THE BATTLE THAT   SHAPED OUR NATIONS

A beginners guide to the Battle of Flodden


Talk time at Wallington Hall presents Michael Thomson as he takes you through the events of the Battle of Flodden in 1513.  Find out what all the fuss is about so you can impress friends and relatives with your knowledge in the build up to the 500th anniversary of this great battle.

Monday 10th September, 10am- 2pm, £22 including coffee and lunch

Wallington, Cambo, nr Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 4AR

To avoid disappointment, please book events in advance on 01670 773600.

14 August 2012

The story of a village school

The Story of a Village School

The Story of a Village School


The story of a Village school is the history of Ponteland First School produced by local historian Muriel Sobo.
It is full of photographs, anecdotes and stories of its 93 year history from 1914 - 2007.
The Book costs £6 from the First School office or the Town Council Office or £7 by post from Muriel Sobo on 01661 871969

Proceeds from the book go the school PTA.