Woodhorn

[1] The village is sometimes identified with Wucestre, given to St Cuthbert by King Ceolwulf when he gave up his throne in 737 to become a monk at Lindisfarne.

A medieval bell at Woodhorn, inscribed "Ave Maria", is said to be one of the oldest in existence.

The mine has since closed and the site has been landscaped incorporating a lake and known as Queen Elizabeth II Country Park.

With sound effects, models, paintings, working machinery etc., the museum gives an insight into life in a local coal-mining community.

Newbiggin Town Council has set up the Woodhorn Church Working Group to discuss the future use of the now vacant building.

The disused Church of St Mary the Virgin, Woodhorn