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The amazing house at No1 Bailiffgate
What has the 300-year history of No.1 Bailiffgate to do with two of the most popular childrens' characters for early readers? This and so much more here... Read More
George Lingwoods unique Book of Alnwick
George Lingwood was born in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, around 1822 and moved to Alnwick in 1842. He was employed by plumbers Wilkin and Dickman until he was forced to retire by ill-health. George ... Read More
How George Wilkin, plumber helped save lives
Cholera had had a terrible effect on Alnwick. George Wilkin was more than just an average plumber, he was an inventor as well . Discover how he did his bit to improve things ... Read More
Davison Prints now featured on Cotton..
There are almost 100 fabulous posters by Alnwick printer William Davison in our online collection . In addition, four are now available as large, pure cotton tea-towels which are ideal presents to family, friends and ... Read More
Remix celebrates Lockdown Creations
The new Autumn exhibition now in Bailiffgate features work by a number of textile artists who together form the Fusion group. All the exhibits were stimulated in one way or another by lockdown, ... Read More
Summer exhibition “Beside the Seaside” now Open
The new "Beside the Seaside Exhibition "is now open at Bailiffgate Museum. It features many fascinating exhibits of what created this well-loved British Institition, from rock pools to rock, donkeys to saucy postcards. ... Read More
Bailiffgate Museum now fully open again
Bailiffgate Museum and Gallery has fully reopened (with appropriate Covid precautions) after the Christmas shutdown. Full details of opening hours can be found on our museum website ... Read More
2022 Family History talks announced
The first talks of 2022 will take place by Zoom or in person according to the Covid situation at the time. They will include a look at the history of and future developments in ... Read More