On the ground

Agricultural Heritage Archaeology at Cragend Farm

11:00 AM

Explore the layered heritage of Cragend Farm, from its origins as a Celtic camp to a restored Victorian farmstead. This event introduces both agricultural and industrial archaeology, highlighting Lord Armstrong’s hydraulic machinery, excavated on site, which once drove threshing, milling, and daily farm operations. Through guided exploration, discover how centuries of farming and engineering shaped this unique Northumberland landscape.

Location

Cragend Grange, Cragend, Rothbury, Rothbury, Northumberland, NE65 7XN, United Kingdom

Additional location/direction information

Rothbury

Schedule

Tue, 21 Jul

11:00 AM

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1:00 PM

Additional booking information

Book through Historic Houses Invitation to View Cragend Farm

Additional fee information

£15 pp including refreshments and opportunity to bring your own picnic and stay within the grounds after the event if the weather is suitable.