How to find us

Easy peasy! We’re halfway between Newcastle city centre and Alnwick Castle. Head for the A189 and the Northumberland Coastal Route to the east of Ashington, watch out for the brown and white directional signs and then Woodhorn’s large, bright entrance banners.
Entry is free but there is a £2.50 charge for parking.

By public transport – Make your way to Ashington Bus Station. From here you can either take a 15 minute walk (via the A197 and the QEII Country Park) or take advantage of special taxi rates offered by Ashington Taxis on 01670 813315 or Colliers Taxis on 01670 817382.

Opening times

Wednesday - Sunday (and Bank Holidays but not Christmas Day)
Also open Tuesdays during school holidays

April to October:      10am - 5pm
November to March: 10am - 4pm

The Study Centre is open Wednesday - Sunday 10am - 4pm

Special needs

We’ve attempted to make the site accessible to everyone.
The ‘Cutter’ visitor centre is wheelchair friendly. But as you might expect with the old colliery buildings, access is restricted.