The Hearth is situated in Horsley in the Tyne Valley, Northumberland, an area rich in history. Hadrian’s Wall World Heritage Site is just up the road.
The eight working studios, café and community hall are situated in the restored Victorian manse, with its wattle and daub walls, and in the original church buildings.
The Victorian gothic revival Horsley Village Church has a fascinating history which dates back to the 17th Century. The church was involved in setting up the Hearth Project which aims to bring the local and wider community together through a varied programme of regular creative participation. There are art classes and courses, regular musical evenings and children’s activities.
During the year the Hearth holds several open studios events.
