plan a visit
THE HEARTH CENTRE is a registered charity. We are situated in Horsley off the A69 trunk road, 10 miles east of Hexham and 11 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne. The parish of Horsley is one of the most picturesque parts of east Tynedale. There are outstanding views of the Cheviots, Simonside and the North Pennines from Horsley Hill.
OPENING TIMES
The Hearth Arts Centre is open to the public during scheduled events as listed on the What's On page.
CAFE OPENING TIMES
Visit the Cafe page for opening hours
PARKING
Is located behind the Hearth is a free complimentary car park. Additionally, you can also find free parking along the main road. Kindly refrain from parking in the Lion and Lamb car park, which is strictly for patrons only.
OUR LOCATION
The Hearth, Main Road, Horsley, Newcastle upon Tyne NE15 0NT
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ACCESSIBILITY
Please note that access to the artists’ studios is via stairs; there is no lift access for wheelchair users. The studios on the ground floor, at the back of the hall (Rebecca Vincent and Melanie Hopwood), have two steps to enter them. The Café, Reception and Hall have level access. There is also a separate parking space at the rear of The Hearth for easy access.
WIFI
Available in all public spaces throughout the building however we thank you for not plugging into mains electricity due to TV licensing restrictions.
BY CAR
ROAD FROM THE EAST
Take the A69 from Newcastle upon Tyne towards Carlisle, turnoff for the B6528 keep left for Horsley and follow the signs from there to Horsley village. The Hearth is situated on the right opposite the Lion and Lamb Pub.
ROAD FROM THE WEST
Take the A69 from Hexham towards Newcastle upon Tyne, turnoff for the B6528 keep right for Horsley and follow the signs from there to Horsley village. The Hearth is situated on the left opposite the Lion and Lamb Pub.
BY BICYCLE & WALKING
The Hearth welcomes cyclists and is featured on many cycle websites including, Horsley 30 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/2830259
We try to accommodate everyone and hope you would respect the parking restrictions by securing the cycles outside of designated parking.
An extensive network of public rights of way and quiet lanes through open space and mixed woodland, provide the walker and cyclist with opportunities for peace and relaxation. The Hadrian's Wall long distance path is situated one mile north of Horsley village.
Horsley has an ancient woodland dating back to the Medieval period that is noted for its wide range of plants, red squirrels and the high population of roe deer.
BY BUS
There are regular bus services from Newcastle and Hexham for more information go to www.nexus.org.uk
Arriva & Stagecoach: Newcastle - Hexham - Carlisle Bus No: 685