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Upcoming events at Washington Old Hall

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Washington Heritage Partnership has worked with Arts Centre Washington and Washington Old Hall to deliver this exciting new arts project, built around Washington’s multi-layered history.

Taking inspiration from the book of the same name by Fred Hill, the local historian and schoolmaster who played a key role in saving Washington Old Hall, local artists from the Sunderland Indie collective have produced a multimedia exhibition of contemporary art.

From July, the exhibition will move on to Arts Centre Washington.

A multi-media exhibition to celebrate Washington’s past, both real and mythical, marking 60 years as a New Town.

Washington: Fact, Fiction and Folklore

Find local musical duos Carol & Bryan and Julie & William in the hall, bringing the historic space to life with a live performance.

Expect music from 1400 to 1750: medieval, Renaissance and Baroque, by composers from England and western Europe. Plus some tunes with a local flavour, such as The Lambton Worm.

Local musicians make a visit to Washington Old Hall extra special.

Live music in the hall

Join utter legends Robin, Marian and the Merry Men in Sherwood Forest for a hilariously adventurous take on the timeless tales of everyone's favourite archer.

Pernicious Prince John and the shifty Sheriff of Nottingham have hatched a plan to put a stop to Robin Hood's charitable crime spree once and for all. Can they outwit the outlaw? Or will Robin hit the target once again?

Find out in the critically-acclaimed Pantaloons' innovative take on the myth featuring live music and audience interaction.

Prepare to have your blocks busted, your rips roared and your swashes well-and-truly buckled!

Children aged three and under attend for free when accompanied by an adult.

Innovative and rip-roaring outdoor theatre for all ages.

The Pantaloons present Robin Hood

A ramble from Washington Old Hall  to Penshaw Monument with walk leader Chris to take in the sights and sounds of the changing seasons. A chance to nourish body and mind, and notice nature - from spring blossom to autumn colour. Expect plenty of time to pause, appreciate the views and take some photos.  

It's approximately 5 miles/8km to Penshaw Monument, with the option to visit Penshaw Tearoom, then walk back to Washington Old Hall with Chris (making it 10 miles/16km) or catch the Sunderland District Berries 2A bus to Washington.

Join us for a free guided walk to Penshaw Monument, to appreciate the changes each season brings.

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Washington: Fact, Fiction and Folklore

Live music in the hall

The Pantaloons present Robin Hood

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