The Ouseburn Trust works for a vibrant, diverse and sustainable future for the historic Ouseburn Valley

Visit Ouseburn

Visit the Victoria Tunnel

The Victoria Tunnel is a preserved 19th-century waggonway under Newcastle's streets, built by the Victorians to carry coal and re-used as an air raid shelter during World War 2. Victoria Tunnel tours resume on Monday 17th May.

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Explore Ouseburn

So many things to see and do in Ouseburn Valley

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Author: Lesley Turner

Ouseburn walks

Ouseburn's rich heritage and lush green spaces make it an ideal destination for walks near Newcastle city centre. Click here for details of walks in Ouseburn as well as our programme of guided walks.

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Author: Maria Baranowska

Get Involved

donate

Your donations help us deliver projects which keep Ouseburn's heritage alive and sustain the Valley's vibrant future.

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Author: Lesley Turner

Volunteering

Volunteer with us to learn new things, meet new people, share great stories and develop your skills and confidence.

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Author: Victoria Wallen

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Learning Resources

With a diverse heritage, regeneration story and natural environment, Ouseburn makes an ideal learning setting for any level of study. Find a wide range of education and learning resources here.

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Author: Maria Baranowska

Ouseburn regeneration

Since the 1980s Ouseburn Valley has been through an exciting process of regeneration and it is continuing today. Check out the latest news, strategies and research papers collected here, and how to get involved in what's happening next.

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Author: Maria Baranowska

Heritage Research

Our Ouseburn heritage research volunteers work with our Heritage Officer to gather stories of people and places in the Ouseburn Valley. Find our research list here.