Programme of events

July 2023

1 July

Knotty 100 Exhibition Opening

Brampton Museum, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 0QP

Saturday 1 July 2023 - 11am

Celebrate Newcastle's railway heritage with a special archive film show, costumed performances and book signing to launch the Museum's latest exhibition: Knotty 100. Marking 100 years to the day since the end of the North Staffordshire Railway, this exhibition will be formally opened by ​MP for Newcastle Aron Bell.

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Knotty 100 Exhibition 1920's Jazz Day at Brampton Museum with the Jake Legg Jugg Band

Brampton Museum, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 0QP

Saturday 1 July 2023 -2pm

Let The Jake Legg Jugg band take you back to the roaring 1920s with an afternoon of live jazz music. 

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13 July

B's Dementia Cafe

Sammy Bell's tea room, Belong Newcastle, Lower Street ST5 2RS

Thursday 13 July 2023 - from 14:00

This event will take place on the 2nd Thursday of every month. sessions are free and will include entertainment, refreshments and opportunity to access support whilst forming friendships. Please book in advance.

Cost: free

How to book: contact Emma Palin or Isis Whitmore on 01782 986300


15 July

The Railways of Newcastle under Lyme: Talk and book signing by Allan Baker

Brampton Museum, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 0QP

Saturday 15 July 2023 - 1:00pm to 2:15pm

A fascinating talk by railway historian and author Mike Fell OBE.

The talk covers the history of Newcastle station, which closed its doors to passengers on 2 March 1964 , the goods yard which paralleled Water Street and the Pool Dam branch which served the Brook Lane wharf, and the Gas Works in Goose Street. Also covered is the Liverpool Road Halt at Cross Heath and the Apedale branch railway which served the ironworks and collieries owned by the Midland Coal, Coke & Iron Company at Apedale and Holditch Colliery,  Chesterton which ceased coal winding July 1989.

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16 July

Castle Artisan Market

The Stones, Newcastle-under-Lyme town centre

Sunday 16 July 2023 from 10am

Up to 70 traders sell their unique and bespoke hand-made goods, fine artisan food and drink, host cultural activities for children and create a vibe with acoustic music.

Cost: free

How to book: just turn up. Traders should email Nick Moore on nick.moore@newcastle-staffs.gov.uk

Newcastle History Walk

Meet at the Castle Mound, Silverdale Road.

Sunday 16 July 2023 from 10am

Cost: free

How to book: just turn up. No need to book. For more information, please email: joanne.halliday@newcastle-staffs.gov.uk


 

22 July

Brampton Museum 80th birthday party

Brampton Museum, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 0QP

Saturday 22 July 2023 - 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Brampton Museum is celebrating its 80th birthday. Join the Newcastle Ukulymies ukulele group for a feel-good party with tunes stretching from the museum's opening in 1943 to the modern day- with lots of local history facts on the way.

Cost: pay what you can.

Booking: no need to book, just turn up


27 July

Fascinating folk of Newcastle talk: Potters at play

Brampton Museum, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 0QP

Thursday 27 July 2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:15pm

A special talk by Mervyn Edwards looking back at sport and games in Newcastle and North Staffordshire.

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29 July

The Leek and Manifold Light Railway

Brampton Museum, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 0QP

Saturday 29 July 2023 - 1:00pm to 2:15pm

A fascinating talk by railway historian Phil Robinson about the history of the Leek and Manifold light railway.

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850th Summer Fair

Belong, Newcastle under Lyme, Lower Street,  ST5 2RS

Saturday 29 July 2023 - 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

You're invited to join us for a very special summer fair to celebrate the 850th anniversary of Newcastle under Lyme. To mark this momentous occasion we will be enjoying a variety of entertainment, including gifts, craft stalls, games and raffles and fun for all the family. Food and drink will also be available. If you would like to run your own stall at this event please contact our Experience/Heritage coordinator on emma.palin@belong.org.uk or call 01782 986300

Cost: free

Booking: no need to book, just turn up