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2023 is an exciting year for events in Northumberland and the surrounding area. 55/56° North celebrates a range of cultural and heritage events taking place in the region during the year. Highlights include Morpeth Fair Day, Northern Pride and Berwick Film Media & Arts Festival. Keep checking back here and on our main events page for news of more events as they are announced.
The Museum of the Moon
Friday 29 Sept - Sunday 12 Nov 2023

The Museum of the Moon

Hexham Abbey is hosting The Museum of the Moon this autumn. Museum of the Moon is a stunning artwork by UK artist Luke Jerram featuring a six-metre wide reproduction of the moon.
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