Hammer and Hound Forge Blacksmith Demonstration Day

Come along to the museum this half term and see expert blacksmith, Alex Sowen, from Hammer and Hound Forge demonstrate some of his amazing metal work skills and see some treasure created in the museum garden.This event is part of our Ways to Play programme of free and low-cost family-friendly activities.Make your ‘Ways to Play’ adventure a great value day out by travelling to our venues by the Metro and / or Ferry.Up to three children aged 11 and under can travel for free on the Metro and the Shields Ferry with a fare-paying adult.

Metro is the convenient, fast and frequent way to get to your favourite attractions and now it’s even more affordable.Find out more.Ways to Play is sponsored by Tyne and Wear Metro