Hexham
All ten cubes are now back in Hexham, lining the river bank, they arrived at the beginning of September 2008 and will be in Tyne Green Country Park until the beginning of November. The salmon will be jumping up stream just behind them!
ALL of the Tyne Salmon Trail cubes will be in Hexham from the beginning of September. They will be lining the river under Hexham Bridge in the Tyne Green Country Park.
To mark the occasion there will be a Tyne Salmon Trail Fun Day on the 2nd September from 11am till 2pm. There will be arts and crafts, salmon stories, nature trails and much more.
For more information contact Elizabeth Bunting on 0191 203 4065.
History/Introduction
Hexham is the centre and main market town for Tynedale, it has a beautiful and historic face, which contrasts with its modern shopping, arts and leisure facilities. At its heart are the historic Abbey and the Market Place.
All around this historic centre are excellent shops, parks and gardens, including Tyne Green Country Park beside the river. The town is an excellent place to browse and pick up unusual items. The award-winning Queen's Hall Arts Centre presents a full and varied programme throughout the year - from dance to drama, all types of music and a wide range of exhibitions.
The town has a wealth of antiques and curious shops as well as places to eat, all in interesting medieval streets, which surround the historic market place. Market day is Tuesday, and Farmer's Markets are held every second and fourth Saturday of the month.
Hexham is proud to have been named by Country Life magazine as England's favourite Market town, and also won a double accolade in Britain In Bloom 2005, being judged the national winner in both the Town and Tourism categories.
