LOCAL NEWS

Haltwhistle Man’s Role in The Great Escape
Raymond William Keen was born on April 7th, 1915, at the Railway Hotel in Haltwhistle, where his father Joseph and…

Haltwhistle Mining History
The town has a rich history of mining and industrial activity that significantly shaped its development from the 18th century…

Haltwhistle Books and Authors
One of the most gifted literary figures to hail from Haltwhistle was the poet Ada Smith. Born Ada Elizabeth Smith…

Ghosts, Hauntings and Folklore
Haltwhistle is steeped in tales of the supernatural. Its ancient structures and storied past have given rise to numerous legends…
REGIONAL NEWS
