Ovingham
Ovingham is an ancient village standing in the shadow of its newer neighbour, Prudhoe, on the banks of the Tyne. Most notable in the village is the Church of St Mary the Virgin, whose 60 ft tower dates from the early 9th century, while the rest is mainly 13th century. The 14th-century vicarage nearby is also celebrated for its association with Thomas Bewick, who received his education here. The village has two bridges, one a quaint pack-horse bridge spanning the Whittle Burn, the other carrying the road across the Tyne to Prudhoe; this should be approached with caution by drivers of wide vehicles. Every third Saturday in June, the villagers stage the Ovingham Goose Fair, which can be traced back to the 13th century. Today the presence of geese is purely ceremonial, but the fair is renowned for the Northumbrian music, cuisine and other traditions on display.
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