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We’re excited to invite you to the official launch of the North East Funerary Heritage Group. The new regional initiative bringing together individuals and organisations interested in the past, present, and future of burial spaces and funerary heritage across the North East.

This free event is open to researchers, heritage professionals, volunteers, and community members with an interest in anythin funerary heritage. The afternoon will include space for conversation, networking, and input into the group’s future direction, as well as a chance to explore shared concerns and emerging ideas.

Whether you’re involved in research, community projects, conservation work, or simply passionate about funerary heritage, we’d love to see you there.

Please register by 18 July to ensure your place and do share this invitation with others who might be interested.

We look forward to seeing you at Newcastle Cathedral!

We’re pleased to invite you to the official launch of the North East Funerary Heritage Group (NEFHG), taking place this summer in the heart of Newcastle:

🗓 Wednesday, 23 July 2025
🕐 13:00–16:00
📍 Newcastle Cathedral (The Nave)
👉 Register to attend here

This event is open to all NEFHG members and anyone with an interest in the funerary heritage of County Durham, Tyne and Wear, or Northumberland—whether you’re a researcher, practitioner, local resident, or simply curious.

The launch is not just a celebration, but a moment to reflect on where we’re starting and where we hope to go. With an informal and inclusive format, the afternoon will include:

• A panel discussion on current challenges and opportunities in funerary heritage
• Rotating breakout sessions to explore emerging themes and identify shared priorities
• Time for networking and building collaborations

Booking is required to help us plan for seating and light refreshments (tea and coffee will be provided).

📢 Please help us spread the word! Feel free to share this post or the registration link with colleagues, collaborators, and anyone you think might be interested. The more perspectives we bring together, the stronger our network will become.

For questions or accessibility needs, contact Dr Myra Giesen (Chair) at myra.giesen@newcastle.ac.uk.

We look forward to seeing you in July!

Event Sponsor: Ballast Hills Burial Ground Project

We are delighted to announce that the North East Funerary Heritage Group (NEFHG) will formally launch this summer. We hope you will join us to mark the occasion.

🗓 Date: Wednesday, 23 July 2025
🕐 Time: 13:00–16:00
📍 Venue: Newcastle Cathedral (The Nave)

What is NEFHG?

NEFHG is a regional network dedicated to exploring, preserving, and promoting the rich funerary heritage of North East England. It fosters collaboration, shares best practices, and supports inclusive approaches to understanding and caring for burial spaces and memorial traditions. As it grows, NEFHG aims to serve as a hub for knowledge exchange, advocacy, and public engagement.

The Launch

This launch event will bring together individuals and organisations with a shared interest in funerary heritage—whether you’re involved in cemetery care, local history, cultural heritage, or simply want to learn more. It offers a welcoming space to connect, reflect, and help shape the group’s future direction.

The afternoon will include:

• A formal introduction to NEFHG and its vision
• Short talks and a keynote or thematic panel
• Breakout discussions on pressing issues and emerging opportunities
• Time for networking, refreshments, and informal conversation

A full agenda and registration details will be shared soon. We are looking into organising morning fieldtrips to several local site of funerary interest, so stay tuned for details.

🔗In the meantime, you can register to become a member by complete our membership form. It is free to join.

📬 Questions? Email: myra.giesen@newcastle.ac.uk

Please mark your calendars and help us spread the word, feel free to forward this post to others who might be interested. We hope to see many of you there.

This event is being partially sponsored by the Ballast Hills Burial Ground Project, which works to uncover and share the hidden histories of one of Newcastle’s forgotten  burial spaces.

Warm wishes,
Myra Giesen
Chair, NEFHG Steering Group