Land of Iron

17/06/2026

We’re looking forward to joining The Longacre - Pub, Grill & Pizza for their Mining Heritage Night on Thursday 25 June at 6pm.

Steve Hall, our Deputy Mine Manager, will be sharing stories from Cleveland’s ironstone mining history and the importance of preserving local heritage.

Our team regularly shares stories from Cleveland’s ironstone mining history, and we may be able to support talks and heritage events across the region.

Land of Iron’s programme of events and activities is made possible thanks to The National Lottery Heritage Fund and National Lottery players.

🍻 A PINT OF HISTORY: Discover the Roots Beneath Our Feet! ⛏️

​Ever wondered about the history right beneath your feet while enjoying a pint?

​We’ve teamed up with the Land of Iron museum for our very first heritage night! Join us as expert guest speaker Steve takes us on a fascinating journey into the stories, grit, and legacy of the historic Longacre Mine.

​📅 Thursday 25th June | 6:00 PM
📍 The Longacre, Skelton

🎟️ Free Entry (Booking highly recommended!)

​Whether you're a history buff or just fancy a great night out with a twist, come grab a drink and bring Skelton's history to life.

​📞 To book: Send us a DM or call us to secure your table!

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Land of Iron

10/06/2026

Next at Land of Iron: Tom Leonard Lecture Series - Medicine of the First World War with Andy Volans

Join historian Andy Volans for a fascinating talk exploring how the First World War transformed medical care for soldiers.

From the treatment of casualties to the innovations driven by conflict, this talk looks at how medical practice evolved between 1914 and 1918, and what frontline care meant for those caught up in war.

📅 Friday 19 June 2026

🕕 Doors open: 6:00pm
🕡 Talk starts: 6:30pm
🕖 Approx. finish: 7:45pm

📍 Land of Iron, TS13 4AP

Book tickets here: https://buff.ly/AEz6dfh

Land of Iron’s programme of events and activities is made possible thanks to The National Lottery Heritage Fund and National Lottery players.

04/06/2026

It’s Volunteers’ Week, and we want to say a huge thank you to everyone who gives their time, skills and energy to Land of Iron.

Our volunteers support us in countless ways, from welcoming visitors and taking them on guided tours, to helping with collections, events, learning activities, fundraising, maintenance and the many behind-the-scenes jobs that keep the museum running smoothly.

Many of our volunteers bring their own stories, knowledge and family connections to the ironstone mining heritage of East Cleveland, making them a vital part of the museum experience.

Quite simply, Land of Iron couldn’t open and operate as we do without them.

Volunteering is also about people and connection. As one of our volunteers, Anne, said recently, one of the best parts is “friendship.” Peter, who has volunteered with us since 2008, shared that he’s still here because he enjoys it so much.

That really says a lot about the spirit of our volunteer team.

To all our current volunteers and everyone who has supported Land of Iron over the years: thank you. You help keep East Cleveland’s ironstone heritage alive for visitors, families, schools and the wider community.

If you’re interested in volunteering with us, please complete our volunteer form here:
https://buff.ly/fglAnoQ



Land of Iron’s programme of events and activities is made possible thanks to The National Lottery Heritage Fund and National Lottery players.

25/05/2026

Still looking for something to do this May half-term?

Join us at Land of Iron this Wednesday for a relaxed, hands-on Salt Art Workshop.Children can use PVA glue, salt and watercolour paint to create their own colourful designs, from seaside scenes and patterns to anything they can imagine.

It’s a fun indoor crafting activity, perfect for curious children, creative kids and families looking for something a little different.

🎨 Salt Art Workshop
📅 Wednesday 27 May
🕙 10am to 1pm

📍 Land of Iron, Skinningrove, TS13 4AP
🎟 £4 per child. Adults go free, with donations welcome.

Spaces are still available, but booking in advance is recommended:
https://buff.ly/JcEc8sa

Land of Iron’s programme of events and activities is made possible thanks to The National Lottery Heritage Fund and National Lottery players.

24/05/2026

Still looking for something to do this May half-term?

Why not make the most of the coast and join us for a rock pooling adventure in Skinningrove this Tuesday?

We’ll head down to the shore with our friendly staff and volunteers to explore the rock pools and see what we can find. Look out for crabs, fish and other fascinating coastal creatures, and learn a little more about the wildlife that lives between the tides.

🦀 Rock Pooling in Skinningrove
📅 Tuesday 26 May
🕙 10am to 12pm
🎟 £4 per child. Adults go free, with donations welcome.
📍 Meeting point: Beach Road, near the Pigeon Fancier’s sculpture, Skinningrove.

Nets and buckets are provided. Please bring wellies or suitable footwear, and be ready to get a little bit wet!

There are limited spaces left, so please book in advance:
https://buff.ly/82W5aa1

Land of Iron’s programme of events and activities is made possible thanks to The National Lottery Heritage Fund and National Lottery players.

22/05/2026

The doors to our permanent exhibition are open once again.

Over the past few weeks we’ve been working on new displays and updates across the gallery, and visitors can now explore the refreshed exhibition as work continues.

There are still more additions and finishing touches to come over the next few weeks, and we’d like to thank everyone for their patience and support while the work has been taking place.

Underground mine tours continue as normal, alongside our current temporary exhibition: From Neolithic Salt to a Saxon Princess

We’d love to welcome you back to Land of Iron.
https://buff.ly/MSpSz4t

Land of Iron’s programme of events and activities is made possible thanks to The National Lottery Heritage Fund and National Lottery players.

18/05/2026

Happy International Museum Day! 🏛️

Today we’re celebrating the important role museums play in bringing people, stories and communities together.

At Land of Iron, we’re proud to help share the history, heritage and voices of this part of East Cleveland — from the story of ironstone mining and the people behind it, to the wider history that shaped our area.

We’re also pleased to say that our permanent exhibition is open again, with work continuing behind the scenes as we keep developing and improving the experience for visitors.

And while you’re here, you can also see our temporary exhibition, From Neolithic Salt to a Saxon Princess with Dr Steve Sherlock, on display until 4 July.

If you’ve not visited for a while, this is a great time to come and see the museum for yourself.

🎟️ Find out more / book tickets:
https://buff.ly/GZhCzGa

Land of Iron’s programme of events and activities is made possible thanks to The National Lottery Heritage Fund and National Lottery players.

17/05/2026

Looking for something to do this May half-term?

We have three family activities coming up at Land of Iron and around Skinningrove:

🦀 Rock Pooling
Tuesday 26 May, 10am to 12pm
Explore the rock pools with our friendly staff and volunteers, and see what coastal creatures you can find.
Tickets: https://buff.ly/k1VVlfs

🎨 Salt Art Workshop
Wednesday 27 May, 10am to 1pm
Get creative at Land of Iron with colourful salt art inspired by the local landscape and ancient rock art.
Tickets: https://buff.ly/Lxm0Bu7

🐚 Fossil Hunting
Thursday 28 May, 10am to 12pm
Search the Skinningrove coastline for fossils, ironstone and traces of prehistoric life.
Tickets: https://buff.ly/oW9VExC

Tickets are all £4 per child. Adults go free, with donations welcome.

Spaces are limited, so please book in advance.

Land of Iron’s programme of events and activities is made possible thanks to The National Lottery Heritage Fund and National Lottery players.

16/05/2026

Fossil Hunting in Skinningrove this May half-term 🐚

Join us on Thursday 28 May, 10am to 12pm, for a family fossil hunt on the Skinningrove coastline.

We’ll head down to the beach with our volunteers to search for fossils and other interesting finds along the shore. This coastline was once home to millions of prehistoric creatures, far beneath a tropical sea, and you may even spot a nodule of ironstone if you’re lucky!

Equipment is provided. Please bring wellies or suitable footwear, and if it is sunny, remember to bring sun cream.

🎟 Tickets: £4 per child. Adults go free, with donations welcome.
📍 Meeting point: Beach Road, near the Skinningrove Pigeon Fancier’s monument.
🚗 Parking can be found near Marine Terrace.

Spaces are limited, so please book your place in advance:
https://buff.ly/oW9VExC

Land of Iron’s programme of events and activities is made possible thanks to The National Lottery Heritage Fund and National Lottery players.

15/05/2026

May Half-Term Salt Art Workshop at Land of Iron 🎨

Join us on Wednesday 27 May, 10am to 1pm, for a creative salt art workshop at Land of Iron.

Children and families can discover the magic of using salt as a medium for art. Using PVA glue, salt and watercolour paint, you’ll create your own colourful artwork inspired by the local landscape and Loftus’ ancient history.

You’ll also have the chance to visit our temporary exhibition and see real pieces of Neolithic rock art found locally to help inspire your design.

🎟 Tickets: £4 per child. Adults go free, with donations welcome.
📍 Location: Land of Iron, Skinningrove, TS13 4AP

Spaces are limited, so please book your place in advance:
https://buff.ly/Lxm0Bu7

Land of Iron’s programme of events and activities is made possible thanks to The National Lottery Heritage Fund and National Lottery players.