WW2 Workshop: Berwick Home Front

Discover life on the WW2 Home Front in Berwick. Explore work, air raids, Civil Defence & learn to research wartime records.

Step back in time and uncover what life was really like on the Home Front during the Second World War.

This interactive workshop explores wartime work, daily restrictions, air raids, and the vital role of Civil Defence in Berwick. You’ll also learn how to find and use WW2 records to research your own local or family history.

Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a family researcher, or simply curious about the past, this session offers a fascinating insight into the experiences of Northumberland’s wartime communities.

All welcome – no previous experience required.