This site has been designed with accessibility in mind and as such should be accessible by the blind and visually impaired through text browsers. We cannot guarantee that all sections (e.g the shop) will be compatible with these systems but most of the information sections will be. However, all resonable steps will be taken to assist with access requirements. Purchases can be made via the shop or photographic archive. Please telephone 0191 370 4000 for assistance.

Access Keys
A modified sub-set of the UK Government's Access key system is in operation on our central pages, to assist blind and disabled users with navigation through the site. This allows users to navigate rapidly to important pages by means of keyboard shortcuts. To use this system, press (and hold) the Alt key together with the access key you want, then press Enter.

  • Alt + 0: This accessibility page
  • Alt + 1: Home page
  • Alt + 2: Contact page
  • Alt + 3: The Collections page
  • Alt + 4: RRC page
  • Alt + 5: Search
  • Alt + 6: Background of Beamish
  • Alt + 7: User Agreement
  • Alt + 8: Privacy Statement