Blyth battery KAV Award 2025

We’re incredibly honoured to announce that Blyth Battery Volunteers has been awarded The King's Award for Voluntary Service 2025.

This recognition is a testament to the dedication of our amazing volunteers and supporters who have made our mission possible, Together, we’ve shown what can happen when community and history come together.

 The King's Award for Voluntary Service award, Equivalent to an MBE, is the highest Award given to local voluntary groups in the UK, and it is awarded for life.

We have to give special thanks to Lindsay and Colin Durward for their years of dedication and leadership, which have shaped Blyth Battery Volunteers into the thriving community project it is today.

We at Blyth Battery Volunteers are proud to be one of 231 local charities, social enterprises, and voluntary groups to receive this prestigious award this year. Our work, along with that of others across the UK, highlights the many ways volunteers like us are contributing to our local communities and working to make life better for those around us.





Blyth Battery will be closing for the winter season- September 28th.


During our closed period, we’re still delighted to welcome walking groups, veterans, and schools by arrangement, to organise a visit, please get in touch via our Contact Us page.

A heartfelt thank you to all who have supported us throughout the year—we truly appreciate it.

Some dates for the 2026 Calendar
  • The Cafe will be open on New Years day to welcome everyone back in 2026.
  • Blyth Battery will reopen on weekends from 21st March 2026.


Our highley anticipated event Blyth Battery Goes to War will return on 16/17th May 2026.



Blyth Battery Goes To War 2025

Blyth Battery Goes To War was a tremendous success, and it simply wouldn’t have been possible without the dedication, effort, and collaboration of everyone involved. From the historical reenactment groups, volunteers, and military vehicle owners to local community organisations, vendors, performers, and event staff — each played a vital role in bringing this event to life and creating a truly unforgettable day for all who attended.

 VE Day Celebrations at Blyth quayside - 3rd May 2025

Blyth Battery had the pleasure of taking part in the VE day festival held at Blyth Quayside today. 


We all had a fantastic time enjoying the food, displays, music and stalls and celebrating the community spirit of Blyth as we near the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe.


Blyth Battery is proud to be participating in the 80th anniversary of VE Day on Thursday, May 8, 2025

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