Heritage Open Day: Newbiggin By The Sea Historic Fishing Village dates back to 11th Century and is home of the Historic Woman Launchers Oldest working Lifeboat Station in the UK 13th Century St Bartholomew's Church Sean Henrys Couple. Discover Newbiggin Maritime Centre, home of the Mary Joicey Lifeboat Northumbria Fishing Coble 'Girl Anne' and Newbiggin Rocket House, one of the earliest Rocket Houses in the UK. Built in 1866 Fully Restored in 2017 Exhibition to celebrate the brave volunteers of the Newbiggin Lifeboat Brigade.