Two Year 7 classes, 7S and 7M have been learning about the work of the Suffragettes and local heroine Emily Davison at her burial place in St Mary’s Church, Morpeth.

Penni Blythe-Jones, who organised the “Emily Inspires!” campaign last year and Morpeth Town Councillor Andrew Tebbutt were the guest speakers who helped to make the past come alive.

“I liked the costume Penni was wearing. The colours were Green, White and Violet which stood for Give Women Votes.” Jess Coates, 7S

“We found the trip fun because we found out lots of information and we have never seen a famous person’s grave before. She is definitely someone to remember.” James Kirby and Rhys Hussey, 7M

“I enjoyed the educational aspect of the afternoon as well as getting out and about.” Lucas Jones, 7S

“I knew Emily had been in prison for protesting but I never knew she went on a hunger strike in there. She was force fed 49 times – it would have been so painful!” Chelsea Pringle, 7M

Thank you to Penni, Andrew and Rev Simon White for their time and help.