Family Attractions

Animal lovers have a choice of superb days out at Hall Hill Farm, Broom House Farm and Tweddle Children's Animal Farm. At Thorpe Farm you can search out culinary delights in the farm shop while the kids watch the birds of prey at the falconry centre. Find out why taking a bath in Roman Times was about more than just getting clean with a trip to Binchester Roman Fort in Bishop Auckland, or let the past come to life at award-winning Beamish

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  1. Tanfield Railway

    Tanfield Railway

    Oldest existing railway in the world, opened 1725. Steam-hauled passenger trains, vintage carriages, 61 locomotives and steam-driven vintage workshop. Please see website or ring for dates and operating times.

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    Type:
    Steam Railway
    Location:

    Marley Hill

  2. Crook Hall and Gardens

    Crook Hall and Gardens

    Medieval hall with Jacobean drawing room, turret and gallery, set in 4 acres of gardens, 2 walled gardens, a maze, a silver and white garden and Shakespeare garden.

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    Type:
    Garden
    Location:

    Durham

  3. The Bowes Museum

    The Bowes Museum

    The Bowes Museum houses a collection of outstanding European fine and decorative arts and offers an acclaimed exhibition programme, alongside special events and children's activities.

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    Type:
    Museum
    Location:

    Barnard Castle

  4. Fun Shack

    Fun Shack

    Fun Shack, the North's largest indoor playground, open 7 days a week. Rain or shine you'll have a great time at Fun Shack.

    Type:
    Adventure Park / Playground
    Location:

    Seaham

  5. Diggerland

    Diggerland

    An adventure park based on diggers where children of all ages can ride and drive diggers. A wonderful place for family fun. For opening times visit www.diggerland.com

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    Type:
    Adventure Park / Playground
    Location:

    Langley Park

  6. Locomotion:The National Railway Museum at Shildon

    Locomotion:The National Railway Museum at Shildon

    The first National Museum in the North East. Free admission. View over 60 vehicles, children's play area and interactive displays. Retail and catering available.

    Type:
    Museum
    Location:

    Shildon

  7. Beamish Museum

    Beamish Museum

    Beamish - The Living Museum of the North, is an open air museum vividly recreating life in the North East in the early 1800s and 1900s.

    Type:
    Museum
    Location:

    Beamish

  8. Durham Heritage Centre and Museum

    Durham Heritage Centre and Museum

    Local history museum housed in historic church near cathedral. Tells the story of Durham from 10thC to present day using displays, models and artefacts. Brass rubbing and shop.

    Type:
    Heritage / Visitor Centre
    Location:

    Durham

  9. Derwent Walk

    Type:
    Country / Royal Park
    Location:

    Shotley Bridge

  10. Weardale Railway

    Heritage railway (steam subject to availability) between Wolsingham and Stanhope in beautiful Weardale within the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Timetable enquiries - 01388 526203, www.weardale-railway.org.uk

    Type:
    Railway
    Location:

    Stanhope

  11. Causey Arch and Picnic Area

    The world's oldest surviving railway bridge (built 1725-26) stands over a rocky gorge. Woodland walks and access to Tanfield Railway.

    Type:
    Industrial Archaeology
    Location:

    Stanley

  12. Tweddle Children's Animal Farm

    A Children's Animal Farm and Petting Centre, with outdoor play area, picnic area, indoor school room and tearoom. Our animals include llamas, wallabies and friends.

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    Type:
    Farm
    Location:

    Blackhall Colliery

  13. Carricks Picnic Area

    Picnic area alongside the River Derwent near the head of the Derwent Reservoir.

    Type:
    Picnic Site
    Location:

    Edmundbyers

  14. Ruff 'N' Tumble Adventure World

    Ruff 'N' Tumble Adventure World provides a safe yet thrilling and exciting indoor play centre for children up to 12 years old.

    Type:
    Adventure Park / Playground
    Location:

    Newton Aycliffe

  15. Thorpe Farm Centre

    Family attraction including shop, cafe, bale maze, go-karts, falconry centre (Easter to mid September), animal paddocks, picnic area and reclamation barn. Please phone for opening times.

    Type:
    Farm
    Location:

    Greta Bridge

  16. Bowlees Visitor Centre

    Visitor centre housed in a Methodist chapel. Natural history displays which include geology, landscape, archaeology, flora, vegetation and wildlife.

    Type:
    Heritage / Visitor Centre
    Location:

    Middleton-in-Teesdale

  17. The Playshack

    Bright and spacious indoor soft play area housing multi-level play equipment and slides for children up to 12. Separate toddler area and football pitch.

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    Type:
    Adventure Park / Playground
    Location:

    Shildon

  18. Broom House Farm Adventure Trail

    Fun Adventure Farm. Woodland trails and adventure activities for all the family. Farm butchery. Coffee shop. Easter to October open weekends and school holidays.

    Type:
    Farm
    Location:

    Witton Gilbert

  19. Krazy Kingdom

    Family entertainment centre including soft play, ten pin bowling, electric go-carts, restaurant, themed parties and rooms. Also catering for special needs.

    Type:
    Adventure Park / Playground
    Location:

    Annfield Plain

  20. Durham Maze

    North East's largest natural maize maze with 10 planets hidden inside for you to discover. Pedal karts, penalty shoot out, adventure play also included.

    Type:
    Maze
    Location:

    Witton Gilbert

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