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  1. Add Old Durham Gardens to your Itinerary

    Old Durham Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    Garden

    Durham

    Old Durham Gardens can be found less than a mile east of Durham City Centre. The gardens can be reached through a number of walks, including a very pleasant route through Pelaw Woods and provide a charming public space for everyone to enjoy.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021Northern Saints Trails Passport
  2. Add Wharton Park to your Itinerary

    Wharton Park

    Type

    Type:

    Municipal Park

    Durham City

    This VisitEngland accredited attraction Wharton Park commands spectacular views across Durham City. The historic park now offers a brand new heritage centre and cafe, play area for all ages, an amphitheatre and miniature car track, multi-use games…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021Northern Saints Trails Passport
  3. Add Crook Hall Gardens to your Itinerary

    Crook Hall Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    National Trust

    Durham City

    The medieval hall merges into a Jacobean manor house, which in turn merges into a Georgian town house, reflecting its development over the centuries. The Hall provides a spectacular backdrop to the stunning 10-acre gardens, paddock and fields,…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
  4. Add Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Country Park & Nature Reserve to your Itinerary

    Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Country Park & Nature Reserve

    Type

    Type:

    Parkland / Woodland Garden

    ASHINGTON

    The country park, once the site of a colliery spoil heap, features a wide variety of wildlife in its woodland and 40-acre lake.

  5. Add Herrington Country Park to your Itinerary

    Herrington Country Park

    Type

    Type:

    Parkland / Woodland Garden

    HOUGHTON LE SPRING

    One of the largest parks in Sunderland with walks and cycle trails, family cycling with Sustrans, an adventure play area, skate boarding, Nordic walking, model boat sailing in the lake and a variety of sculptures that celebrate the heritage of the…

  6. Add Jarrow Hall to your Itinerary

    Jarrow Hall

    Type

    Type:

    Museum

    Church Bank, Jarrow

    Discover the amazing world of Anglo-saxon Northumbria. Set across 11 acres explore the life and legacy of Bede in our dedicated museum alongside a reconstructed Anglo-Saxon farm.

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021Northern Saints Trails Passport
  7. Add Washington Old Hall to your Itinerary

    Washington Old Hall

    Type

    Type:

    Historic House / Palace

    Washington

    At the heart of historic Washington village this picturesque stone manor house and its gardens provide a tranquil oasis, reflecting gentry life following the turbulence of the English Civil War.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2024to31 Mar 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

    Awards

    • Visit England Code of Practice 2014
  8. Add Jesmond Dene to your Itinerary

    Jesmond Dene

    Type

    Type:

    Parkland / Woodland Garden

    Newcastle Upon Tyne

    Jesmond Dene is a unique haven of peace and tranquillity for the people of Newcastle.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
  9. Add Ridley Park to your Itinerary

    Ridley Park

    Type

    Type:

    Parkland / Woodland Garden

    BLYTH

    Visit Ridley Park in Blyth for a great day out for the whole family.  The park is located near the centre of the Northumberland town with great transport links and recreational activities for all ages to enjoy.  With a water play area, woodland…

  10. Add Durham University Botanic Garden to your Itinerary

    Durham University Botanic Garden

    Type

    Type:

    Botanic Garden

    Durham City

    Set in countryside and mature woodland. Plant collections from North America, Himalayas and China, glasshouse rainforest and desert plants. Six Colin Wilbourne sculptures in landscaped garden.

    Dates

    From:
    8 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024

    Awards

    • Visit England VAQAS 2021VAQAS
    • Green Awards Green Tourism Business Scheme - Silver 2015Green Tourism Business Scheme - Silver
    • Visit England Quality Assured Visitor Attraction 2017Quality Assured Visitor Attraction
    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021Northern Saints Trails Passport
  11. Add Northumberland Coast National Landscape to your Itinerary

    Northumberland Coast National Landscape

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Routes

    Forty miles of the country’s most sublime coastline, protected as a pristine package of wondrous wildlife and history.

  12. Add Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens to your Itinerary

    Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    Museum

    SUNDERLAND

    Sunderland's history under one roof, dating from 1846 there are so many exhibits to keep you entertained. One of the most famous of these is Wallace, Wallace a Lion who was part of the wild animal show to visit Sunderland in 1800.  After Wallace's…

  13. Add Mountjoy to your Itinerary

    Mountjoy

    Type

    Type:

    Landmark

    Durham

    Rewarding climb to see Durham spread-eagled spectacularly below.

  14. Add Auckland Castle Deer House and Park to your Itinerary

    Auckland Castle Deer House and Park

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Site

    Bishop Auckland

    A charming Gothic Revival 'eyecatcher' built in 1760 in the park of the Bishops of Durham.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
  15. Add Souter Lighthouse and The Leas to your Itinerary

    Souter Lighthouse and The Leas

    Type

    Type:

    Lighthouse

    Whitburn

    A magnificent Lighthouse, family friendly and located on a beautiful stretch of coastline.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 17:00

    Awards

    • Visit England Code of Practice 2011
  16. Add Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens to your Itinerary

    Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    Historic House / Palace

    Durham

    Ushaw is set in the beautiful Durham countryside and houses architectural gems by Augustus Pugin and his followers. This amazing venue offers a wide variety of activities, events and exhibitions - something for all ages!

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 16:00

    Awards

    • Visit England VAQAS 2021VAQAS
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021Northern Saints Trails Passport
  17. Add Saltwell Park and Saltwell Towers to your Itinerary

    Saltwell Park and Saltwell Towers

    Type

    Type:

    Parkland / Woodland Garden

    Gateshead

    Saltwell Park, based in the heart of Gateshead, is one of Britain's finest examples of a Victorian Park. The park has seen an amazing transformation and has been restored to its Victorian splendour.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous Green Flag Award Winner 2007/8 2007
  18. Add Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre to your Itinerary

    Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre

    Type

    Type:

    Nature Reserve

    Low Hauxley, Morpeth

    The Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre is one of the best wildlife-watching spots in the North East. Right next to the beach, it offers fantastic views across the length of Druridge Bay and is internationally renowned for its birds.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Oct 2023to31 Mar 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00
    From:
    1 Apr 2024to30 Sept 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00