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Museum
Wallsend
Segedunum Roman Fort is the gateway to Hadrian's Wall. Explore the excavated fort site, visit reconstructions of a Roman bath house, learn about the history of the area in the museum and enjoy the view from the 35 metre viewing tower.
Castle / Fort
Bishop Auckland
Remains of Commandant's house and neighbouring bath-house containing one of the best preserved examples of a hypocaust (underfloor heating system) in the whole of Britain.
Historic Site
Durham City
Raffaele Monti's statue of Charles William Vane Stewart, the 3rd Marquess of Londonderry.
Heritage / Visitor Centre
Sunderland
Discover how glass arrived in Britain, how it’s made and why Sunderland has such a rich glass making heritage here at National Glass Centre.
Beach
The rare cannonball limestone rock formations are found here with unique Spherical rocks that resemble cannon balls.
Historic Site
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
A visit to Newcastle wouldn't be complete with a wander to the foot of Grey's Monument in the heart of Newcastle city centre. Situated at the head of Newcastle's finest streets - Grey Street and Grainger Street - the striking monument is one of…
Historic Site
Durham City
The Town Hall has been central to life in Durham city for more than 650 years. Learn about the powerful Prince Bishops, the evolution of local government and the historic and ongoing roles of the Mayor and Mayor’s Bodyguard. Since the 14th Century…
Museum
ALNWICK
The hut is a mini-museum with photographs of the ferrymen, various images of old Alnmouth fishermen, information about the ferry, and assorted memorabilia.
Arts Centre
Newcastle Upon Tyne
BALTIC 39, a new cultural hub for contemporary art located on High Bridge in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne.
Railway
Gateshead
The Bowes Railway is the only operational and preserved standard gauge cable railway system in the world. Dating from 1826 and designed in part by George Stephenson, it was one of the world’s first modern railways.
Bridge
Sunderland
A through arch bridge spanning the River Wear in Sunderland, the current bridge was opened in 1929. It is the final bridge over the River Wear before reaching the North Sea.
Gallery
Sunderland
Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art has been bringing art from around the world to Sunderland and revealing the depth of talent in the North-East for 50 years.
A generous 3000 square foot new home for visual contemporary arts has been created,…
Marina
MORPETH
The beautiful harbourside area of the Northumberland coast.
Animal Collection
Washington
Whatever the season, come rain or shine – the award-winning WWT Washington Wetland Centre is the perfect place to connect with nature.
Forest
Hexham
Walking at Slaley Forest is the perfect way to get outdoors and explore some of the Pennines most beautiful landscapes.
Explore the forest on its forest paths that run from the car layby into the woodland.
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.
Museum
Durham City
Much of Durham’s history lies beneath our feet. Sometimes we can catch a glimpse of the past through the unique objects that are uncovered as the result of archaeological excavations, or are unearthed by chance by members of the public.
Cathedral / Minister
Sunderland
The Minster is a significant part of Sunderland’s heritage, dating as some suggest to as far back as 940AD. Rebuilt in the 20th century and following the grant of city status to Sunderland in 1992 the church was re-designated as ‘Sunderland Minster’…
Beach
Seaham
Experience the colourful and dramatic landscape of Durham’s Heritage Coast with its beaches, rugged cliffs and magnificent flora and fauna.
Church / Chapel
Jarrow
St Paul's Church has been a place of Christian prayer and worship for over 1300 years and is the starting point for the Way of Learning.
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Durham Cathedral, Durham County Council, Durham Diocese, Gateshead Council, Hartlepool Borough Council, Hexham Abbey, Newcastle City Council, NewcastleGateshead Initiative, North Tyneside Council, Northumberland County Council, Northumberland Tourism, South Tyneside Council, Sunderland City Council, Tees Valley Combined Authority, The Auckland Project and is part funded by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development.
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