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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…
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,…
Gallery
Bishop Auckland
With three permanent rooms and one temporary exhibition space on the ground floor, the gallery explores working life in the coal mines through original artefacts and artworks by prominent mining artists such as Tom McGuinness and Norman Cornish.
Gallery
Gateshead
BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art is currently closed in response to the current Covid-19 pandemic. We will keep you updated as the situation changes. Housed in a landmark industrial building on the south bank of the River Tyne in Gateshead, BALTIC…
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.
Heritage / Visitor Centre
Spennymoor
Spennymoor Town Hall has it’s dedicated memorial to the works and lives lost during the mining period across County Durham. Events cover mining in the Northern part of England i.e. County Durham, Northumberland, Cumberland, Westmorland and the…
Gallery
Newcastle upon Tyne
The Laing Art Gallery is home to an important collection of 18th and 19th century painting, which is shown alongside temporary exhibitions of historic and contemporary art.
Museum
Newcastle upon Tyne
You can learn all about life in the Newcastle and Tyneside area along with eye-catching displays of area history and a fun array of group activities.
Indoor Attraction
Hexham
Experience first hand what life was really like for prisoners in the 1300s. Find out more about the Border Reivers – local families including the Charltons, Dodds, Milburns and Robsons, famous for causing trouble.
We house a wide variety of books,…
Historic Ship
Maritime Avenue, Hartlepool
HMS Trincomalee, built in 1817, is one of the oldest ship afloat in Europe.
Come aboard for a unique experience of Navy life 2 centuries ago.
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.
Museum
South Shields
South Shields Museum & Art Gallery explores the story of South Tyneside through sensational displays, hands-on exhibits and stunning art. Visit our latest gallery, Changing Faces, see snakes and spiders in Creature Corner and relax in the new cafe.
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.
Historic Site
The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hadrian's Wall is the perfect day out. Explore its ancient archaeology. Find out more at NewcastleGateshead today.
Family Activity Centre
South Shields
The Word, National Centre for the Written Word is South Tyneside's new state-of-the-art cultural venue which has a lot to offer! The spectacular building opened in October 2016.
The building is brimming with exciting new experiences, activities…
Gallery
Spennymoor
The Gallery houses a permanent collection of art, including paintings by Norman Cornish, as well as being host to at least six exhibitions a year.
Heritage / Visitor Centre
Oakwellgate, Gateshead
The Heritage Centre is based within the former St Mary’s Church which dates from the 12th century and is a Grade 1 listed building.
Gallery
Newcastle upon Tyne
The Biscuit Factory is the UK’s largest independent art, craft and design gallery set in the heart of Newcastle’s cultural quarter.
Museum
Hartlepool
The Heugh (pronounced "Yuff") Gun Battery is a site of great significance in terms of both history and poignancy. A surviving 19thC coastal battery, complete with WW1 and WW2 modifications.
Historic Ship
Hartlepool
A fascinating journey through time, set in an authentically-created historic quayside of the 1800s.
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