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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.
Gallery
WHITLEY BAY
Gallery times may vary dependent on weather and the gallery has artist studios therefore the gallery may be open when the studios are being used.
The gallery opened in 2016 with the hope of attracting visitors to the region and add to the other…
Museum
Sunderland
Housed in the former Monkwearmouth Station museum. The Fans Museum has an outstanding collection of SAFC memorabilia as well as that of national and international clubs.
Museum
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.
Historic Site
South Shields
Arbeia is the best reconstruction of a Roman fort in Britain and offers visitors a unique insight into the every day life of the Roman army, from the soldier in his barrack room to the commander in his luxurious house.
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.
Heritage / Visitor Centre
Bishop Auckland
Auckland Tower is the perfect place to get a feel for The Auckland Project, the stunning setting, and to pick up everything you’ll need for your day of exploration.
Museum
Beamish
Discover an amazing journey through time at Beamish Museum as you travel back in time to the 1820s, early 1900s, 1940s and 1950s and become immersed in real, living history.
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.
Castle / Fort
Newcastle upon Tyne
Explore
Steeped in history, this imposing Norman fortress is a rugged reminder of northern England’s turbulent past.
Newcastle Castle is where the story of Newcastle began and the reason it got its name.
Museum
Hexham
The Vindolanda site today contains a modern world class museum using the latest interpretation techniques and display to tell a very old, very interesting Roman story.
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.
Historic House / Palace
Newcastle upon Tyne
Discover Jacobean domestic architecture at the 16th and 17th Century Bessie Surtees House in the heart of Newcastle. Plan your trip with NewcastleGateshead.
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.
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.
Museum
North Shields
Re-live the glorious days of the steam railway at Stephenson Steam Railway in North Shields.
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.
Cathedral / Minister
Newcastle upon Tyne
St Nicholas Cathedral has been the home of a caring and worshipping community for over 900 years, offering visitors beautiful architecture and a place of serenity.
Sightseeing
Gateshead
The Gateshead Angel of the North is Britain's largest sculpture. Find travel information and directions to the Angel of the North.
The Northern Saints Project is a Visit County Durham initiative supported by:
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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