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Church / Chapel
Shotley Bridge, Consett
The church, built of local stone, was designed by Mr. Ewan Christian (architect also of the National Portrait Gallery) and was inspired by a Swiss mountain chapel. Consecrated by Dr. Charles Baring, Bishop of Durham on 7th March 1867.
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.
Historic Site
Morpeth
The magnificent keep of Warkworth above the River Coquet, dominates one of the largest, strongest and most impressive fortresses in Northumberland. The castle's most famous owners were the Percy family, whose lion badge can be seen carved on many…
Cathedral / Minister
Durham City
Explore 2000 years of the North East’s history, culture and faith at Durham Cathedral Museum. Step into the octagonal Great Kitchen and get up close to iconic symbols of Durham, including the Sanctuary Ring and St Cuthbert’s Pectoral Cross.
Heritage / Visitor Centre
Durham City
Providing a perfect introduction to the Durham World Heritage Site for all ages, the visitor centre is the gateway to discovering what it is that makes Durham so significant, and what there is to see and do around the peninsula.
Church / Chapel
Durham City
Christchurch Durham is an Anglican Evangelical Church in Durham, please see website for more details.
Adventure Park / Playground
Langley Park
Diggerland is the UK’s most unique construction-themed adventure park where guests can drive, ride and operate earth-moving machinery in a safe and family friendly environment. There's one right here in Durham and you can save money off pay on the…
Castle / Fort
SUNDERLAND
A decorative gatehouse tower of a Castle. Built by Sir William Hylton shortly before 1400, this is the second oldest building in Sunderland.
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…
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.
Theatre
Tynemouth
Formed in 1946 the first plays were performed in Holy Saviour's Parish Hall. In 1972 after many successful and happy years it was possible for the club to find a more permanent home in the The Wesleyan Chapel in Percy Street. Visitors have…
Nature Reserve
Chilton Moor, Houghton le Spring
Rainton Meadows was created by the restoration of the Rye Hill Opencast coal mine in 1996 by UK Coal in partnership with Durham Wildlife Trust and the City of Sunderland.
Landmark
Morpeth
Cresswell Pele Tower was built in the 14th century as a defence against the notorious Border Reivers.
Gallery
Bishop Auckland
The Spanish Gallery is unique in Britain, telling the story of the Spanish Golden Age in the 16th and 17th centuries.
Historic Site
Durham City
Raffaele Monti's statue of Charles William Vane Stewart, the 3rd Marquess of Londonderry.
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.
Church / Chapel
WHITLEY BAY
12th Century private chapel for nearly 800 years. A parish church since 1891. Beautiful Anglo-Saxon, Norman and Georgian features.
Gallery
Newcastle upon Tyne
The Hatton Gallery's collection comprises over 3,000 works, including painting, sculpture, prints, and drawing, with pieces from the 14th century to the present day.
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.
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.
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