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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…
Church / Chapel
Chilton Moor, Houghton-le-Spring
Originally dedicated in 1876 and designed by renowned architect George Gilbert Scott Junior, St. Andrew’s is a light and airy church serving the villages of Chilton Moor and Fencehouses, formerly mining communities.
Beach
South Shields
Sandhaven Beach is an awarding winning blue flag beach, offering a traditional seaside experience. From building sand castles and exploring rock pools to surfing and Windsurfing, there's plenty to keep all the family entertained.
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.
Family Activity Centre
Durham City
Bertie's Play Village is a children’s stay-and-play facility that offers children, parents and families a place to take a break from their shopping trip at Prince Bishops Place.
Historic House / Palace
Durham
Ushaw is set in the beautiful Durham countryside and houses architectural gems by the Pugin family. This amazing venue offers a wide variety of activities, events and exhibitions - something for all ages!
Parkland / Woodland Garden
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Jesmond Dene is a unique haven of peace and tranquillity for the people of Newcastle.
Gallery
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Side Gallery is committed to exhibiting the best in international humanist documentary, its concerns rooted in a long-term engagement with working class, marginalised and threatened communities in the North of England – and by extension with the…
Beach
Seaham
Experience the colourful and dramatic landscape of Durham’s Heritage Coast with its beaches, rugged cliffs and magnificent flora and fauna.
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,…
Cathedral / Minister
Durham City
Thought by many to be the finest example of Norman church architecture in England, with the tombs of St Cuthbert and The Venerable Bede. Please check opening times before travelling.
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.
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.
Sports Ground
Newcastle upon Tyne
A tour of St James' Park will take you on an amazing journey through the history of Newcastle United. Your knowledgeable tour guide will show you many areas you will never have seen before.
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.
Nature Reserve
New Herrington
Extensive area of magnesium limestone grassland with classic indicator species that define this rare plant community. Meadow Brown and Common Blue butterflies are abundant during the summer months, with Linnet, Yellowhammer and Common Whitethroat…
Natural Feature
MORPETH
Coquet Island is a Royal Society for the Protection of Birds managed nature reserve. It is a safe haven for Puffins, Terns, and Seals.
Walking Routes
Forty miles of the country’s most sublime coastline, protected as a pristine package of wondrous wildlife and history.
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.
Church / Chapel
Jarrow
The home of the Venerable Bede, St Paul's is one of the best understood Monastic sites and along with St Peter's has been short-listed as a World Heritage Site.
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