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Historic House / Palace
Washington
At the heart of historic Washington village this picturesque stone manor house and its gardens provide a tranquil oasis, reflecting gentry life following the turbulence of the English Civil War.
Church / Chapel
NEWBIGGIN-BY-THE-SEA
St Bartholomew’s Church is a Church of England building within the Diocese of Newcastle.
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
Durham City
Explore Ancient Egypt and Western Asia, the Himalayas, China, Japan, Korea and Southeast Asia all in one museum. The Oriental Museum is devoted to the art and archaeology of the great cultures of North Africa and Asia.
Abbey / Priory
Durham City
The very extensive remains of a 13thC priory, founded on the site of a retired pirate's hermitage.
Church / Chapel
Durham
Please see website for full list of services and events :- http://cuthbertandaidan.durhamnorthteam.org/
Beach
BLYTH
The popular South Beach, a wonderful stretch of golden sand and home to 20 brightly coloured beach huts. Close to the beach there is a large children's play area.
Sports Ground
Newcastle upon Tyne
Any visitor to NewcastleGateshead who surveys the city skyline, can be left in little doubt as to one of the overriding passions of the region. St James' Park is home to Newcastle United and the ground towers over the city.
Landmark
Cullercoats
The Watch House was designed by Frank West Rich. A pre-existing clock tower was incorporated in the design. The Cullercoats Volunteer Life Brigade, was formed after 1864 and the Watch House constructed between 1877 and 1879. The duty of the Life…
Sightseeing
Kelloe
Throughout Kelloe there are a number of fascinating sculptures.
Church / Chapel
Durham
St Oswald’s is an Anglican church in the centre of the beautiful university and cathedral city of Durham.
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
Discover the hidden history of Durham Cathedral with one of our regular guided tours. Tours are available Monday to Saturday and last for approximately 1 hour. Tickets can be purchased from the Information Desk at the back of the Cathedral on the…
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.
Walking Routes
Forty miles of the country’s most sublime coastline, protected as a pristine package of wondrous wildlife and history.
Historic Site
Bishop Auckland
A charming Gothic Revival 'eyecatcher' built in 1760 in the park of the Bishops of Durham.
Church / Chapel
Chester-le-Street
The cathedral church and shrine of St Cuthbert from AD883 to 995 with attached anchorage containing displays on Roman, Saxon and medieval times.
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.
Aquarium
Tynemouth
Situated on the sea front at Tynemouth, Tynemouth Aquarium is the perfect attraction for when the rain interferes with your trip to the beach!
Boat Trip
Durham City
The Prince Bishop River Cruiser offers cruises with spectacular views of historic Durham City, Cathedral, Castle and Bridges and evening cruises with a difference twelve months of the year.
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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