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St Giles Church
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Church / Chapel
Gilesgate, Durham
St. Giles’ has been a place for people to meet and worship for over 900 years. See website for further information about the life of our church, from regular services to special events.
St Mary’s Well
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Church / Chapel
Gainford
St Mary's Church dates from the 13th Century. The Church is a Grade I listed building and stands on the site of an early 8th century Anglo-Saxon monastery. Next to the church is a Holy Well or Sacred Spring. A flowing spring comes from the old wall…
High Force Waterfall
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Natural Feature
Forest in Teesdale
High Force is one of the most impressive waterfalls in England. The River Tees has been plunging into this gorge for thousands of years but the rocks it reveals are far more ancient – with origins dating back over 300 million yrs.
Awards
- Visit England VAQAS 2021
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens
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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…
The Word, National Centre for the Written Word
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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…
Hartlepool Marina
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Marina
Hartlepool
Hartlepool Marina is one of the most modern marina facilities in Europe, attracting hundreds of vessels, the marina is Hartlepool's most alluring and relaxing locations. High fashion, waterside restaurants and romantic promenades.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Tourism Awards 2010 - Bronze 2010
Newbiggin Maritime Centre
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Museum
Newbiggin by the Sea
Newbiggin Maritime Centre, the newest attraction on the beautiful Northumberland coastline, offers a unique experience for visitors. Telling the story of a community’s life by the sea.
Beaurepaire Manor House
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Historic Site
Durham
Ruins of a medieval manor house used as a medieval country retreat for the Priors of Durham. Dates from mid 13th century. .
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021
Bede Memorial Cross
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Landmark
Sunderland
The Bede Memorial Cross has carvings on all sides that are in the style of original Anglo Saxon stone carvings, made when Bede was alive. The images on the cross represent the many parts of Bede’s life, including his work, his friends, and his…
Tynemouth Priory Theatre
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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…
St Pauls Church and Monastic Site
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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.
Awards
- Visit England Code of Practice 2012
Fenwick Gallery
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Gallery
Warkworth, MORPETH
Boasts an enviable reputation for representing some of the UK's finest contemporary artists and designers. An exciting collection of paintings, prints, ceramics, glass, sculpture, jewellery and textiles from artists with unique skills.
Coquet Island
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Natural Feature
MORPETH
Coquet Island is a Royal Society for the Protection of Birds managed nature reserve. It is a safe haven for for Puffins, Terns, and Seals.
Watch House Museum
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Museum
Seaton Sluice
The Watch House on Rocky Island in Seaton Sluice was opened on 14th January 1880, built for the Seaton Sluice Volunteer Life-Saving Company which was founded earlier in 1876. The building served as an auxiliary coast guard station until 1990. At the…
Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art
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Gallery
Sunderland
Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art has been bringing art from around the world to Sunderland and revealing the depth of talent in the North-East for 50 years.
A generous 3000 square foot new home for visual contemporary arts has been created,…
St John the Evangelist, Castleside
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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.
Monkwearmouth Station Fans Museum
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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.
Waddington Street United Reformed Church
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Church / Chapel
Durham
A congregation made up of all sorts of people from Durham and the surrounding area. We meet to worship God, to share fellowship, and to try to live out God's mission in the world.
Herrington Hill Nature Reserve
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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…
Souter Lighthouse and The Leas
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Lighthouse
Whitburn
A magnificent Lighthouse, family friendly and located on a beautiful stretch of coastline.
Awards
- Visit England Code of Practice 2011