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less than 2 miles
The Spanish Gallery - The Auckland Project
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Gallery
Bishop Auckland
The Spanish Gallery is unique in Britain, telling the story of the Spanish Golden Age in the 16th and 17th centuries.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Trip Advisor Travellers Choice 2023 2023
Auckland Castle Deer House and Park
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Historic Site
Bishop Auckland
A charming Gothic Revival 'eyecatcher' built in 1760 in the park of the Bishops of Durham.
Auckland Tower - The Auckland Project
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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.
Bishop Auckland Town Hall
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Gallery
Bishop Auckland
Bishop Auckland Town Hall is a multi-purpose cultural venue situated in Bishop Auckland market place. It offers regular art exhibitions, live music, theatre and films as well as a café and library with free internet access and local history…
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021
Auckland Castle - The Auckland Project
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Castle / Fort
Bishop Auckland
Positioned high above the meandering River Wear, Auckland Castle was once home to the Prince Bishops of Durham, and was the place where they entertained, hunted and worshipped.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Trip Advisor Travellers Choice 2023 2023
Kynren - An Epic Tale of England
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Event Venue
Bishop Auckland
Two thousand years of history, myth and legend rush by in 90 minutes as we join young Arthur on his epic quest. Rebellions, wars, magic, majesty, celebration, and heartache are vividly portrayed in a dazzling outdoor-theatre spectacular.
Binchester Roman Fort
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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.
Mining Art Gallery - The Auckland Project
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Gallery
Bishop Auckland
With three permanent rooms and one temporary exhibition space on the ground floor, the gallery explores working life in the coal mines through original artefacts and artworks by prominent mining artists such as Tom McGuinness and Norman Cornish.
less than 5 miles
Durham Mining Museum
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Heritage / Visitor Centre
Spennymoor
Spennymoor Town Hall has it’s dedicated memorial to the works and lives lost during the mining period across County Durham. Events cover mining in the Northern part of England i.e. County Durham, Northumberland, Cumberland, Westmorland and the…
Locomotion
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Museum
Shildon
At Locomotion you can see highlights of the national collection of railway vehicles in the world’s first railway town.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Tourism Awards - Tourism Event of the Year - Bronze 2014
- Visit England Quality Assured Visitor Attraction 2017
- Regional and Miscellaneous Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence 2018
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
Spennymoor Town Hall Bob Abley Art Gallery
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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.
St Helen Auckland Parish Church
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Church / Chapel
Bishop Auckland
The 12thC church of St Helen. Daily Mass times: Sunday and Wednesday, Thursday 10:00, Monday 19:00, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday 09:30.
more than 5 miles
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.
WWT Washington Wetland Centre
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Animal Collection
Washington
Whatever the season, come rain or shine – the award-winning WWT Washington Wetland Centre is the perfect place to connect with nature.
Awards
- Green Awards Green Tourism Business Scheme - Silver 2014
- Visit England Code of Practice 2014
- Regional and Miscellaneous Tourism Awards 2009 - Bronze 2009
- Regional and Miscellaneous Tourism Awards 2011 - Gold 2011
- Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Tourism Awards - Sustainable Tourism Award - Bronze 2012
- Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Tourism Awards - Small Visitor Attraction of the Year Award - Gold 2014
- Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Tourism Awards - Small Visitor Attraction of the Year Award - Highly Commended 2013
St Bartholomews Church
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Church / Chapel
NEWBIGGIN-BY-THE-SEA
St Bartholomew’s Church is a Church of England building within the Diocese of Newcastle.
Dance City
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Theatre
Newcastle upon Tyne
Dance City welcomes all kinds of people with a passion for all kinds of dance and offers classes and performances in contemporary salsa, tango, ballet, tap, jazz, break dance and much, much more.
Hatton Gallery
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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.
Awards
- Visit England Code of Practice 2014
- Green Awards Green Tourism Business Scheme - Awaiting Grading 2014
Mere Knolls Cemetery
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Cemetery / Mausoleum
SUNDERLAND
Opened in 1856 and now covering a holdin of 42 acres, many notable people are laid to rest here including Robert Thompson, Sir Robert Thompson, Lawrence Dickse and John Harkness. More information can be found here ->>https://www.sunderland.gov…
Heugh Gun Battery Museum
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Museum
Hartlepool
The Heugh (pronounced "Yuff") Gun Battery is a site of great significance in terms of both history and poignancy. A surviving 19thC coastal battery, complete with WW1 and WW2 modifications.
Durham Cathedral
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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.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021