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  1. Add DLI Collection at Sevenhills to your Itinerary

    DLI Collection at Sevenhills

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    Type:

    Military

    Spennymoor

    The Durham Light Infantry Collection has moved to Sevenhills at Spennymoor. The dedicated research and study area is open by appointment Tuesday and Thursdays, 10 am – 3 pm. Appointments can also be made to view objects.

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021Northern Saints Trails Passport

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  1. Add Auckland Tower - The Auckland Project to your Itinerary

    Auckland Tower - The Auckland Project

    Type

    Type:

    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.

  2. Add Auckland Castle - The Auckland Project to your Itinerary

    Auckland Castle - The Auckland Project

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    Type:

    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 2023Trip Advisor Travellers Choice 2023
  3. Add Kynren - An Epic Tale of England to your Itinerary

    Kynren - An Epic Tale of England

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    Type:

    Event Venue

    Bishop Auckland

    From daylight to starlight watch legends come to life in a thrilling tale told on an epic scale - 2,000 years in the making. Unique in the UK, this world-class performance takes place on a 7.5-acre outdoor stage complete with its own lake and…

  4. Add Durham University Botanic Garden to your Itinerary

    Durham University Botanic Garden

    Type

    Type:

    Botanic Garden

    Durham City

    Set in countryside and mature woodland. Plant collections from North America, Himalayas and China, glasshouse rainforest and desert plants. Six Colin Wilbourne sculptures in landscaped garden.

    Awards

    • Visit England VAQAS 2021VAQAS
    • Green Awards Green Tourism Business Scheme - Silver 2015Green Tourism Business Scheme - Silver
    • Visit England Quality Assured Visitor Attraction 2017Quality Assured Visitor Attraction
    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021Northern Saints Trails Passport
  5. Add Durham University Oriental Museum to your Itinerary

    Durham University Oriental Museum

    Type

    Type:

    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.

    Awards

    • Visit England VAQAS 2021VAQAS
    • Green Awards Green Tourism Business Scheme - Gold 2015Green Tourism Business Scheme - Gold
    • Visit England Quality Assured Visitor Attraction 2017Quality Assured Visitor Attraction
    • Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Small Visitor Attraction of the Year Highly Commended 2015North East England Small Visitor Attraction of the Year Highly Commended
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence 2018Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021Northern Saints Trails Passport
  6. Add Auckland Castle Deer House and Park to your Itinerary

    Auckland Castle Deer House and Park

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Site

    Bishop Auckland

    A charming Gothic Revival 'eyecatcher' built in 1760 in the park of the Bishops of Durham.

  7. Add Escomb Saxon Church to your Itinerary

    Escomb Saxon Church

    Type

    Type:

    Church / Chapel

    Bishop Auckland

    One of England's finest Saxon churches, Escomb dates to the 7thC and contains a Roman arch and stonework. If locked keys available from 28 Saxon Green (daily 9-6 during summer and 9-4 during winter).

  8. Add Binchester Roman Fort to your Itinerary

    Binchester Roman Fort

    Type

    Type:

    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.

more than 5 miles

  1. Add Roker Pier and Lighthouse to your Itinerary

    Roker Pier and Lighthouse

    Type

    Type:

    Landmark

    Sunderland

    Roker Pier and Lighthouse are a Grade ll listed building which opened in 1903. The original lantern was gas powered, emitting a 45,000 candlepower reflected beam reputedly visible for over 15 miles out to sea.

  2. Add Tynemouth Aquarium to your Itinerary

    Tynemouth Aquarium

    Type

    Type:

    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!

    Awards

    • Visit England Code of Practice 2012
  3. Add Church of Our Lady to your Itinerary

    Church of Our Lady

    Type

    Type:

    Church / Chapel

    WHITLEY BAY

    12th Century private chapel for nearly 800 years.  A  parish church since 1891. Beautiful Anglo-Saxon, Norman and Georgian features.

  4. St Mary’s Well

    Add St Mary’s Well to your Itinerary

    St Mary’s Well

    Type

    Type:

    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…

  5. Add North Pennines National Landscape to your Itinerary

    North Pennines National Landscape

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Routes

    The North Pennines National Landscape is one of the most beautiful and unspoilt parts of England. As well as being a National Landscape, the North Pennines is also a UNESCO Global Geopark – an accolade awarded to areas across the world with…

    Awards

    • Green Awards Green Tourism Business Scheme - Gold 2014Green Tourism Business Scheme - Gold
  6. Add Newcastle United Football Club to your Itinerary

    Newcastle United Football Club

    Type

    Type:

    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.

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Tourism Awards - Business Tourism Award - Silver 2013North East England Tourism Awards - Business Tourism Award - Silver
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021Northern Saints Trails Passport

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