The Word, National Centre for the Written Word
South Shields
Tyne And Wear
NE33 1JF
Tel: 0191 427 1818
Tel: 0191 427 1818
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St Paul's Church has been a place of Christian prayer and worship for over 1300 years and…
Discover the amazing world of Anglo-saxon Northumbria. Set across 11 acres explore the…
Lost World Adventure Golf is the perfect place for a trip out with the family!
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Discover the dramatic cliffs and bays with stacks and caves at Marsden Bay for the…
Re-live the glorious days of the steam railway at Stephenson Steam Railway in North…
The Watch House was designed by Frank West Rich. A pre-existing clock tower was…
Specialists in rentals, tours, lessons and repairs, the choice is yours how you want to…
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In the heart of Whitley Bay, the Jam Jar Cinema offers the best in local, friendly,…
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A magnificent Lighthouse, family friendly and located on a beautiful stretch of coastline.
PLAYHOUSE Whitley Bay offers a wide range of entertainment, including comedy, dance,…
Completed in 1910, ‘The Dome’ became a hub of activity and interest. Work has been…
Opened in 1856 and now covering a holdin of 42 acres, many notable people are laid to…
A decorative gatehouse tower of a Castle. Built by Sir William Hylton shortly before…
Lighthouse, bird-watching hide and visitor centre are all open to the public. Permanent…
St Andrew's Church is of international importance, the interior has many treasures…
The Bede Memorial Cross has carvings on all sides that are in the style of original Anglo…
An impressive two span cable stayed bridge and A-frame pylon rising to 344ft to cross the…
A wonderful park connecting directly to the beach. Family fun with tennis courts,…
Roker Pier and Lighthouse are a Grade ll listed building which opened in 1903. The…
The Stadium of Light is home to Sunderland AFC's Black Cats. Tours are available all…
Jesmond Dene is a unique haven of peace and tranquillity for the people of Newcastle.
Gallery times may vary dependent on weather and the gallery has artist studios therefore…
Pets Corner in Jesmond Dene, is a popular, family-friendly attraction. See alpacas,…
The Watch House on Rocky Island in Seaton Sluice was opened on 14th January 1880, built…
Housed in the former Monkwearmouth Station museum. The Fans Museum has an outstanding…
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Jesmond or Jesus' mound was an important place of pilgrimage, it centred around St Mary’s…
Seaton Delaval may have been one of the architect Sir John Vanbrugh’s smallest country…
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12th Century private chapel for nearly 800 years. A parish church since 1891. Beautiful…
A through arch bridge spanning the River Wear in Sunderland, the current bridge was…
Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art has been bringing art from around the world to…
The Biscuit Factory is the UK’s largest independent art, craft and design gallery set in…
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The Minster is a significant part of Sunderland’s heritage, dating as some suggest to as…
BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art is currently closed in response to the current…
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Whatever the season, come rain or shine – the award-winning WWT Washington Wetland Centre…
Sunderland's history under one roof, dating from 1846 there are so many exhibits to keep…
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The Laing Art Gallery is home to an important collection of 18th and 19th century…
Side Gallery is committed to exhibiting the best in international humanist documentary,…
Discover Jacobean domestic architecture at the 16th and 17th Century Bessie Surtees House…
See a large-scale, interactive model of Hadrian's Wall, major new displays showing the…
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