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Wallington

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Discover Wallington, home to generations of the unconventional Trevelyan family. Visit the magnificent estate where politics and play came together in the heart of Northumberland.

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Lindisfarne Castle

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From a former fort to the holiday home of a wealthy Edwardian bachelor seeking a quiet retreat from London, the idyllic location of the Castle has intrigued and inspired for centuries

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Cragside

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Cragside, the dream home of Lord and Lady Armstrong – a Victorian house that was light-years ahead of its time. The home of hydroelectricity, Lord and Lady Armstrong used their wealth, art and science in an ingenious way.

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Cherryburn

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From meeting the animals to venturing indoors to admire Thomas Bewick's original collection, this little beauty has plenty on offer. Take a seat outdoors and enjoy a picnic, see a printing demonstration, release your inner Bear Grylls or visit the bees at the hives.

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Theatre Royal Newcastle

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Newcastle’s Theatre Royal is one of only 9 Grade I listed theatre halls in England, the city’s theatre is often regarded as the finest theatre building in the country.

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Durham Cathedral

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Admissions: Free (suggested donation of £3), admission fee applies for Open Treasure exhibition

Durham Cathedral is one of the great buildings of Europe. Set grandly on a rocky promontory next to the Castle with the medieval city huddled below and the river sweeping round, the profile of the World Heritage Site is instantly recognisable to people travelling up and down the East Coast Main Line.

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Life Science Centre

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A visit to Life is a great day out for the whole family in Newcastle upon Tyne!

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Durham Cathedral

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Admissions: Free (suggested donation of £3), admission fee applies for Open Treasure exhibition

Durham Cathedral is one of the great buildings of Europe. Set grandly on a rocky promontory next to the Castle with the medieval city huddled below and the river sweeping round, the profile of the World Heritage Site is instantly recognisable to people travelling up and down the East Coast Main Line.

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Darlington Hippodrome

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Formerly Darlington Civic Theatre, this Grade II listed building has recently undergone some major restoration work and reopened as Darlington Hippodrome. It’s an Edwardian theatre with 21st century facilities and an expanded artistic programme.

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Dance City

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Dance City is a vibrant and friendly place where people come together to take part, enjoy, experience and talk about dance.

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Discovery Museum

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Admissions: Free

Immerse yourself in the history of Newcastle and Tyneside told through permanent displays and temporary exhibitions over three floors focusing on the area's martime, scientific and technological importance to Britain and the rest of the world.

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Durham City

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Durham is a historic city and the county town of County Durham in North East England. The city lies on the River Wear, to the west of Sunderland, south of Newcastle upon Tyne and to the north of Darlington.

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Durham Wildlife Trust - Low Barns Reserve

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Low Barns is one of the region’s most important wildlife sites, this wetland reserve, bordered by the River Wear, also contains mixed woodlands and species rich grasslands.

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Durham Wildlife Trust - Rainton Meadows Reserve

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Although a relatively new site Rainton Meadows has developed into a significant area for wildlife over the last 20 years. The wetlands and grasslands support a wide range of birds and over 200 species have been recorded.

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Dunstanburgh Castle

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Built on the most magnificent scale, Dunstanburgh Castle stands on a remote headland in Northumberland.

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Dewhirst Mill

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The Perfect Shopping Experience in the Heart of Northumberland.

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Durham City

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Bill Bryson called it ‘a perfect little city’ and Condé Nast’s Traveller magazine readers voted it the ‘Best city in the UK’

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Dalton and Gayles Village Hall

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Admissions: Admission costs dependent on events

Dalton and Gayles Village Hall has just finished the latest and most expensive renovation work in its illustrious history

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Durham County Council Pools

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Swimming is a great way for people of all ages and abilities to have fun, relax, compete, get fit, stay active and feel great.

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DFDS

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Located in North Shields, just outside of the city, the Newcastle ferry port is easy to access by car and by public transport, including a bus service from the city's Central Station. ​

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Deer Park

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The Prince Bishops created Auckland Park over 800 years ago as their own private hunting ground. It was one of the reasons why the Bishops of Durham chose to live at Auckland Castle, rather than in Durham City.

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PREVIEW: The Life Centre are over the Moon to safely welcome visitors back to Space Zone!

21st September 2020

by Whats on Northeast

All the stars of Space Zone are back, including Mission Control; a mock-up of the International Space Station that you can walk around inside; and the digital globe, The Sphere. Younger visitors can also enjoy the show Naughty Monsters Explore the Planets in the North's biggest planetarium (with socially distanced seating, of course).

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PREVIEW: Heritage Open Days 2020

14th September 2020

by Whats on Northeast

Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of history and culture, every year in September, places across the country throw open their doors to celebrate their heritage, community and history. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – and it’s all FREE.

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