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Arbeia Roman Fort and Museum
Open: Monday - Sunday
Admissions: Free (donations welcome)
Standing above the entrance to the River Tyne, Arbeia Roman Fort guarded the main sea route to Hadrian's Wall. Step into the Fort and immerse yourself in the world of the Romans right in the heart of South Shields.
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Arts Centre Washington
Open: Event dependent
Admissions: Event dependent
Arts Centre Washington exists to provide a mixed programme of artistic events and activities for all members of its community to experience and participate in the arts. Events include theatre, music, dance and comedy with Saturday nights in the Low Barn playing host to the award winning Davy Lamp Folk Club.
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Auckland Castle
Open: Castle currently closed for renovation
Admissions: See venue website for admissions details
A symbol of power and authority, Auckland Castle was built as one of the primary castles and hunting lodges of the Prince Bishop of Durham. Positioned high above the meandering River Wear, Auckland Castle offers commanding views of the surrounding countryside.
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Azure Garden Centre, Cramlington
Open: Monday - Saturday 9am - 5pm, Sunday 10.30am - 4.30pm
Admissions: Free
Azure provides a wide range of services to people with disability throughout the North East. Their mission is 'Improving the lives of people who are disabled or disadvantaged'.
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Barningham Village Hall
Open: Event dependent
Admissions: Event dependent
Barningham is a picturesque village on the edge of rolling moor land. It is located to the south of the A66 between Barnard Castle and Scotch Corner. The village is dominated by its huge greens and boasts beautiful views of North Yorkshire and across Teesdale to the Stanhope Moors.
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Bellingham Camping and Caravanning Club Site
Open: Open 1 March 2016 - 4 January 2017 and 1 March 2017 - 4 January 2018
Admissions: See venue website for pricing details
Located in the Northumberland National Park and Northumberland International Dark Sky Park – considered to be the most tranquil place in the UK – our Bellingham Club campsite will appeal to campers looking for relaxing break as well as those seeking adventure.
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Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens
Open: See venue website for opening times
Admissions: See venue website for admissions details
Lose yourself at Belsay with its unique combination of Grecian architecture, medieval ruins, formal terraces and lush jungle-esque Quarry Garden. Soak up the sights and smells of our heritage gardens, roam the fabulous pillars in the grand hall, and enjoy wonderful views from the top of the castle tower.
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Berwick Museum & Art Gallery
Open: 1 April - 30 September 2017 // Wednesday – Saturday 1100 – 1700 and Sunday 1100 - 1600
Admissions: See the website for more details
Have fun and learn about the history of Berwick-Upon-Tweed as you walk through the alleys of the old town recreated in the Window on Berwick displays.
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Bishop Auckland Town Hall
Open: Event dependent
Admissions: Event dependent
Every possible strand of the arts is represented in our comprehensive arts programme. Theatre, music, literature, dance, visual arts and crafts are all featured on a regular basis and there is a constant programme of events for children, people with special needs and specific interest groups.
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Blanchland
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Built with stones from the remains of the 12th century Blanchland Abbey is picturesque Blanchland. Surrounded by magnificent fells, Blanchland straddles the Northumberland and Durham border in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
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Bowes and Gilmonby Parish Hall
Open: Event dependent
Admissions: Event dependent
Bowes and Gilmonby Parish Hall was opened on 24th April 1963 and was built by the farming community for the community. The size and layout of Bowes Village Hall make it an ideal choice for private and business functions.
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Brinkburn Priory
Open: See venue website for opening times
Admissions: See venue website for admissions details
Picturesquely set by a bend in the River Coquet, the beautiful 12th century church of the Augustinian priory of Brinkburn survives completely roofed and restored.
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Cherryburn
Open: See venue website for admissions details
Admissions: See venue website for admissions details
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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CIRCA Projects, Newcastle
Open: See website for opening times
Admissions: See venue website for opening times
CIRCA Projects is a non-profit arts organisation, active since 2009, that produces contemporary art exhibitions and events for audiences in the north east of England.
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Corbridge Roman Town - Hadrian's Wall
Open: See venue website for opening times
Admissions: See venue website for admissions details
Not all the sites on Hadrian's Wall were heavily guarded fortresses. Corbridge was once a bustling town and supply base where Romans and civilians would pick up food and provisions. It remained a vibrant community right up until the end of Roman Britain in the early years of the 5th century.
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Cragside
Open: See venue website for opening times
Admissions: See venue website for admission details
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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Darlington Hippodrome
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Admissions: Event dependent
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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Discovery Museum
Open: See venue website for opening times
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 Cathedral
Open: See venue website for opening times
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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Durham Town Hall
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Admissions: Entry is free
The Town Hall has been central to life in Durham city for more than 650 years. Learn about the powerful Prince Bishops, the evolution of local government and the historic and ongoing roles of the Mayor and Mayor’s Bodyguard.
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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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Gala Theatre and Cinema
Open: Event dependent
Admissions: Event dependent
The centrepiece of Durham’s arts programme, the Gala Theatre is situated in a beautiful, purpose-built, £15m building on the banks of the river Wear in the heart of this historic city. The venue houses a state-of-the-art modern theatre, spacious and comfortable café-bar, two cinema screens and superb conference facilities.
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Great North Museum - Hancock
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The Great North Museum: Hancock was purpose built in Newcastle as a natural history museum in 1884 to house the growing collections of the Natural History Society of Northumbria. Is is a popular free family destination with a varying programme of exhibitions, expert talks, courses and activities for children.
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Hamsterley Village Hall
Open: Event dependent
Admissions: Event dependent
The village hall was originally built as a school in 1822 and was converted to a village hall in 1967. The size and layout of the Hamsterley Village Hall make it an ideal choice for private and business functions.
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Hatchet Harry's
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Admissions: Tuesday – Thursday: £19.99 per person / Friday – Saturday: £24.99 per person (Currently allowing groups of no more than 6 to adhere to social distancing guidelines)
A unique Urban Axe Throwing venue in the centre of Newcastle that offers a fun and exciting experience for all...
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Hatton Gallery
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The Hatton Gallery is Newcastle University's art gallery in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. It is based in the University's Fine Art Building. The Hatton Gallery closes in February 2016 for a £3.5 million redevelopment and will reopen in 2017.
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Head of Steam - Darlington Railway Museum
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Head of Steam, formerly known as the Darlington Railway Centre and Museum, is a railway museum that is located on the 1825 route of the Stockton and Darlington Railway, which was the world's first steam-powered passenger railway.
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INNSiDE Newcastle
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Located on part of the city’s historical Quayside, enjoy panoramic views of the Tyne from our open living lounge and outdoor terrace
The perfect spot for culture, shopping, nights out for a relaxing leisure stay. Minutes’ walk from Eldon Square and the vibrant city centre. Easy access to the metro for further attractions and shopping, such as the Intu MetroCentre
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Laing Art Gallery
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The Laing Art Gallery on New Bridge Street is home to an impressive collection of art and sculpture with it's programme of displays and events renowned for bringing the biggest names in historic, modern and contemporary art to the North East.
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Lindisfarne Priory
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Cross the dramatic causeway to reach the island of Lindisfarne, on a journey that will stay in your memory forever. Follow in the footsteps of the ancient monks who built their priory here nearly 1,400 years ago, and explore the wild coastal beauty of Holy Island.
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Mickleton Village Hall
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Mickleton Village Hall was built in 1993, on the site of the no-longer-habitable 100 year old Church Institute. It's a full-sized, award winning hall, built in one year entirely by the enthusiastic efforts of virtually everyone in the village.
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Mining Art Gallery
Open: Open daily from 10am to 4pm
Admissions: Various admission costs
With three permanent galleries and one temporary exhibition space on the ground floor, the gallery explores working life in the coalmines through original artefacts and artwork from prominent mining artists such as Tom McGuinness and Norman Cornish.
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Newcastle City Library
Open: Monday-Sunday
Admissions: Free
The new City Library building is named Charles Avison Building after the 18th century Newcastle composer. On Sunday 21 June 2009 the building was formally dedicated by Dr Herbert Loebl who unveiled a plaque in the library as part of the Avison Ensemble Young Musicians Awards.
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Newcastle Racecourse
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Newcastle Racecourse is one of the most popular tracks in the UK. As well as first class racing, High Gosforth Park Estate is home to the Brandling House Conference & Banqueting facilities, Parklands Golf Complex, Goals Soccer Centre, and the Border Minstrel Public House.
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Oriental Museum, Durham University
Open: Open all year, various times
Admissions: Various
‘The Orient’ is not an area with defined geographical boundaries. The term can mean widely differing things to different people. In the case of the Oriental Museum, the definition is a wide one indeed, with the collections covering a huge area from North Africa to South East Asia. This is the legacy of the origins or the Oriental Museum in the teaching of oriental languages at Durham University.
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Palace Green Library
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Admissions: See https://www.dur.ac.uk/palace.green/visit/admission/ for details on admission prices
Today, Palace Green Library is a place for visitors and researchers to explore both the University’s treasures and collections from around the world.
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Porters Café & Music Bar
Open: 08:30 - 15:00 most days
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A place to relax and enjoy the papers over coffee, to meet friends for lunch or afternoon tea, be part of the hurly burly at weekends when the antique market takes over the station platform or enjoy one of the many music nights.
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Prudhoe Castle
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Prudhoe Castle has many a story to tell so a family day out to this Northumberland fortress is truly worthwhile. Have a picnic and take in the surroundings, browse in the shop or explore the keep, great hall and towered walls enclosing a fine Georgian mansion.
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Seaton Delaval Hall
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Whether you’re taking in the sweeping landscape, admiring the collection in the furnished West Wing, soaking up the fire-scarred grandeur and atmosphere of the Central Hall or relaxing in the gardens there’s something very special to discover at Seaton Delaval Hall.
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South Shields Museum and Art Gallery
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The museum is spread over two floors telling the story of the borough's social, industrial and maritime history from 4,000 years ago to the present day through a range of displays, exhibitions and nationally significant works of art.
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Stockton-on-Tees
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Stockton plays host to plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. From the thrill of the white water rafting course at Tees Barrage to the peace and tranquillity of country parks such as Ropner Park, Billingham Beck Park or Preston Hall Park & Museum.
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The Stand Comedy Club
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Built on the success of sister venues in Edinburgh and Glasgow, regarded by many as the best comedy clubs in the country, The Stand Newcastle is already recognised as one of the best venues in the North East for comedy, by punters and comedians alike.
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Tyneside Cinema
Open: Monday - Saturday: 10:00am to 11:00pm / Sunday: 11:00am to 11:00pm
Admissions: Various admission costs
Independent specialised film theatre, art gallery, cultural venue and heritage attraction - Tyneside Cinema is one of the North East's most loved institutions.
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West Auckland Memorial Community Centre
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The Memorial Community Centre was built in 1925 as a fitting memorial to the men of West Auckland who died in the 1914 - 1918 war. Since then the original hall has been renovated and built on, and now offers a welcoming venue for residents of West Auckland and the surrounding areas.
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Wynyard Hall
Open: See the Wynyard Hall website for exact opening times for various facilities.
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Situated on the outskirts of Durham in the Tees Valley, this striking four-star hotel provides an exceptional experience – where exquisite charm meets contemporary comfort.
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