Crook Hall and Gardens
(4 Miles)*
Crook Hall built in the 13th century is one of the oldest inhabited houses in Durham. The Hall is a jumble of buildings reflecting its historical development.
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Durham Castle
(5 Miles)*
Durham Castle dates from 1072 and was the seat of the Prince Bishops of Durham until 1832.
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WWT Washington Wetland Centre
(5 Miles)*
Explore a diverse mix of wetland, woodland and wildlife reserve at WWT Washington Wetland Centre - one of the North East's biggest conservation success stories.
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North East Aircraft Museum
(7 Miles)*
The North of England's Premier Aviation Collection. Classic aircraft on display include : Avro Vulcan, Hawker Hunter and Falklands veteran - the Pusara. Over 30 aircraft and a collection of aeroengines all under cover.
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Monkwearmouth Station Museum
(7 Miles)*
The museum is housed in an outstanding grade 2* listed 1840s station building commissioned by the famous railway entrepreneur George Hudson.
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Angel of the North
(8 Miles)*
If you're travelling past Gateshead, whether by car on the A1, or by train on the East coast main line, you can't miss the Angel of the North.
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Beamish, The North of England Open Air Museum
(8 Miles)*
Beamish is no ordinary museum but a living, working experience of life as it was in the Great North in the early 1800s and 1900s. Beamish is a world famous open air museum.
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Beamish Wild
(9 Miles)*
Beamish Wild is a Ropes Activity Course, Birds of Prey Centre and Adventure Playground.
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Shipley Art Gallery
(10 Miles)*
Relax, unwind and discover the fantastic range of art and design on show in the friendly surroundings of the Shipley.
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Souter Lighthouse
(11 Miles)*
Only 2 miles south of South Shields, Souter Lighthouse overlooks the cliffs of Marsden Bay, high above the rocks and notorious currents of the 'Whitburn Steel' that have wrecked dozens of ships and claimed the lives of many mariners.
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The Art Works Galleries
(11 Miles)*
One of the largest commercial art galleries in Europe, The Art Works Galleries is a dynamic addition to region offering five spacious galleries all under one roof.
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Centre for Life
(11 Miles)*
The Centre for Life is an award-winning science centre where imaginative exhibitions, interactive displays and special events promote greater understanding of science and provoke curiosity in the world around us.
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Laing Art Gallery
(11 Miles)*
The Laing Art Gallery has something for everyone to enjoy.
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Discovery Museum
(11 Miles)*
Discovery is the North East of England's most popular free tourist attraction. Walk through its doors to discover all about life in Newcastle and Tyneside.
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Great North Museum
(12 Miles)*
The Great North Museum is the North East's premier natural science museum. Permanent Displays include Land of the Pharaohs, Living Planet and Earthworks.
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