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Enjoy a family visit to Gibside, Burnopfield, Newcastle upon Tyne one of North East England’s finest landscapes.  The estate has plenty of woodland and riverside walks to explore.  Did you know the estate is the former home of the Queen Mother’s family, the Bowes-Lyons.

Discover the exciting world of the Venerable Bede at Bede's World, Jarrow.  On the farm called Gyrwe (pronounced ‘Yeerweh’, the Old English name for Jarrow) explore the world of the ordinary Anglo Saxons.   You can adopt one of the native rare breeds such as Hilda the pig or Millie the pig, (Hilda’s daughter) or Ronnie the Ronaldsay Sheep.

The world of ancient Egypt comes alive at the Hancock Museum, Newcastle upon Tyne.  The exhibition ‘Egypt Revealed – Life & Death in Ancient Egypt’ runs until the 23rd April and tells the real stories of ordinary and Royal Egyptians. In ‘The Den’, an activity area for young children, the natural world is brought to life through specimens, live animals, toys and games. 

Chesters Roman Fort, Chollerford, Hexham was one of the series of troop bases added to Hadrian’s Wall soon after it was built.  Plenty to see including the well preserved military bathhouse.

Take the kids for some fun at Castle Mania, Amble, Morpeth a themed indoor play centre complete with numerous play features and comfortable seating for parents plus outdoor go-karting.

Belsay Hall Castle and Gardens has something for everyone: a magical mansion with a fascinating history, wonderful additional buildings and a unique garden for all seasons.

Enjoy a family visit to Wynyard Woodland Park, Stockton on Tees complete with play area and walks; a large period railway station acts as an information centre.

Return to a bygone age at Preston Hall Museum, Stockton on Tees, a Georgian country house set in a park, which is a museum of social history. Stroll along a high street or the parkland overlooking the Tees.  A must for all ages is the Toy Box, situated in an old grain and hay store over the stables and shows a variety of toys for all ages - the most popular is a giant snakes & ladders board on which visitors can play

Nature's World at the Botanic Centre, Middlesbrough has something for everyone inducing the futuristic Hydroponicum and Eco centre powered by renewable energy.  The centre also has demonstration gardens, wildlife pond, white garden, shop, tearoom & unique River Tees model.

Enjoy a family visit to Durham City with something for all the family from a visit to Bear Bottoms, a teddy bear workshop; to Durham Castle, once the home of the ‘Prince Bishops and now part of the University; Durham Cathedral, thought by many to be the finest example of Norman church architecture in England. Find out more from the Tourist Information Centre on 0191 384 37320

Locomotion The National Railway Museum at Shildon is a fun place for all the family to explore railway heritage.  Complete with children’s play area and interactive displays.

High Force Waterfall, Forest-in-Teesdale is the most majestic of the waterfalls on the River Tees. The falls are only a short woodland walk from a bus stop, car park and picnic area. For information on the walk and the waterfall www.rabycastle.com

For further information on the region and opening times of all the attractions listed call 08701 601 781 or log onto www.visitnortheastengland.co.uk call into your local Tourist Information Centre.

Contacts

Gibside,
Burnopfield, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE16 6BG
T: (01207) 541820
F: (01207) 542741
W: http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk 
E: gibside@nationaltrust.org.uk

Church Bank,
Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, NE32 3DY
T: (0191) 489 2106
F: (0191) 428 2361
W: http://www.bedesworld.co.uk 
E: visitor.info@bedesworld.co.uk

Barras Bridge,
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE2 4PT
T: (0191) 222 7418
F: (0191) 261 7537
W: http://www.twmuseums.org.uk 
E: hancock@twmuseums.org.uk

Chollerford,
Humshaugh, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4EP
T: (01434) 681379
W: http://www.english-heritage.org.u Coquet Enterprise Park,
Amble, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 0PE
T: (01665) 714888
F: (01665) 714555
E: eric@tan2001.freeserve.co.uk k 
E: customers@english-heritage.org.uk

Belsay, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE20 0DX
T: (01661) 881636
F: (01661) 881043
W: http://www.english-heritage.org.uk 
E: customers@english-heritage.org.uk

Thorpe Thewles, Station House Visitor Centre,
Stockton-on-Tees, Cleveland, TS21 3JG
T: (01740) 630011
F: (01740) 630011

Yarm Road,
Stockton-on-Tees, Cleveland, TS18 3RH
T: (01642) 781184
W: http://www.stockton.gov.uk 
E: prestonhallmuseum@stockton.gov.uk

Ladgate Lane, Acklam,
Middlesbrough, Cleveland, TS5 7YN
T: (01642) 594895
F: (01642) 591224
W: http://www.naturesworld.org.uk 
E: mail@naturesworld.org.uk

Tourist Information Centre
2 Millennium Place
Durham City
T 0191 384 3720
touristinfo@durhamcity.gov.uk

Shildon, County Durham, DL4 1PQ
T: (01388) 772000
F: (01388) 777999

Forest-in-Teesdale,
Middleton-in-Teesdale, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 0QG
T: (01833) 640209
F: (01833) 640963
W: http://www.rabycastle.com 
E: teesdaleestate@rabycastle.com