Things to do in the North East with kids


Exploring the North East unveils a captivating blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Start your journey in Newcastle upon Tyne, where the iconic Tyne Bridge dominates the skyline alongside the historic Newcastle Castle. Delve into the region's industrial heritage at Beamish Museum, an open-air museum showcasing life in the North East during the Victorian and Edwardian eras.

Then, venture to Durham to marvel at its magnificent cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore the cobbled streets of its charming medieval city center. Finally, immerse yourself in the rugged landscapes of Northumberland, home to Hadrian's Wall and the stunning Northumberland Coast.

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Ocean Beach Pleasure Park
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Free

Ocean Beach Pleasure Park

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The largest amusement park in the North East. Family rides, arcades or Quasar Laser, The best day out!

Herrington Country Park
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Free

Herrington Country Park

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Herrington Country Park is is one of the largest parks in Sunderland and home to many exciting events.

High Force Waterfall
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Adults £1.50

High Force Waterfall

Discover the force of nature at High Force, one of the most spectacular waterfalls in England.

Thrunton Wood
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Free

Thrunton Wood

Thrunton Wood is planted on and around two steep escarpments of sandstone. These lofty crags provide spectacular viewpoints of the Northumbrian scenery.

St Cuthbert's Cave
Attraction
Free

St Cuthbert's Cave

Known locally as "Cuddy's Cave", a site of spirituality and a true sense of the county's history.

Attraction
Adults from £9.72

WWT Washington Wetland Centre

Get close to rare and exotic birds, mammals and different wetland habitats. Walk with a warden, bug hunt or tour the duckery.

Activity
From £45

The Strategy

The Strategy is exciting, challenging and a little bit different, a live escape game in Sunderland.

Attraction
Free

Northumberlandia

A stunning human landform sculpture of a reclining lady. Made of 1.5 million tonnes of rock, clay and soil, 100 feet high and a quarter of a mile long.

Activity
From £15

The Axe House

North East's premium axe throwing venue. We offer family, friends and colleagues an experience like no other.

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The Dunes Entertainment Centre

Dunes Entertainment Centre, South Shields. Soft play, Arcade, Bowling and bar. Fun for all the family no matter the weather.

Tynemouth Aquarium
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From £9.75

Tynemouth Aquarium

Come and see a huge variety of sealife at Tynemouth Aquarium! Book your tickets online to benefit from our best-value admission prices.

Dorman Museum
Attraction
Free

Dorman Museum

A great family day out. Learn, have fun & enjoy!

Jump 360 - Hartlepool
Activity
From £10

Jump 360 - Hartlepool

Jump for fun or for fitness at Jump 360, the north east's leading indoor trampoline parks.