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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Attraction
Free

Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens

Discover Sunderland's fascinating history in one place. With a collection dating back to 1846 there are plenty of surprises.

Hall Hill Farm
Attraction
Adults £11.95

Hall Hill Farm

Hall Hill Farm is an award winning mixed farm of 290 hectares - a great day out for children and schools with loads of great things to do and see.

Attraction
Free

Great North Museum

A museum of natural history and ancient civilisations established in 1884 and was formerly known as the Hancock Museum.

Longstone Lighthouse Visitor Centre
Attraction
Adults £2

Longstone Lighthouse Visitor Centre

Sail out to this isolated lighthouse in the rugged Farne Islands, the setting for Grace Darling's famous heroics in 1838

Attraction
Adults £15.50

Bamburgh Castle

Stunning castle on the North East Coast with a rich history and amazing views. Come and explore is history, treasures and scenery.

Create and Paint
Activity
From £4

Create and Paint

Create and Paint is a creative studio, gift shop and caf located in Darlingtons bustling town centre.

Activity
Adults from £0.50

Adventure Valley

With 6 play zones to discover, farmyard fun and hours of indoor and outdoor fun, Adventure Valley is the biggest and best family park in the North East!

Durham University Botanic Garden
Attraction
Adults £5

Durham University Botanic Garden

Lush botanical haven, diverse plant collections, tranquil oasis, educational exhibits, family-friendly, peaceful atmosphere.

Attraction
Adults from £6.50

Woodhorn Museum

Located in what was once the largest pit village in the world, the former colliery is now home to our popular visitor attraction.

Attraction
Adults from £6

Ormesby Hall

Home to the Pennyman family, Ormesby Hall, garden and parkland is a green oasis in the heart of industrial Middlesbrough.

Sunderland Greyhound Stadium
Activity

Sunderland Greyhound Stadium

Sunderland Greyhound Stadium the Home of Greyhound Racing - A perfect night out for the entire family anytime of the year!

Langley Dam Fishery
Activity
From £15

Langley Dam Fishery

Langley Dam Fishery, 8 miles from Hexham in beautiful Northumberland.

Attraction
Adults £7.90

Warkworth Castle and Hermitage

Be king or queen for the day in this mighty Northumberland fortress crowning the hilltop above the River Coquet.

Attraction
Adults £19.50

Alnwick Castle

One of Britain's most iconic castles.