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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Adventure Valley
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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!

Battlesteads Dark Sky Observatory

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Battlesteads Dark Sky Observatory

An accessible, public astronomical observatory offering talks, activities, drop in sessions, stargazing and Astro courses to suit everyone.

Longstone Lighthouse Visitor Centre

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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

Mr George's Museum of Time
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Free

Mr George's Museum of Time

Mr George's Museum of Time is a family-run watch and clock museum, gift shop and specialist watch and clock repair shop.

Bamburgh Castle
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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.

Junkyard Golf Newcastle
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From £8.50

Junkyard Golf Newcastle

New to Newcastle are our three mashed-up crazy golf courses. Think UV and flashing lights, loud music and good times. Fun for the whole family.

Farne Islands
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Adults £12.60

Farne Islands

Rocky islands, habitat for seals and many species of seabird

Killhope Lead Mining Museum
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Adults from £9

Killhope Lead Mining Museum

Killhope is a multi-award winning 19th century mining museum in the centre of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Durham Castle
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Adults £5

Durham Castle

Medieval fortress, UNESCO World Heritage Site, guided tours, stunning architecture, panoramic views, historic Great Hall.

Cawfields Roman Wall - Hadiran's Wall

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Free

Cawfields Roman Wall - Hadiran's Wall

A fine stretch of Hadrian's Wall on a steep slope, with turrets and an impressive milecastle, probably built by the Second Legion.

Langley Dam Fishery

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From £15

Langley Dam Fishery

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

Ormesby Hall
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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.


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