Washington Old Hall reflects gentry life following the turbulence of the English Civil War. The building incorporates parts of the original medieval home of George Washington's direct ancestors, and it is from here that the family took their surname of 'Washington'.

The pit, which was sunk in 1777, brings mining to life for today’s residents of the North East. Museum staff will be on hand to answer questions about the industry which was so important to the region.

Within easy reach of Newcastle Upon Tyne and Sunderland, Washington Wetland Centre offers unforgettable nose-to-beak bird encounters. Its varied landscape of wetlands, meadows and woodlands is home to ducks, geese, waders, flamingos, cranes, herons, frogs, bats and...

Welcome to the North East Aircraft Museum; the North of England's premier collection of Aviation History and the largest Aviation collection between Yorkshire and Scotland. We have over thirty aircraft on display in various phases of restoration as well as numerous...

One of the smallest museums in the UK, in a former 'Anchorage' set beside the west door of 11th century church of St Mary and St Cuthbert. From 1383-1547 this was the dwelling-place of an Anchorite or hermit, sealed in the building for life. Along with Roman and...

This museum is dedicated to a simple but phenomenally well-used form of transport, the bus. Throughout the ages, starting with carts being pulled by horses and resulting in the modern pieces that we see on the streets today, the bus has played an important part in...

Waygood Gallery and Studios is one of the UK’s leading artist-led contemporary visual arts venues and is awaiting a multi-million pound redevelopment of the Wards Building in High Bridge, Newcastle.

Relax, unwind and discover the fantastic range of art and design on show in the friendly surroundings of the Shipley. Over the last 25 years the venue has become established as a national centre for contemporary craft and has built up one of the best collections...

Workplace Gallery is a contemporary art gallery run by artists. Based in Gateshead UK, Workplace Gallery represents a portfolio of emerging and established artists through the gallery programme, curatorial projects and international art fairs.

The Mushroom Works is one of the most eclectic, interesting collection of artists and designer makers in the North East.