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...

The very extensive remains of a 13th century priory, founded on the site of a retired pirate's hermitage. Part of it later served as a holiday retreat for the monks of Durham Cathedral. Beautifully sited by the River Wear with delightful riverside walks nearby.

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...

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.

Beamish is a world famous open air museum. We tell the story of the people of North East England at two important points of their history - 1825 and 1913

The Durham Light Infantry Museum has a superb collection of uniforms, equipment, weapons, silver, photographs and battlefield relics covering the whole history of the Regiment from its formation in 1758 to the final laying-up of the Colours in 1968 in Durham Cathedral.

The DLI Museum remains one of the North of England's finest military museums. It tells the story of one of the most famous County Regiments in the British Army. More importantly, it tells the story of ordinary people who lived extraordinary lives. 

With a choice of four all-action adult playgrounds across the UK (Kent, Devon, Durham and Yorkshire), we offer a unique alternative with our Corporate Entertainment Packages - an ideal choice to include in your Staff Incentive program or as the perfect treat for your...

The Oriental Museum collections have continued to grow and the museum now houses around 23,500 objects with collections covering Egypt, the Near and Middle East, China, Japan, India and the Himalayan region and stretching into South East Asia.  The Ancient Egyptian...