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...

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 Ryhope Engines Museum is based on the Ryhope Pumping Station which was built in 1868 to supply water to the Sunderland area. The station ceased operation in 1967 - after 100 years of continuous use. The Museum is now regarded as one of the finest industrial...

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'.

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...

The Reg Vardy Gallery is no longer functioning with a curated programme. The space is currently being used for projects within the Faculty of Arts, Design and Media.

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.

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.

Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens combines a museum, art gallery, exhibition space and Winter Gardens to create a stunning visitor attraction in the heart of the city centre. In the Museum, discover the history of the city from its prehistoric past to the present day.