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We love welcoming visitors of all ages to Durham Cathedral to experience 1000 years of history. Learn about the Northern Saints, explore the areas famously used as Harry Potter filming locations [...]

Discover 2,000 years of history when you visit The Auckland Project, a unique collection of heritage attractions, galleries and gardens in Bishop Auckland. Learn about the powerful Prince Bishops [...]

Discover a mighty fortress crowning the hilltop above the River Coquet. Follow interactive trails revealing the lives of people living in the castle in the 15th century and see striking new [...]

With 2000 years of history, Tynemouth Priory is the perfect location for a family fun day out. Discover the story of its original beginnings as an Iron Age settlement, an Anglo-Saxon monastery, a [...]

We are proud to present a year-round diverse family programme. From magical retellings of family favourites to interactive storytelling sessions, there’s something for all ages. We have free, [...]

Discover the remains of the forts, towers and towns that once kept watch over Hadrian’s Wall, see Roman artefacts, get hands-on in museums and take in spectacular views of the rugged landscape to [...]

Learn how we shape our cities at the Farrell Centre, through our exhibitions and free-to-attend family events based around architecture and planning. From our Lego challenges, engaging and [...]

Enjoy a family day out exploring Belsay’s Grecian architecture, medieval castle, and thirty acres of gardens. Roam through the Jurassic-feeling Quarry Garden and quirky open spaces. Little ones [...]