Days Out in the North East

From stunning coastline to green countryside, the North East of England is a great place to visit for a winter day out.

Our winter opening hours have changed: more properties are now open at weekends, but with restricted access during the week. Please check times before travelling.

Places to visit in the North East

Belsay Hall, Castle & Garden: Medieval castle, Greek revival villa and extensive gardens
Hadrian's Wall: a world heritage site stretching over 72 miles
Tynemouth Priory: set on a headland overlooking the North Sea

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Events this winter:

Garden Tours for members - Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens
Exclusive tours and talks for members
Curator's Tour for members - Corbridge Roman Town

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Places to visit : North East

Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens

Northumberland

With so much to see and do, a trip to Belsay is one of the best value family days out in north-east England. Explore the medieval castle, the Grecian inspired Hall and acres of impressive gardens.

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Lindisfarne Priory

Northumberland

Lindisfarne Priory sits on Holy Island and is a great family day out in Northumberland. Reached by causeway at low tide, the peaceful atmosphere and beautiful views make a visit well worth the effort.

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Warkworth Castle and Hermitage

Northumberland

If you are planning a fun family day out in Northumberland then look no further than Warkworth Castle with its magnificent cross-shaped keep crowning a hilltop above the River Coquet.

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Tynemouth Priory and Castle

Tyne and Wear

With its 2000 year history and beautiful views, Tynemouth Castle and Priory is perfect for a family fun day out. Once one of the largest fortified areas in England, it is on the North East coast.

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Chesters Roman Fort and Museum

Northumberland

Built almost 2000 years ago to house a Roman army garrison guarding the nearby bridge across the River Tyne, Chesters Roman Fort is one of the most impressive visitor attractions in the North East.

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Dunstanburgh Castle

Northumberland

Dramatic Dunstanburgh Castle was built at a time when relations between King Edward II and his most powerful baron, Earl Thomas of Lancaster, had become openly hostile.

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Events : North East

Free Guided Tours for Members

Venue: Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens, Northumberland
Date: Tue 14 Feb

Enjoy a staff led tour of Belsay Hall, an architectural masterpiece inspired by the temples of ancient Greece. Discover more about its fabulous Pillar Hall, cellar and "behind the scenes" servants quarters which are not available to view on a daily basis.

Free Guided Tours for Members

Venue: Warkworth Castle and Hermitage, Northumberland
Date: Wed 15 Feb

An introduction to the castle as a home and a fortification; exploring the familiy history of the notorious Percy's. Enjoy a staff led tour through the extensive remains of a great hall, the Duke's rooms, fine gatehouse and the circuit of towered walls.

Curators Choice: Artefacts & Guided tour

Venue: Chesters Roman Fort and Museum, Northumberland
Date: Thu 16 Feb

A staff led guided tour of the site and a chance to see behind the scenes at the museum. Take a look at the hundreds of artefacts from the Clayton collection displayed in the museum, with Georgina Plowright, English Heritage Curator for Hadrian's Wall.

Curators Choice: Artefacts & Guided Tour

Venue: Corbridge Roman Town - Hadrian's Wall, Northumberland
Date: Fri 17 Feb

A staff led guided tour of the site and a chance to see behind the scenes at the museum. Take a look at the hundreds of artefacts from this wonderful site, with Georgina Plowright, English Heritage Curator for Hadrian's Wall.

Winter Head Gardener Tour

Venue: Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens, Northumberland
Date: Mon 20 Feb

Join our resident head gardener and explore the spectacular Belsay gardens including the unique Quarry Garden, a fantasy of ravines, pinnacles and exotic plants. Make your way through our stunning Grade 1 listed gardens.

Free Guided Tours for Members