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This magnificent medieval castle makes a great day out for all the family. It is one of the largest inhabited castles in England. The state rooms are very impressive, yet have a real homely,...
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One of England's most magnificent castles, Bamburgh Castle stands high above the village of Bamburgh, offering far-reaching views to Lindisfarne and the Farne Islands. It was...
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Kids just love crazy golf - and it's amazing how well even a 2 year old can do given the chance! This crazy golf course has the added attraction of an indoor soft play area next door...
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If you can spare the time, allow a full day to visit this museum, as there is so much to see and do. Here you can get a taste of how life was in the early 1800s and 1900s for all...
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This fascinating house, former home to the Armstrong family is probably best-known for its pioneering use of electricity - it was the first house in the world to be lit by...
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We think most children would happily spend a whole day at this excellent museum, as there's so much to see and do. Exhibitions include Newcastle's Story - the history of the city from Roman...
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The Funshack is an indoor soft play centre with much much more. In addition to the vast play area, there are trampolines, go-karts and a bowling alley. There is also a mini cinema showing...
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Romans, Egyptians and dinosaurs always fascinate young children, and you'll find them all here. There's an interactive model of Hadrian's Wall, an Egyptian mummy display and a T-Rex...
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Hartlepool's Maritime Experience provides a fascinating insight into life at sea, and on shore during the 18th century. The quay is a reconstructed sea-port, which includes shops and...
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Find out what it was like to work and live in a lead mining community at Killhope Museum. There are lots of hands on activities for children to get involved in - including dressing up in...
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Take the children to explore science at Life in Newcastle. Open: Daily Monday - Saturday: 10.00 - 18.00 Sunday: 11.00 - 18.00 [last admission 16.00] Admission: Adult:...
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What a great family day out for train fans! There's so much to see and do here, with over 100 locomotives, old railway buildings to see, lots of interactive displays and a children's play...
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Housed in the old station building, Monkwearmouth Station Museum gives you an insight into life when the station and railway were operating. There are lots of the original features, including...
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A fascinating place for children to visit, Souter Lighthouse was the first to be run on electricity. There's lots to see here - the engine room and the keeper's living quarters - and you can...
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The Stephenson Railway Museum houses exhibits from railway history dating back as far as 1820. Open: 2 April - 31 October Admission: Free for all ages Charge payable for train rides...
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Find out all about Sunderland's history at the museum, visit the art gallery and then explore the wonderful gardens at Sunderland Museum. Open: Monday - Saturday: 10.00 - 17.00 Sunday:...
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This is one of the most child-friendly gardens we've come across. The fabulous water features will keep children amused for hours - and little ones will love playing with the mini...
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There are lots of things for a great family day out here - for younger visitors there's a children's trail abd an adventure playground. Pushchairs are not permitted in the...
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