Local Attractions
Northumbria is a powerful place. Wild, lonely moors and rugged sandy beaches coupled with the vibrant, urban buzz of the city. A place of contrasts, where there's lots to do, both indoors and out. The right-hand side is seaside and the left-hand side heathery hills and moody mountains with the famous World Heritage Site Hadrian's Wall running right through the middle. Shiny, cities like Newcastle and Durham are thriving with lots of shopping and plenty of nightlife. Bustling market towns and pretty villages are scattered around the region.
With four sub-regions making up Northumbria, England's North East (Northumberland, Tyne & Wear, County Durham and Tees Valley), it's a big place with lots going on!
Things to see and do - - Beamish Wild - Situated within the magnificent grounds of Beamish Hall, Beamish Wild Bird of Prey Conservation Centre is a conservation centre dedicated to the preservation of all species of bird of prey. Using education as a primary route for raising public awareness, the superb and impressive wild bird of prey family is on view throughout the whole year. The resident birds at Beamish Wild include magnificent Bald Eagles and Golden Eagles, African White Backed Vultures and Snowy Owls. These are only a few amongst a host of other fascinating birds of prey such as hawks, falcons and other owls. There are daily flight presentations and displays offering a thrilling insight into the unique abilities of the birds, and the conservation work going on at the hotel.
- The Ropes Activity Centre at Beamish Wild - the North East's new highwire adventure course set within the grounds at Beamish Hall Hotel. Experience the ultimate adrenaline rush high in the treetops, climbing through tunnel nets, jumping the leap of faith and freefalling on our incredible 65ft power-fan. The Ropes Activity Centre at Beamish Hall provides fantastic outdoor fun and adventure for families, corporate groups and any other thrill-seeking individuals. The highly-trained and enthusiastic staff ensure that you get the most from your ropes experience, and all safety equipment is provided by the centre.
- Beamish, The North of England Open Air Museum
Just a few miles away, Beamish, The North of England Open Air Museum, is a living, working experience of life as it was in the Great North in the early 1800s and 1900s.
Winner of both the British Museum of the Year and European Museum of the Year Awards, Beamish is Britain's favourite open air museum. Set in over 300 acres of beautiful countryside Beamish Open Air Museum demonstrates the recent history of the region in a "living" way and provides entertainment and education for visitors of all ages and interests.
Classic British Hotels offer special discounted rates of £12.50 per person in the Summer Season and £6 per person in the Winter Season for guests staying at Beamish Hall available to book online. Ticket price includes tram & bus rides and car parking.
Summer Season (April - October) opening times - - Open from 10.00am to 5.00pm all week, last admission 3pm.
Winter Season (November - March) opening times - - Open from 10.00am to 4.00pm, last admission 3pm. Closed Mondays and Fridays.
A winter visit is centred on The Town and tramway only. Other areas of the Museum are closed and admission charges are, consequently, reduced.- Durham City Centre
- Newcastle City Centre and Metrocentre
- Hadrians Wall
- Hexham Abbey
- Tanfield Railway
- Alnwick Gardens
- Belsay Hall
- Wallington Hall
- Chester Roman Fort
- Vindalanda Roman Fort
- The Farne Islands
- Lindisfarne Castle
- Gibside Georgian Pleasure Grounds