Beamish Museum
This open air museum vividly recreates life in North East England in the early 1800s and early 1900s.
The Bowes Museum
This magnificent museum has undergone a major transformation, creating a stunning 21st century visitor attraction in beautiful grounds.
Weardale Museum
This highly-commended volunteer-run museum is packed with fascinating new displays and stories of Weardale's heritage including the Weardale Tapestry, a beautiful 16ft free-style embroidery.
Museum of Classic Sci-Fi, Allendale
'The Museum of Classic Sci-Fi’ is a permanent exhibition nestled in the historic Northumberland village of Allendale.
Durham Dales Centre
The Durham Dales Centre is a visitor centre in Weardale with a tearoom specialising in home baking and with a well-stocked information centre and gift shop.
Bowlees Visitor Centre
Bowlees Visitor Centre, run by the North Pennines National Landscape team, is a fantastic base for exploring Upper Teesdale, with footpath links to Low Force, High Force, Newbiggin and the Pennine Way.
Raby Castle
Home to Lord Barnard's family since 1626, Raby is one of the finest medieval Castles in England. Highlights include an impressive gateway, a vast hall, a medieval kitchen and a Victorian octagonal drawing room. Events take place throughout the summer.
Killhope Museum
Explore an historic mine site and take an unforgettable mine tour. Find your own minerals as you work as a washerboy and see working water wheels in action.
