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Cragside
Extraordinary Victorian house, gardens and estate – the wonder of its age 'The palace of a modern magician', inventor Lord Armstrong Victorian England's most technologically-advanced mansion Possibly the largest rock garden in Europe and a tricky rhododendron maze One of the red squirrel's last strongholds Fantastic...
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The Heritage Centre at Bellingham
Visit The Heritage Centre at Bellingham - the museum for the ruggedly beautiful and historic North Tyne and Redewater area of Northumberland, England. Revel in the romantic age of steam in our railway and exhibitions - acclaimed by railway enthusiasts – then see what’s survived of our special station. Listen to local people talk...
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Kielder Water Bird of Prey Centre
The Birds Of Prey Centre is located within the magnificent lakeside surroundings of Kielder Water at Leaplish Waterside Park. The Centre contains one of the largest & most fascinating collections of Birds Of Prey in the North of England. At the Birds of Prey Centre you will discover a vast variety of species & find out about their...
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BLACK MIDDENS BASTLE HOUSE
A fortified farmhouse with thick stone walls, of a type distinctive to the troubled 16th century Anglo-Scottish borders. The living quarters were only accessible at first floor level. Read more about the history of the bastle house. BEFORE YOU GO Access: The site is a 180 metre walk from the car park over uneven grassland. ...
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Falconry Days- Hexham
Enjoy a unique falconry experience giving you a rare insight into the art of falconry. Take the opportunity to get really close to, and hands on with a range of Owls, Hawks, Eagles, Falcons and Vultures. Whether your interest is in falconry, birds of prey, bird watching, wildlife or just being out in beautiful countryside, Falconry Days will have...
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Anglers Arms
Dating back to the 18th century, the original coaching inn once provided refreshment and a place to rest for coaches heading to and from Scotland. The Anglers Arms has been a welcome sight for travellers for almost 300 years! Conveniently situated in the picturesque hamlet of Weldon Bridge which although only a convenient distance from the...
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BRINKBURN PRIORY
The beautiful 12th century church of the Augustinian priory of Brinkburn survives completely roofed and restored. Picturesquely set by a bend in the River Coquet, it is reached by a scenic ten minute walk from the car park. Parts of the monastic buildings are incorporated into the elegant adjacent manor house. Don't Miss The stained...
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BLACK CARTS TURRET - HADRIAN'S WALL
To the west of Chesters Fort, this turret sits within a 460 metre length of Hadrian's Wall. There are magnificent views from here to the north. BEFORE YOU GO Access: The Hadrian's Wall National Trail runs through fields on the other side of the B6318 from Chesters Fort. Likely to be muddy. Parking: Car parking is available at Chesters...
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TEMPLE OF MITHRAS, CARRAWBURGH - HADRIAN'S WALL
This fascinating temple to the god Mithras stands near Carrawburgh Roman Fort on Hadrian's Wall. Mithras was an eastern god who, according to legend, had captured and killed the primeval bull in a cave, which Mithraic temples, always small and gloomy, were intended to evoke. The temple was probably built by soldiers based at the fort in about...
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Planetrees Roman Wall - Hadrian's Wall
Not far east of Chesters Roman Fort in Northumberland is a 15 metre-long stretch of Hadrian's Wall at Planetrees. This length of wall is important for what it reveals about a change of plan that took place during the construction of the Wall, when its width was narrowed from 10 to 8 Roman feet - probably to speed up building. At Planetrees,...
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Brunton Turret - Hadrian's Wall
Wall section and a surviving piece of turret two and a half metres high, built by men of the Twentieth Legion. Before You Go Access: Car parking is available at Chesters Roman Fort, about a 20 minute walk away along the Chesters Roman Trail. Facilities: Chesters Roman Fort has a tearoom and toilet facilities, including baby changing. ...
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Chesters Bridge Abutment - Hadrian's Wall
Close to Chesters Roman Fort in Northumberland are the remains of a Roman bridge across the North Tyne. On the eastern river bank you can see evidence of two successive bridges: an early one that just carried Hadrian's Wall, and a second, much larger one, that carried the Military Way - the road that serviced the Wall. This fine bridge,...
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Chesters Roman Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall
Come and see what life was like at one the Roman Empire's most northern outposts. Chesters Roman Fort is the most complete Roman cavalry fort in Britain - wander around the unusually well-preserved baths and steam room, and the officers' quarters. Discover an amazing collection of Roman objects and inscriptions in our museum, these were...
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The Fenton Centre
The Fenton Centre is a unique visitor experience located in the heart of the north Northumberland countryside. Opened in 2005, the centre provides an educational and recreational resource to allow exploration of the cultural heritage and natural diversity of life in the countryside - from times past, present and the implications for the future....
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Jedforest Deer & Farm Park
The Great Value Family Day Out near Jedburgh in the Scottish Borders. Nestling in the Jed Valley with views over the Cheviot Hills, Jedforest Deer & Farm Park is set in the rolling countryside of the Scottish Borders. With hills, streams and woods to explore, animals of all shapes and sizes to discover, and places to play, relax and refuel,...
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