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Newcastle upon Tyne

Newcastle – a great city - once in the forefront of 19th century industrial innovation, now, the forefront of technical innovation, leisure and culture.

Carlisle

A city steeped in history Carlisle is known as the ‘great border city’ and today is a vibrant place with great shops, a variety of places to eat and drink, and lots of culture from museums and galleries, to theatre, music, comedy and events.

Walltown Country Park

Walltown Country Park lies on the line of Hadrian’s Wall in Northumberland National Park.

Open all year

Free

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• Wheelchair Accessible

Prudhoe Castle

Prudhoe Castle has many a story to tell to the intrepid visitor. Have a picnic and take in the surroundings, browse in the shop or explore the keep, great hall and towered walls enclosing a fine Georgian mansion, or take a walk around the moat and grounds.

Closed for winter (reopening 1 April 2024)

With Gift-Aid, from: Adult: £7.50, Child (5-17 years): £4, Concession: £6.50, Family (2 adults, up to 3 children): £19 OR Family (1 adult, up to 3 children) £11.50

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Lanercost Priory

The beautiful and now tranquil setting of Augustinian Lanercost Priory belies an often troubled history. Standing close to Hadrian's Wall, it suffered frequent attacks during the long Anglo-Scottish wars, once by Robert Bruce in person.

Open weekends only 10am - 4pm

Adult, from: £6.50, Child (5-15 years): £3.50, Concession: £5.50, Family (2 adults, up to 3 children): £16.50 OR Family (1 adult, up to 3 children) £10.00

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Carlisle Castle

Standing proudly in the city it has dominated for nine centuries, Carlisle Castle was a constantly updated working fortress until well within living memory. Now its rich and varied visitor attractions reflect its long and eventful history.

Open weekends only 10am - 4pm

Including entry to Cumbria's Museum of Military Life, from: Adult: £12.50, Child (5-17 years): £7.50, Concession: £11.00, Family (2 adults, up to 3 children): £32.50 OR Family (1 adult, up to 3 children) £20.00.

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Humshaugh

Humshaugh is a small village situated near where Hadrian's Wall crossed the north Tyne.

The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre

The Sill National Landscape Discovery Centre is located near Hadrian's Wall in Northumberland National Park

Open daily (except Xmas Day)

FREE

• Hearing Impaired
• Guide Dogs
• Wheelchair Accessible
• Visually Impaired

Corbridge

Corbridge is a beautiful, historic, market town with ancient roots in the Tyne Valley.

Aydon Castle

This classic castle is perfect for family games and picnics and is a great starting point for some woodland walks.

Aydon Castle is open daily 10am - 5pm. Booking is essential.

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