DURHAM CITY is a magnificent medieval city and historical treasure trove. The majestic Cathedral has dominated the skyline for the past 900 years and the nearby Castle dates back to the 11th century. Both sit on top a dramatic outcrop overlooking the meandering River Wear below. Wander down cobbled streets to discover the Market Place and Town Hall, take a stroll on the peaceful riverbank and explore parks and gardens.
BEAMISH is a multi-award winning, living, working museum, set in 350 acres of beautiful Durham countryside. Costumed folk are ready to share their stories and bring everything to life; try delicious, freshly made bread in the Edwardian Bakery, hop aboard a tram, have your hair done in a 1950s style and discover what life was like on the Home Front during the Second World War. Say hello to the pit ponies in their stables, admire unforgettable Georgian views and have your portrait taken in the Edwardian photographers’ studio.
MUSEUM OF ROYAL NAVY HARTLEPOOL Explore the recreated GEORGIAN QUAYSIDE and travel back in time to the see how tradesmen like tailors, printers and instrument makers earned a wage and how leisure time was spent playing traditional games. Step on board Europe’s oldest floating warship HMS TRINCOMALEE and discover the rich history of this extraordinary ship and experience the hierarchy of life at sea from the captain’s cabin to the crew’s mess deck. A new exhibition is HMS INVINCIBLE 1744, using digital technology discover the often mysterious underwater excavation of the iconic ship, only discovered 200 years after it sank!
THE HEADLANDS is an ancient borough of Hartlepool with a rich and varied heritage, our tour guide will share its unique story revealed through its gorgeous scenery of historic buildings, town walls and maritime architecture that huddle the seafront.
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