Semester 2022: 15 tourist places to visit with the family across the North East during school holidays
The North East is packed with boulders with a huge variety of places to see and things to do – from museums and funfairs to coastal views and National Trust sites.
There’s no better time than the present to explore more of the area and make the trip to new attractions.
But if you haven’t decided where to go yet, we’ve turned to readers to shout out their favorite tourist spots for a family visit.
Needless to say, the following locations are just a small taste of what our fantastic North East has to offer. Who knows, you might find a new favorite during the midterm break!
Here are some of the top recommendations from readers.
Enter the fort – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – and immerse yourself in the world of the Romans.
Photo: Stu Norton
A visit to the castle promises an extraordinary day of history, so get ready to travel through centuries of heritage and make the most of your trip!
Photo: Jane Coltman
Spring is the perfect time to visit Cragside as the rhododendrons will be in bloom. A lovely day enjoying the fresh air and magnificent views at this National Trust site.
Photo: Jane Coltman
The museum hopes to take visitors back to the date and location of the UK’s only First World War battlefield site on Hartlepool’s Headland.
Photo: Frank Reid
