. 2 miles from sunderland city centre and 3 miles from the fulwell quarry nature reserve. across the street from roker beach, this family-run budget bed-and-breakfast is 2 miles from the sunderland railway station, 2. breakfast is served in the straightforward dining room, and there's a deck with seating and sea views, plus parking space. family rooms are available, as are fridges and microwaves by request. upgraded rooms feature canopy beds and/or sea views. individually furnished rooms have a quaint style and come with free wifi, tvs, and tea and coffeemaking facilities; some have en suite bathrooms, and others share facilities Newcastle International Airport 39 min
Victoria Tunnel Tours (29 min) Tours of a 19th-century underground wagonway for coal, later used as a WWII air-raid shelter. Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort (20 min) Remains of a large Roman fort with reconstructed gatehouse and living quarters, plus a small museum. WWT Washington (17 min) Trails through a large area of wetlands & woodlands sheltering ducks, geese, flamingoes & otters. Tynemouth Priory and Castle (33 min) Ruined medieval priory and fortress with interactive displays, restored gun battery and sea views. Newcastle Castle (27 min) Stone fortress, built from 1168 to 1178 and formerly a prison, with views over the city and river. Beamish, the Living Museum of the North (32 min) A recreation of Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian life with costumed staff, plus trams and buses. Sunderland Museum, Winter Gardens (9 min) Wide-ranging venue including industrial/social history, geology, glass/pottery, art and archaeology. National Glass Centre (14 min) Stylish modern centre showcasing contemporary glass, with exhibitions, demonstrations and classes. Gateshead Millennium Bridge (30 min) Iconic modern bridge over the River Tyne, offering separate sections for pedestrians & cyclists. Grey's Monument (27 min) Monument erected in 1838 to honor the 2nd Earl Grey, featuring a statue of him atop a tall column. Segedunum Roman Fort & Museum (26 min) Hadrian's Wall excavated Roman fort site with 35-metre viewing tower and interactive museum. St. Mary's Lighthouse (42 min) 1898 lighthouse on a tidal island, with coastal views, history/nature exhibits & a gift shop. Discovery Museum (30 min) Interactive local maritime history and science displays, plus the British Film Institute's archive. Angel of the North (22 min) A massive statue standing with wings outspread looking out over the Northumbrian countryside. Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art (25 min) Vast converted mill with minimalist interiors, hosting temporary shows by contemporary artists. |