Newcastle International Airport 48 min
National Museum of the Royal Navy Hartlepool (27 min)
A preserved, tall-masted war frigate open for tours all year, plus a charter option. Durham Castle (30 min)
College in an 11th-century castle offering a B&B with 2 plush suites, plus seasonal casual rooms. Seaham Beach (19 min) Botanic Garden (30 min)
10-hectare garden with plants from round the world, glasshouses, outdoor art and a visitor centre. Crook Hall and Gardens (30 min)
Stone manor house originally built in the 13th century, with picturesque English-style gardens. Durham Heritage Coast (10 min)
A walking path traces the line of this designated historic coast with its wild cliffs & dunes. WWT Washington (25 min)
Trails through a large area of wetlands & woodlands sheltering ducks, geese, flamingoes & otters. Ryhope Engines Museum (18 min)
Preserved Victorian-era water-pumping station housing 2 working 100HP engines & other exhibits. Sunderland Museum, Winter Gardens (27 min)
Wide-ranging venue including industrial/social history, geology, glass/pottery, art and archaeology. National Glass Centre (30 min)
Stylish modern centre showcasing contemporary glass, with exhibitions, demonstrations and classes. Herrington Country Park (24 min)
Spacious, bustling park featuring walking & bike trails, an amphitheater, playground & sculptures. Adventure Valley (36 min)
Kids' indoor and outdoor soft play areas, plus roller disco, crazy golf, farm animals and a cafe. National Trust - Washington Old Hall (27 min)
Stone-built mansion and serene gardens, now National Trust, with link to George Washington's family. Hylton Castle (26 min)
Shell of a 4-story 14th-century castle gatehouse with Richard II's emblem on the gate. Durham Cathedral (31 min)
Architecturally innovative Norman CofE cathedral with St Cuthbert's shrine and a treasury museum. | 
