Great Days Out

Looking for a Great Day Out? A weekend away? Well here is a comprehensive guide packed with great ideas on how to spend your leisure time.

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In the impressive yet friendly house, which dates from 1688, you can admire the famous paintings of Northumbrian history by William Bell Scott in the remarkable central hall, marvel at Lady Wilson’s intriguing Cabinet of Curiosities and see the fascinating collection of dolls’ houses and toy soldiers.

Families can relax, picnic or play in the grassy courtyard, follow the children’s trail round the grounds and let of steam in the adventure playground in the woods.

The wildlife hide gives everyone the chance to see red squirrels and birds at

close quarters and you might see otters while exploring the river walk. If you really want to stretch your legs, there is an extensive estate surrounding Wallington, which offers a variety of walks through the rugged landscape.

For those looking for a more tranquil stroll, there is a walled garden hidden in the woods, full of beautiful plants and an enchanting Edwardian Conservatory, a must-see place for many visitors.

Finish your visit to Wallington with some well deserved tea and cake in our cafe, browse through the gifts and treats in the

shop and visit our farm shop for a tasty souvenir.

There is also a varied year-round events programme for all ages, including fantastic themed events, open-air theatre, food & craft festival, guided walks, talks and workshops, music and dancing, wildlife events and hands-on activities.

So if you’re looking for a day out that will keep the whole family entertained, visit Wallington, just off the A696, and experience Northumberland at its best!

WALLINGTON

In the heart of the beautiful Northumbrian countryside and yet only half an hour from Newcastle, was the much loved home of the Blackett and Trevelyan families for nearly three centuries. It is now the ideal destination for a great day out for all the family, with something to appeal to everyone!

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Come and see Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park the home of the only full-size animatronic Tyrannosaurus Rex, along with a pair of vicious interacting Meglosaurs, a Velociraptor and Dilophosaurus ‘the Spitting Dinosaur’. Watch out you may get wet!

Explore 26 acres of stunning gardens with cascading waterfalls. Daily sea lion shows including in the summer swimming with the sea lions! Falconry displays, lemur encounters three magnifi cent lions and brass rubbing centre & photographic Studio.

It’s a great day out for all the familyHigher Leigh Manor Hotel, Combe Martin, Ilfracombe, Devon EX34 0NG

01271 [email protected]

It’s a great day outfor all the family

0191 4774445235a High Street, Gateshead,

Tyne and Wear NE8 1AS

All Home Made cooked food at Very Reasonable prices.

(made on premises) Outside Catering available on request at

reasonable rates.

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Lagganmore Hotel and Golf ClubNear Portpatrick

Special Offers ( unlimited golf with all price deals )

Two Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast £150pp Three Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast £200ppFour Nights Mid-week Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £200pp

October SpecialOctober weekends 2 nights 3 course dinner B&B and unlimited golf @ £120pp

Telephone 01776810499Website www.lagganmoregolf.co.uk


Dipton Mill InnDipton Mill InnThe Dipton Mill is a cosy, welcoming country pub with real fi res, real ales and a real warm welcome.To complement our range of fi ne ales and drinks we also serve a wide range of home made meals and snacks, prepared to order, in our own kitchen.

Mon-Sat: noon-2:30pm & 6pm-11pm, Sun: noon-3:00pm

Dipton Mill Road, Hexham Northumberland, NE46 1YA T: 01434 606 577 E: [email protected]

25 Acres Of Hands On Exploring!Featuring Futureworld, Mini River Tees, New Adventure Play Areas, Giant Slide & Much More

Nature’s WorldA great family day outNEW Holiday Time Evening Opening!

Open daily, 25th Jul - 31st Aug: 10am - 8pm rest of summer: 10am - 5pmLadgate Lane, Middlesbrough (just off A19/A174)Tel 01642 594895 www.naturesworld.org.uk

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Great Days OutGreat Days OutNature’s world, Middlesbrough 01642 594895www.naturesworld.org.ukOrchid Restaurant, Quayside Newcastle upon Tyne0191-2211388www.kevinliu.co.ukRob Roy Restaurant, Berwick upon Tweed01289 306428www.berwickbedandbreakfast.co.uk/the-rob-royGlen Allan, Blackpool01253 620838www.glenallanblackpool.co.ukBeamish Museum, Beamish County Durham 0191-3704000www.beamish.org.ukBerkeley Guest House, Lancashire01524 418201www.berkeleymorecambe.co.ukTaste of China, Gateshead Tyne and Wear0191 4776028Cafe Xpress, Gateshead Tyne and Wear0191-4774445Grey Nag’s Head , Gateshead Tyne and Wear0191-4771955

Cup & Cake , Gateshead Tyne and Wear07800 636108Maynard Hotel, Scarborough0172-3372289www.maynardscarborough.co.ukCombe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park, Devon01271 882486www.dinosaur-park.comNeherleigh Guest House, South Yorkshirewww.guesthouse-rotherham.co.ukBanana Beach Indoor Adventure, Northumberland01670 819600www.local-loyalty.comGateshead Flower Show, Gateshead Tyne and Wearwww.gateshead.gov.uk/Leisure%20and%20Culture/Horticulture/summershowThe Dipton Mill Inn, Hexham Northumberland01434 606577www.diptonmill.co.ukNational Trust Wallington, Northumberland01670 773967www.nationaltrust.org.uk/mainThe Galleries, Washington Tyne and Wear0191-4167177www.gallerieswashington.co.uk

Prince of Wales Hotel, West Yorkshire0113-2468761Snooze Guest House< Liverpool0151-7330707www.snooze-liverpool.co.ukThe Gibside, Burnopfi eld Gateshead Tyne and Wear01207 541820www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-gibsideCrown Hotel, Carlisle Cumbria01228 561888www.crownhotelwetheral.co.ukKinnaird Guest House Edinburgh0131-2028335www.kinnaird-guesthouse.co.ukLagganmore Hotel and Golf Club,Portpatrick Wigtownshire01776 810262www.lagganmoregolf.co.ukWheelers Rest Motel Accommodation, Lincolnshire01754 810424www.wheelersrest.co.ukNortheast Carriage Company Stanley County Durham 01207 231391www.northeastcarriagecompany.co.uk

A great place to meet for a relaxing chatOver A Coffee Or A Light SnackBespoke Celebration Cakes For All Occasions Made To Order

3 High West StreetGateshead Tyne and WearNE8 1EHTelephone 07800 636108

Coffee Shop and Celebration Cakes

Indoor Adventure Play Area

keep your kids entertained with safety in mind beat the rain-clean, friendly and best of all dry

cafe & refreshmentts available all day. plus with our healthy eating options, you can be sure that the food we serve is really good for the “whole family”.

Tel: 01670 819 600www.local-loyalty.comnorth seaton ind est. ashington (just past focus)open 7 days a week 10am - 7pm

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NORTH EAST CARRIAGE COMPANYCarriages for all social occasions

Carriages for all social occasionsWe do carriages for all social occasions, be it proms, birthdays or parties. We operate all over the country to make any day a special day.

WeddingsClimb aboard our horse-drawn carriage to transform your occasion into something really special. As owners of the North-East premier horse-drawn carriage service, we guarantee to enhance your day.

Let North East Carriage Company help you bring your dreams to life with the elegance and charm of our carriages. We have carriages for many tastes and budgets and all our carriages are immaculate and maintained with your comfort and safety in mind.

FuneralsWe are committed to building a reputation in providing quality horse drawn hearse’s for all funerals. Our horses are fi t and well trained and are used regularly for commercial work. Our hearses are of an elegant style and of the highest standard.

Contact JohnKyo Laws FarmStanleyCounty Durham

Tel: 01207 23 13 91Mobiles 07712 773376www.northeastcarriagecompany.co.uk




7-9 High West Street (opposite Bus Station)

Next to Gateshead Metro Station and Interchange

0191 477 6028

Taste of ChinaLunch Buffet £5.90

11.45 a.m. – 5.00 p.m.

Paid and left by 5.30 p.m.

Happy Hour Buffet £6.90

5.00 p.m. – 7.00 p.m.

Paid and left by 7.30 p.m.

Grand Buffet £8.90

7.00 p.m. – 10.00 p.m.

Includes crispy duck and exclusive seafood dishes

Special Offer – All Wines £9.95 excluding sparkling wines

Children under 4’ 11’’ eat for £3.00 but must be accompanied

by a full paying adult

10% Discount for students and OAP’s


The number one choice for budget accommodation in Liverpool. We aim to be amongst the least expensive guest accommodation in Liverpool but with rooms to rival the best. (free continental breakfasts)

232 Picton Road, Wavertree, Liverpool L15 4LLT: 0151 733 0707 www.snooze-liverpool.co.uk

The MaynardThe Maynard is a family run guest house and a warm and friendly welcome awaits you from the proprietors Stuart and Angelia, whose aim is to make your visit to Scarborough a memorable and happy one.

16 Esplanade Gardens, South Cliff Scarborough YO11 2AWTelephone: 01723 372289 | www.maynardscarborough.com

The BerkeleyLicensed Guest House

The Berkeley is a family run family friendly guesthouse which strives to make your stay as comfortable, enjoyable and stress free as possible. Be it a one night business trip to a three week holiday, we will do everything we can to ensure you

will not go home disappointed.

All twelve rooms at the Berkeley are en-suite with electric showers and the rooms are all centrally heated for your personal comfort. There are also colour tv’s and coffee making facilities in each room. Family rooms are equipped with tv/dvd

combi’s.

we are directly on the promenade facing the sea, we also have a small selection of beach toys available for the kids. Buckets, spades and fi shing nets of course and

maybe we could fi nd a ball or two.There are no strangers at the Berkeley, just friends that haven’t yet met.

39 Marine Road West,Morecambe LA3 1BZ, Telephone 01524 418201

The Rob RoyYour hosts Ian and Linda Woods extend the warmest welcome to this family run Northumberland Bed and Breakfast.

Dock Road Tweedmouth Berwick Upon Tweed T: 01289 306428

Netherleigh Guest HouseSelf contained accommodation97 Gerard RoadRotherhamSouth Yorkshire S60 2PNTel: 01709 382753

The Grey Nag’s HeadTraditional Friendly EnvironmentWe supply real ales

Located on Gateshead High Street219 High Street, Gateshead, NE8 1AS

GLEN ALLAN BlackpoolElaine and Mark welcome you to Glen Allan Guest House, where we will do everything to ensure your stay is special.

We are very well situated close to the town centre, Tower, Winter Gardens, Amusements, Beaches, North Train Station and Central Coach Station.

Blackpool has something to offer everyone,no matter what your age.

22 Hornby Road, Blackpool FY1 4QG (01253) 620838www.glenallanblackpool.co.uk

The Kinnaird Guesthouse situated close to the A8, serving Edinburgh from the west including Glasgow and Edinburgh Airport. All our rooms have been decorated to provide a warm, cosy environment for you to relax in and prices range from as little as £32 - £65.00 per night including VAT.The Kinnaird Guest House, 252 Morrison Street, Edinburgh EH3 8DTTelephone: 0131 229 0992 www.kinnairdguesthouses.co.uk

A warm welcome awaits your arrival at the Wheelers Rest Motel. This is the place to relax after a long journey. We provide a short or long stay bed and breakfast accommodation.

burgh-le-marsh skegness. www.wheelersrest.co.uk

Tel: 01754 810424 Fax: 01754 811266

SnoozeGuest accommodation


Open Sunday Lunchtime 12.00 noon to 3.00 p.m.Friday-Saturday Business Lunch 12.00 noon to 2.00 p.m.Three Course only £9.50

Open Seven Days a Week 6.00 p.m. to 11.30 p.m.Free Parking at Copthorne HotelLarge Parties and Corporate EventsSpecial Menus to Suit your BudgetPrivate Room Available – No Room Charge

Part of the Kevin Liu Restaurant Chain

Serving the North East since 1985

Situated on the Quayside opposite the Copthorne Hotel The

Old Bonded Warehouse Telephone 0191 2211 388

The OrchidChinese Restaurant


NorthumberlandNorthumberlandHadrian’s Wall - Northumberland 01434 344396 www.Hadrianswall-northumberland.comBamburgh Castle – Bamburgh 01668 214 515 www.bamburghcastle.comHexham Old Gaol- Hexham 01434 652 351www.tynedaleheritage.orgSouter Lighthouse – Whitburn 0191 529 3161 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/wsouterlighthouseWallington house, walled garden and grounds – Morpeth01670 773967 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/WallingtonLindisfarne priory and museum – Holy Island 01289 389200 www.English-heritage.org.uk/lindisfarneprioryFiFiFoFum – Newton, Nr. Corbridge 01661 843778www.fi fi fofum.comKielder water and forest park- Kielder 01434 220616www.visitkielder.comArbeia roman fort and museum – South Shields 0191 4561369 www.twmuseums.org.uk/arbeia

County DurhamCounty DurhamLocomotion: the national railway museum at shildon – Shildon 01388 777999 www.nrm.org.ukRaby Castle – Staindrop01883 660202 www.rabycastle.comWeardale Museum and High House Chapel – Ireshopeburn. Nr. Bishop Auckland01388 517433 www.weardalemuseum.co.ukOriental Museum – Durham 0191 334 5694 www.dur.ac.uk/orientalmuseumKillhope, the North of England Lead Mining Museum- Cowshill , Upper Weardale 01388 537505 www.killhope.org.uk

Tees ValleyTees ValleyHead of steam Darlington Railway Museum – Darlington01325 460532 www.drcm.org.ukMima – Institute of Modern Art, Middlesborough 01642 726720 www.visitmima.comCamerons Brewery Visitor Centre - Hartlepool 01429 868686 www.cameronsbrewery.comKirkleatham Owl Centre – Redcar 01642 480512 www.kirkleathamowlcentre.org.ukTransporter Bridge and visitor centre – Middlesborough 01642 27563 www.middlesborough.gov.ukOrmesby Hall – Ormesby 01642 324188 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-ormesbyhallCleveland Ironstone Mining Museum Saltburn-by-the-sea 01287 642877 www.ironstonemuseum.co.ukCaptain Cook Birthplace Museum – Marton Nr.Ormesby 01642 311211www.captcook-ne.co.ukDorman Museum – Middlesborough01642 813781www.dormanmuseum.co.ukHartlepool’s Maritime Experience - Hartlepool 01429 860077 www.hartlepoolsmaritimeexperience.comKirkleatham Museum – Redcar01642 479500

www.redcar-cleveland.gov.uk/museumsPreston Hall Museum – Stockton-on-Tees 01642 527375 www.Stockton.gov.uk/museums

Cumbria – The Lake DistrictCumbria – The Lake DistrictCarlisle Castle – Carlisle 01228 625600 www.English-heritage.org.uk/carlislecastleHolker Hall and Gardens – Cark in Cartmel, Nr Grange-over-sands01539 558328 www.holker.co.ukBirdsowald Roman Fort – Gilsland, Nr Brampton 01697 747602 www.English-heritge.org.ukThe Rheged Centre – Penrith 01768 868000 www.rheged.comGo Ape! High wire forest adventure – whinlatter forest park, Braithwaite nr Keswick0845 643 9215 www.goape.co.ukThe rum story – Whitehaven 01946 592933 www.rumstory.co.ukLevens Hall and Gardens – Levens Nr Kendal 01539 560321 www.levenshall.co.uk

EdinburghEdinburghThe Real Mary King’s close – Edinburgh 0870 243 0160 www.realmarykingsclose.comCraigmillar Castle –Edinburgh 0131 6614445 www.historic-scotland.gov.ukCamera Obscura and world of illusions – Edinburgh 01312263709 www.camera-obscura.co.ukNational museum of Scotland – Edinburgh 0131 225 7534 www.nms.ac.ukEdinburgh Zoo – Edinburgh 0131 334 9171 www.edinburghzoo.org.uk

Scottish BordersScottish BordersBowhill House and country park - Selkirk 01750 22204 www.buccleuch.comHarestanes countryside visitor centre ancrum, nr.jedburgh 01835830www.scotborders.gov.uk/harestanesFloors Castle – Kelso 01573 2233333 www.fl oorscastle.comPaxton House, Gallery and country park 01289 386291 www.paxtonhouse.comAbbotsford –Melrose 01896 752043 www.scottsabbotsford.co.ukMandertson – Duns, Berwickshire 01361 882636 www.manderston.co.ukMary of Scots visitor centre – Jedburgh 01835 863331 Dawyck Botanic Garden – Stobo, nr Peebles 01721 760254www.rbge.org.uk

Family Days OutFamily Days OutSeven Stories the centre for children’s books – Newcastle upon Tyne 0845 271 0777 www.sevenstories.org.ukNational Glass Centre – Sunderland 0191 5155555 www.nationalglasscentre.comCentre For Life – Newcastle 0191 243 8210 www.life.org.uk

Segedunum Roman Fort, Baths and museum – Wallsend 01912 369347 www.twmuseums.org.uk/segedunumDiscovery Museum – Newcastle 01912 326789 www.twmuseums.org.uk/discovery

OutdoorsOutdoorsAlnwick Castle – Alnwick 01665 510777 www.alnwickcastle.comBlue Reef Aquarium – Tynemouth 0191 258 1031 bluereefaquarium.co.ukWoodhorn Northumberland Museum, Archives and country park –Ashington 01670 528080www.experiencewoodhorn.comAlnwick Gardens – Alnwick 01665 511350 www.alnwickgarden.comThe Highland cattle centre – Stocksfi eld 01661 843228 www.thehighlandcattlecentre.co.uk

ZoosZoosAbbotsbury Swannery – Abbotsbury – Dorset 01305 871 858 www.abbotsbury-tourism.co.ukBanham Zoo – Banham- Norfolk01953 887771 www.banhamzoo.co.ukBeale wildlife gardens – Reading, Berkshire 01734845172 www.bealepark.co.ukBelfast Zoological Gardens – Belfast , Northern Ireland 02890776277 www.belfast.zoo.co.ukBlackpool Zoo – Blackpool, Lancashire01253830830 www.blackpoolzoo.org.ukBlair Drummond Safari Park – Blair Drummond, Scotland 01786841456 www.blairdrummond.comBlue Planet Aquarium – Ellesmere port, Cheshire 0151 3578800 www.sharkdives.blueplanetaquarium.com Bristol Zoo Gardens – Bristol, Avon 0117 973 8951 www.bristolzoo.org.ukBusbridge lakes ornamental waterfowl and gardens- Busbridge Lakes, Hambledon Road 01483 421 955 www.busbridgelakes.co.ukCombe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park – Ilfracombe, Devon 01271 882 486 www.dinosaur-park.comDrayton Manor Park And Zoo – Tamworth, Staffordshire 0844 472 1950 www.draytonmanor.co.ukDrusilla’s zoo park – Alfriston, East Sussex 0844 472 1950 www.drusillas.co.ukGreat Yarmouth Sea Life Centre – Marine Parade, Great Yarmouth 01493 330 631 www.sealifeeurope.comLondon butterfl y house – London, Syon Park, Brentford 020 8560 0378 Longleat Safari Park - Wiltshire 0)1985 844400 www.longleat.co.ukOceanarium Bournemouth – Bournemouth, Dorset 01202 311 993 www.oceanarium.co.uk Paignton zoo – Devon 01803 527936 www.paigntonzoo.org.ukWest Midland Safari Park – Worcestershire01299-402114 www.wmsp.co.uk

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The Crown Hotel is situated in the picturesque and peaceful village of Wetheral and is close to

the historic city of Carlisle and Hadrians Wall. The hotel can be easily reached by road as it is only two miles from either junction 42 or 43 of the M6 motorway. For guests travelling by rail the local railway station is just a short stroll from the hotel

and is on the Carlisle to Newcastle line.

The hotel offers a wide range of accommodation to suit everyone. All of our bedrooms are furnished

in a tasteful country style and offer ensuite bathroom, satellite television, tea & coffee making facilities, trouser press, direct dial telephone, iron, ironing board and hair dryer. WiFi connection is available in all bedrooms and is complimentary.

Crown Hotel, Wetheral, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA4 8ES (UK) T 01228 561888 · [email protected]

Executive RoomsA variety of rooms offering balconies or 4-poster beds. Two luxurious suites, Edenholme and Warwickholme, both of which offer a jacuzzi in the bathroom. Two self-contained cottages offering lounges and kitchens, as well as the usual bedroom and bathroom facilities.

Leisure Facilitiesindoor 12 metre deck level swimming pool, fully equipped gymnasium, two squash courts, saunas, solarium and steam room, along with two beauty rooms.

“The Conservatory” Restaurantoverlooks our beautiful landscaped gardens and offers guests a quality dining experience. Menus change frequently and feature a wide selection of local specialities and traditional dishes.

Waltons BarFor an informal and relaxed afternoon or evening why not enjoy a drink in Waltons, the Crown’s traditional village pub. Waltons also offers a tasty alternative to our main restaurant and serves snacks and bar meals in a relaxed atmosphere.

WeddingsThe Crown Hotel is one of Cumbria’s leading wedding venues and we can offer a variety of rooms which are perfect for any wedding celebration. The hotel can also host civil wedding ceremonies as all of our wedding rooms have been granted a civil licence.

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