Other Regional Attractions

Durham makes a great base from which to visit other regional attractions.
More information is available from the Tourist Information Centre.

The following are within easy reach:

Beamish
The North of England Open-Air Museum.
Near Chester-le-Street.

The John & Josephine Bowes Museum
Fine art treasures in a French style chateau in Barnard Castle.

Washington Old Hall
The home of George Washington’s ancestors.

Raby Castle
Home of Lord Barnard, medieval castle set in 200 acres, near the village of Staindrop. Near Barnard Castle.

Hadrian’s Wall
Various forts, temples and turrets along the wall can be visited. Head for Hexham or Corbridge.