Heritage and Culture
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Step into the past in North East England.

North East England is steeped in heritage and culture, offering everything from medieval castles to world-renowned museums. Step back in time at Beamish, an open-air living museum that brings the region’s past to life, or explore the grandeur of Alnwick Castle, famously featured in films and home to the Duke and Duchess of Northumberland and steeped in centuries of history. Discover Hadrian's Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and walk in the footsteps of Roman soldiers at the remains of forts, settlements and milecastles at Vindolanda, Housesetads and Corbridge Roman Town or wander through Hexham Abbey, a beautiful place of worship dating back over 1,300 years.

In Newcastle take a trip down the Victoria Tunnel and uncover the stories of its use during the region's coal mining era as well as a bomb shelter during World War II. There’s history to uncover around every corner in the North East.At Raby Castle your clients can immerse themselves in centuries of history, explore breath-taking architecture, and embrace the natural beauty of the expansive grounds of this fine medieval castle.

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