NE Heritage

Dramatic, beautiful, historic and intriguing, are just some of the words you could use to describe the North East's historic buildings and monuments. We've selected just a few spectacular sites for you to visit!

Dating back to AD 547, Bamburgh Castle is still one of the finest castles in England. It is perched on a hill on the very edge of the North Sea at Bamburgh, Northumberland. Stunning views of the Farne Islands and Holy Island make Bamburgh Castle a must! http://www.bamburghcastle.com/

Calling all Harry Potter fans! Visit Alnwick Castle, the second largest inhabited castle in England, (the first being Windsor) and the film location for everything from Harry Potter to Blackadder! A glorious medieval castle full of drama and intrigue. There's more to see than you can shake a wand at! http://www.alnwickcastle.com/

Alnwick Garden in Northumberland is a magical landscape with spectacular water displays, wonderful gardens and one of the largest tree houses in the world. It's an opportunity for all to experience the arts, enjoy learning new skills and get outdoors for activity or relaxation. http://www.alnwickgarden.co.uk/

Gain a hint of what there is to experience at Durham Cathedral. The present Cathedral has stood on this spot as a place of prayer and pilgrimage for over 900 years. It is one of the most beautiful buildings in England (Bill Bryson called it 'the best Cathedral on planet Earth') http://www.durhamcathedral.co.uk/

Durham Castle is the hub of University College. A Grade I Listed Building, the Castle was previously the chief residence of the Bishops of Durham and as such played a significant role in the history of the United Kingdom. With the Cathedral just a stone's throw away, it is still very much an icon of County Durham. http://www.durhamcastle.com/

Visit Hadrians Wall for a flavour of the range of activities, attractions, accommodation and events in this unique part of England. Studded with forts, milecastles, temples and turrets, these 2000 year-old remains are brought to life by museums, reconstructions and fascinating visitor centres. http://www.hadrians-wall.org/