North East England Tourist Information

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Newcastle Gateshead, Northumberland, Durham and Tees Valley.

A region of award winning attractions and incredible experiences the North East will really inspire you to enjoy your break to the full. From bracing cliff top walks to cycling on tranquil forest trails you can choose to be as active or laid back as you like. The compact nature of the region means you can really fit a lot into your stay and with its amazing coastline, exciting cities and historic heritage sites, you'll certainly be spoilt for choice.

The region is abundant with water-sports; sailing, surfing, white water rafting and fishing to name but a few, it also draws walking enthusiasts from all over the UK who are bewitched by the beauty of its National Parks. For the serious sporting enthusiast Hadrians Cycleway provides the opportunity to take in Hadrians Wall plus numerous forts and museums along its 174 mile coast to coast route.

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The Culture

Culture hungry visitors will delight in Antony Gormley's Angel of the North, one of the most viewed pieces of public art in the world, with a wingspan purported to be as large as a jumbo jet. The chic Quayside of Newcastle Gateshead bustles with street cafes and nightlife, and is home to the BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art. The North East region boasts more castles than any other English region, a stark reminder of its border battles with Scotland.

Bamburgh Castle must surely deserve a special mention as one of Britain 's favourite views, set against the beautiful Bamburgh beach, it's the ideal location for photographers and artists alike.

 
Wildlife and Beaches

Parts of the North East are renowned as havens for wildlife; indeed the Farne Islands are home to Northern Europe 's largest grey seal colony. The stunning coastline of the region is certainly hard to resist, with Whitley Bay being possibly the best known of the area's beaches with its relaxed atmosphere and wonderful promenade, ideal for a sunny stroll. The region is blessed with several other award winning beaches; Roker, Seaburn and South Shields, whilst Longsands is extremely popular with water-sports enthusiasts.

A Haven for Food Lovers

The North East is a cornucopia of treasures for food-lovers with an abundance of wild game and seafood on offer. Craster Kippers are a regional breakfast favourite whilst Pease Pudding is one of the most famous dishes of the area, dating back to medieval times. With such a wide array of local beverages available, it would be almost rude not to sip a glass of the incredible Lindisfarne Meade, or sample the local tipple: Newcastle Brown Ale.