Durham Tees Valley Local Attractions

Attractions Near Durham Tees Valley

Durham Cathedral

The imposing Durham cathedral is set on the hill overlooking the town. Its beautiful architecture and impressive interior make this a definite must-see when in the area. The cathedral is home to several tombs and known for its beauty.

Durham Castle

Durham Castle is home to the original college of Durham University.

Beamish open-air museum

Beamish Open-air museum is an outdoor experience of life in Britain in the 19th and 20th centuries.

The museum has recreated scenes and settings of markets, collieries and railway stations to enable visitors to experience past-Britain first-hand. You can walk into homes and shops to see what life was really like during the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Captain Cook Country

North Yorkshire is home to Captain Cook country. A number of tours, museums and various other attractions are what make Captain Cook country such an interesting place to visit.

Tees Forest

This community forest is ideal for pleasant walks through attractive scenery.