Eslington Villa is perfectly placed for a visit to Newcastle, Gateshead and the surrounding counties and coastlines of Northumberland and County Durham. There is so much to see and do, from historic castles to iconic sculpture and from a world class concert hall to rolling golden beaches, the region has something for everyone. Below are just some of the highlights:
Theatre Royal
The Theatre Royal is one of the region’s finest theatres, playing host to the biggest names in dance, drama, music and comedy. It is the regional home of the Royal Shakespeare Company, The National Theatre, Rambert Dance Company and Opera North. Performances includes the biggest and best west end musicals and productions, thought provoking drama and a programme of acclaimed international dance – not forgetting the region’s most popular Christmas pantomime! www.theatreroyal.co.uk
English Heritage
From the dramatic castles of Northumberland such as Dunstanburgh and Warkworth to the world heritage site of Hadrian’s Wall, English Heritage have many properties and historic sites in the North East region
www.english-heritage.org.uk
National Trust
Just a short drive from Eslington Villa you will find Gibside, one of several National Trust properties in the region. Also worth a visit is Cragside House and Gardens – the first house in the world to be lit by hydroelectric power. www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Angel of the North
Anthony Gormley’s world famous and much talked about sculpture looks over both the A1 motorway and the north east mainline into Newcastle and Gateshead, just less than a mile from the hotel. Erected in 1998, ‘the angel’ is one of the region’s most iconic images and a visitor attraction in it’s own right. www.gateshead.gov.uk/angel
The Sage Gateshead
This magnificent Norman Foster designed building sits proudly on the banks of the Tyne on Gateshead’s quayside. The building is the home of Northern Sinfonia and the building has a year round programme of a wide range of music including classical, folk, pop, rock, jazz, electronic and dance. Nationally and international renowned musicians and performers have performed here – from Jose Carreras to Billy Brag. www.thesagegateshead.org
Photo: Richard Bryant
BALTIC
Housed in a landmark industrial building on the south bank of the River Tyne in Gateshead, BALTIC is the biggest gallery of its kind in the world, presenting a dynamic, diverse and international programme of contemporary visual art. BALTIC has no permanent collection, providing instead an ever-changing calendar of exhibitions and activities, ranging from blockbuster exhibitions to innovative new work and art created within the local community. www.balticmill.com
Beamish Open Air Museum
This award-winning museum is set in 300 acres of beautiful County Durham countryside. Take a tram ride into the past to see what life was really like in North East England in the early 1800s and early 1900s. A whole day out for visitors of all ages and just ten miles from Eslington Villa Hotel. www.beamishmuseum.org.uk
Durham
Famed for it's magnificent cathedral and castle, which are jointly a Unesco World Heritage site, Durham is a charming university town, nestled on the banks of the river Wear. Its pretty cobbled streets are lined with smart boutiques, restaurants and bars, making the town a great place for a day trip. There are beautiful walks along the river banks with sculpture along the way and the town also has attractions such as the Gala Theatre, the Botanical Gardens and the Oriental and Durham Light Infantry Museums. www.visitcountydurham.com
For more information visit www.visitnortheastengland.com and www.newcastlegateshead.com
