Beauty and Power of Nature

The museum was founded in 1846, becoming the first museum in the country, created outside the capital at the expense of the local budget. The collection, in addition to exhibits from the field of history and science, from the very beginning included works of fine art. In 1879, the museum moved to the present building with a winter garden (greenhouse).
The greenhouse suffered during the Second World War and then was pulled down, but in 2001 a new winter garden was created. Currently, the garden grows more than 2000 flowers and plants from all over the world. Here you can see koi carps and stroll along the viewing platform under the dome.
Note that the museum is closed on Sunday.

Opened in 1871, Souter lighthouse is a magnificent spot. For a reasonable fee, you can enter. The views from the lighthouse and around the area are beautiful. The sea is breathtaking. There are beautiful gardens on all sides of the lighthouse. A place with light keeper living spaces, also accessible and full of interesting objects.
To the south of the lighthouse is the Whitburn Coastal Park and a nature reserve - reclaimed land, now a paradise for wild animals.
Please note, the lighthouse is closed 13:00-13:30 daily.

Welcome to Blackfriars, believed to be the oldest purpose built dining room in the UK! Take your time and enjoy fantastic food in a pleasant atmosphere. Roast Northumbrian rump of beef and the Haddock with Haricot Beans and Miso are highly recommended.
Open Hours (Lunch): Monday - Saturday: 12:00-14:30 Sunday: 12:00-16:00
For more information about opening times, please visit the official website.

The Gibside is one of the few surviving parks of the 18th century. The estate, commissioned by the coal baron George Bowes. Major attractions include a neoclassical chapel, a restored stable block and great ruins.
You will discover a beautiful view of the Dervent valley, winding paths and open spaces. Stroll through the gardens and go for a relaxing walk. Here you can avoid the hustle and bustle in the gardens, woodlands and countryside - ideal for observing wildlife.
Note that last entry into Gibside is at 16:30.

Beautiful parks next to fantastic South Shields beaches. They have a lovely layout, stunning lake, and a truly real mini steam train running on a small circuit. This is a great location for kids as besides the seafront there is a mini seafront fair with rides and attractions too.

Modern sculpture created by Anthony Gormley. The wings of the sculpture are inclined at an angle of 3.5 degrees forward. The sculptor explains that with this he wanted to create a “sense of embrace”. Work on the preparation of the project began in 1994, the total cost amounted to about 1 million pounds. Most of the funding for the project was undertaken by the National Lottery. The construction of the Angel was completed by February 16, 1998.
When it was installed, the Angel of the North caused controversy among locals and in British newspapers, but is now regarded as a landmark in North East England. According to the sculptor, with his work he wanted to pay tribute to the miners who once worked in this region, and also show the transition from the industrial to the information age and embody our hopes and fears.

This bar serves British dishes. Many customers recommend ordering a good lamb, roast beef and roast turkey here. Church Mouse is well-known for its deliciously cooked toffee pudding, crumble and ice cream. In this place, be sure to try a good ale, beer or wine. Great service is a big plus of the Church Mouse.

Tomorrow you are waiting for new experiences, you go to the Hadrian's Wall, which was built under the Romans. And it crosses the British island from north to south. Then you go to the house of Sir Charles's, which is surrounded by a garden, lakes and forest. Also tomorrow you will visit the modern art gallery, which is located in the Victorian warehouse. You will get acquainted with the works of art, sculpture, with high-quality handmade work and design.