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English Heritage summer line-up of North East family fun with knights, Romans and medieval secrets
English Heritage
Kids can get up to 'Medieval Mischief' and learn all about the secrets of the past with activities at Belsay Castle, Warkworth Castle, Chesters Roman Fort and Tynemouth Priory over the school holidays
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New exhibition in Northumberland adds new layer of life to Brinkburn Priory's history
Rothbury
The 'blank canvas' of historic priory in Northumberland is transformed by new exhibition Material and Memory which it out to inspire visitors to think about the 'complicated layers of the building' says English Heritage
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Many North East attractions to offer free entry as Heritage Open Days event returns
Heritage
Take a look at some of the events taking place in the North East during HODs, which is held between 6-15 September
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Rescued treasures from Captain Cook voyage go on show for first time in 100 years
Hadrian's Wall
A 'globally important' shell collection that was saved from a skip and contains gems from a Captain Cook voyage will go on show in Northumberland after what English Heritage calls a 'miracle' find
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Royal Mail launches new stamps in tribute to Vikings featuring Northumberland castle
Royal Mail
The stamps, and a range of collectible products, are now available to pre-order from today
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Northumberland's Belsay Hall inspires Turner Prize nominee whose exhibition opens there this weekend
Northumberland
Ingrid Pollard created her new work There is Light in the Fissures in response to the Northumberland attraction where it will be on display in the hall and gardens until summer
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North East to get wildflower meadows to mark King's coronation
Environment
English Heritage is working with Plantlife on an initiative which will span the next 10 years
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All the North East venues taking part in National Lottery Open Week with free entry, discounts and special offers
National Trust
All visitors need is a lottery ticket or scratch card to take advantage of the range of promotions on at museums, art galleries, historical sites and more
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Milestone in Northumberland is listed for its historical value
Heritage
The easily-missed landmark at Heddon-on-the-Wall dates back to the 18th century
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Cost of living savings: Save at Sainsbury's, Iceland and The Entertainer in this week's deals
Days Out
Stock up for less, save on garden and theme park trips and give Newcastle's new restaurant a try in this week's offers round-up
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Tynemouth Food Festival celebrates a decade with a host of mouth-watering treats
Tynemouth
The popular epicurean event has grown from small beginnings to become a much looked forward to staple on the region’s culinary calendar with this year's outing set to be served up on May 7-8
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Christmas outdoor trail at Belsay Hall invites families to discover festive folklore
Christmas
An outdoor trail, mulled wine and marshmallows are on the menu at Belsay Hall, while other festive treats around Northumberland this weekend include a light trail at Alnwick Castle; a wonderland at Kielder and a Christmas Grotto at Woodhorn
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Discover the dazzling magic of Christmas at Gibside in Tyne and Wear
Things to do Newcastle
A brand new magical, after-dark, illuminated Christmas trail will open in Newcastle for the festive season - book your tickets now to avoid disappointment as capacity is limited
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10 ideas for North East outings for you and the family this half-term
Half-Term
From a Roman soldier drill to a Victorian fairgound ride, and from train rides to trails, here are some suggestions for how to occupy the kids during the school break
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Easter openings at National Trust and English Heritage sites across the North East
Easter
Top North East attractions are laying on Easter Egg hunts and nature activities for families throughout the holidays
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How to carve a turnip lantern and have a traditional Geordie Halloween
Halloween
Think Halloween celebrations are difficult this year? At least you can get a nice soft pumpkin to carve rather than a rock-hard turnip
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English Heritage reopening hours at Northumberland and North East sites this summer
Northumberland
Here's where you can book a day out now ahead of the reopening of English Heritage sites in July
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Five rewarding volunteering opportunities you can apply for today
English Heritage
Volunteering can be an extremely rewarding experience
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This generous landowner's gift to the nation: a Roman fort on Hadrian's Wall
Hadrian's Wall
Carrawburgh Fort, on the edge of the Roman empire, is the latest historic site in the national collection, and could have an amazing story to tell
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How a National Lottery ticket can get you free entry to Belsay Hall this month
English Heritage
As part of its 25th Birthday celebrations, The National Lottery is saying #ThanksToYou for raising around £30million for good causes every week
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New plaque for explorer Gertrude Bell - but not in her native North East
Heritage
Gertrude Bell was known as the female Lawrence of Arabia and a new plaque marks where the North East-born explorer lived for a time in London
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Why Cold War was a hot topic for Tynesider Michael Mulvihill
South Shields
Michael Mulvihill grew up with the threat of nuclear armageddon, and his Phd work centred on the Cold War features on BBC4 tonight
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When turnips were used instead of pumpkins for Halloween lanterns in Britain
English Heritage
Carving a Halloween lantern used to be a lot harder when there were fewer pumpkins to be had in Britain
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Multi-million pound scheme to revive one of the region's greatest gardens
Northumberland
Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens to be rejuvenated thanks to £5.5m investment scheme, and visitors can watch as the new-look site takes shape
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