Things To Do

These links are to few of the many attractions which are within an easy distance from 'Swinkly Cottage' in Eggleston...

Durham Castle & Cathedral, Durham City- A magnificent Norman cathedral founded in 1093, it is the shrine of St. Cuthbert and a focus of Christian worship on the Diocese of Durham. Tel: (0191) 3864266 www.durhamcathedral.co.uk email: enquiries@durhamcathedral.co.uk

Escomb Church, Near Bishop Auckland - Newly restored Saxon church dating from 7th Century and built of stone from Binchester Roman Fort. One of the finest examples of Early Christian architecture in Northern Europe.Tel:(01388)662265

Beamish Open Air Museum,Beamish - As one of Britain's leading tourist attractions 'Beamish Open Air Museum' aims to recreate life in the North of England in the early 1800's and 1900's. Tel:(01207) 231811 www.beamish.org.uk email:museum@beamish.org.uk

Bowes Museum,Barnard Castle - A french-style chateau houses one of Britain's finest museums right here in Teesdale. It's collections include;french paintings, furniture, ceramics, and textiles. Tel: (01833) 690606 www.durham.gov.uk/bowes

Hamsterley Forest - A 5,000 acre forest which has beautiful forest & riverside walks as well as facilities for cycling, ponytrekking and an adventure play area. Tel:(01388) 488312

Raby Castle, Staindrop - Home of Lord Barnard's family for over 370 years, Raby is one of the country's most impressive medieval castles. Tel: (01833) 660202 www.rabycastle.com or email:rabyestate@rabycastle.com

Hall Hill Open Family Farm, Lanchester - A farm set in attractive countryside; gives children the opportunity to see and touch animals at close quarters. Tel:(01388) 730300 www.hallhillfarm.co.uk

Killhope Lead Mining Centre, Upper Weardale - This brilliant 'hands on' family attraction explores the life of North Pennine Lead Mining Families. Tel: (01388) 537505 www.durham.gov.uk/killhope email:killhope@durham.gov.uk