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Kids Days Out in Tyne and Wear |
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We
always suggest you ring beforehand if visiting with disabled children
as all attractions within the place you are visiting may not be
accessible, depending on disablement, and whether or not if you have a
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Doing What |
Wheelchair friendly |
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WWT Washington,
The
Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust, District 15, Washington, Tyne
and Wear, NE38 8LE Tel 0191 416 5454 www.wwt.org.uk |
100 acres of stunning wetland and woodland. Hundreds of rare and endangered ducks, geese and swans, and a colourful breeding colony of Chilean Flamingos. cafe & terrace, Wetland Discovery Centre, picnic areas, gift/book shop. |
Excellent Access |
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Seven Stories,
The Centre for Children's Books, 30, Lime Street, Newcastle
upon Tyne, NE1 2PQ Tel: 0845 271 0777 www.sevenstories.org.uk |
Children love to be inspired and
have their imaginations fired at Seven Stories, the Centre for
Children's Books. Exhibitions. Weekend & holiday drop-in sessions.
School & group visits Cafe. |
Yes |
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Newcastle City
Sightseeing start point: Central Station (2 tours available) website |
See the sights of this elegant Victorian and modern city from our open-top buses. tour includes Eldon Square, St James's Park, Gateshead Millennium Bridge, The Sage and much more. Hop on and off all day. |
No, but driver will assist. |
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English
Heritage. English Heritage locations throughout Tyne & Wear www.english-heritage.org.uk |
From castles to stately homes, ruins and palaces for the whole family to enjoy. Regular fun events and activities: many great ideas for school and educational trips. |
Many of our attractions are disabled-friendly |
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South Tyneside
City Sightseeing start point: South Shields Metro station (stand N) website |
See the stunning coastal scenery including Marsden Grotto and Souter Point lighthouse, go inland to Bede's World and see much more from our open-top buses. Hop on and off all day | . |
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Battle Stations, off the A689 Wynyard to Sedgefield Road, Wynyard, Billingham, TS22 5NW Tel: 0792 167 8249 |
UK's only PAINTBALL FOR KIDS. Players age 8+. 27,000 sq ft arena with maze, woodland & special effects. Safety briefing, overalls, protective mask, guns, unlimited balls, 2hr game, party room/picnic area for £15 ea. |
Our site is woodland and the ground may be difficult and dangerous for wheelchairs. |
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Paintball
Newcastle,
Wayside Cottage, Spawell Road, Axwell Park, Blaydon, Newcastle,
NE21 6RS website |
Our site has been established for over 10 years now - so we know what we're doing when it comes making sure you have an exhilarating, adrenaline-pumping time! Only five minutes from Newcastle city centre. |
No |
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Centre
for Life, Times Square,
Newcastle, NE1 4EP, Tel: 0191 243 8210 |
Watch live science demonstrations in the Life Theatre and enjoy the thrills of The Motion Ride. Stunning shows projected on a 360 degree domed ceiling above your head. Cafe, shop. |
Yes
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Discovery
Museum, Blandford Square, Newcastle upon Tyne. NE1 4JA, |
Discover the chequered history of Newcastle upon Tyne, from Romans and Knights to ship-builders and pitmen. Important collections of maritime and social history. |
To be advised |
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Reef Aquarium, Grand Parade, Tynemouth, Tyne & Wear,
NE30 4JF, Tel 0191 258 1031 |
Marine Life - Over 30 living displays feature amazing aquatic life including tropical sharks octopus, seahorses, giant crabs and piranhas. |
To be advised |
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Quay Community Farm, Hainingwood Terrace,
Bill Quay, NE10 0UE, Tel: 0191 433 5780. |
The farm has developed into a rare breeds centre with animals including cows, goats, pigs, sheep, chickens and rabbits. Art Trail, Cafe. |
To be advised |
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Childhood
Memories Toy Museum, Palace Building, Grand Parade, Tynemouth, North Shields, NE30 4JH |
A great Toy Museum with plenty to see from the late 1800s onwards. |
To be advised |
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Crowtree
Leisure Centre, Crowtree Road, Sunderland, SR1 3EL, |
Leisure Pool with Hydroslide, Learner Pool and Diving Tank, Sauna/Steam Room, Soft Play |
Yes |
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Segedunum Roman Fort, Baths & Museum Buddle Street, Wallsend,NE28 6HR, Tel: 0191 236 9347 |
This museum combines the excavated remains of the fort with spectacular reconstructions and exciting, hands-on museum displays to show what life was like in Roman Britain |
To be advised |
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Tanfield
Railway, Old Marley Hill, Sunniside, Gateshead, NE16 5ET, |
Historic
railway to move coal from nearby collieries to ships on the River
Tyne. |
To be advised |
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National
Glass Centre, Liberty Way
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This great glass centre celebrates Sunderland's place in the history of glass. See glass being blown and even have a go yourself. Restaurant, shop. |
To be advised |
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Bounce,
Unit F, Progressive Court, Blyth Industrial Estate, Spencer Road, Blyth, NE24 5IG, |
Indoor Play Area - Covering 11,000 square feet, this adventure play area contains 3 levels of play structure including ball pools and wavy slides. Toddler and baby area, cafe. Disabled facilities. |
Yes |
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Adventurelands
Family Entertainment Centre, Benton
Road, Newcastle upon Tyne. NE7 7DT |
Three massive age related play frames, featuring including Spaceship frame featuring tube slides, dizzy disks, ball juggler and activity panels. Bistro. |
To be advised |
