MUSEUMS - MUSEUM ATTRACTIONS

Malton North Yorkshire. Tel 01653 697777 Housed within the grounds of an original World War Two prisoner of war camp a museum that stands as a tribute to all people, civilian and military, who endured hardship throughout WWII. Sights, sounds and smells create a very unique atmosphere which takes you back in time to wartime Britain.

Sunderland Tyne & Wear. Tel 01915 190662 We have a number of displays reflecting military and aviation history across the north east. Over thirty aircraft on display in various phases of restoration as well as numerous vehicles and other military related material. Learn more about the service personnel and civilians during the twentieth century.

Hawes North Yorkshire. Tel 01969 666210 Discover our fascinating history and make your visit to the Yorkshire Dales a special one. There's always something interesting happening at the museum from exhibitions and projects to all year special events. We also have research facilities packed full of archive material on Dales history.

Newcastle upon Tyne Tyne & Wear. Tel 01912 438210 The centre is for fun, educational days for kids, families and adults. Our packed programme includes science activities for all ages from pre-school to adults from the experiment zone, 4D motion ride to planetarium to curiosity zone including exhibitions to science theatre and super cells.

Lanehead County Durham. Tel 01388 537505 The best preserved lead mining site in Britain at the heart of what was the largest lead mining area, the North Pennines. The museum explores the lives of the Victorian mining families, come and see our exhibitions, guided mine tours, events and workshops. Cafe and shop also on site.

North Bailey County Durham. Tel 0191 3782372 Relive the story of Durham from medieval times to the 20th century in this excellent local history museum. Enjoy models of the medieval city and 19th century market place and explore the reconstruction of a Victorian prison cell. The museum shop has a range of souvenirs and gifts.

Newcastle upon Tyne Tyne & Wear. Tel 0191 208 6765 The museum was purpose built as a natural history museum in 1884 and since then has grown to house a range of exhibitions including a detailed history of Hadrian's wall world heritage site, ancient Egyptians Greek and Etruscan art and archaeology, showcases from across the world.

York North Yorkshire. Tel 01904 687687 Delve into the past this year as we take you on an unforgettable journey down memory lane. Head back in a time when Britain ruled the world as you wander down the recreated Victorian street and experience the sights and the sounds and meet the friendly folk behind the Victorian shop fronts.

York North Yorkshire. Tel 01904 615505 You are standing on the site of one of the most famous and astounding discoveries of modern archaeology. The remains of 1,000 year old houses are revealed beneath your feet, and with new audio and video displays help you to investigate all of the information gathered from the 5-year long dig.

Haworth West Yorkshire. Tel 01535 642323 Once the home of the Bronte family, you can discover more about each of the house's room with a visit to the Parsonage. The library now contains the world's most comprehensive collection of Bronte manuscripts, letters, early editions of the novels and poetry, the famous family and their work.