Attractions in Holystone & Things to Do in Holystone
(and nearby)

Cragside (6 Miles)*
Enter the world of Lord Armstrong - Victorian inventor, innovator and lanscape genius. Cragside house was the wonder of its age, and the 1st house in the world to be lit by hydro-electricity.
Herterton House Garden and Nursery (8 Miles)*
Created by Frank and Marjorie Lawley since 1976, this is a small (1 acre) new country garden on 17th Century lines.
Wallington Hall (11 Miles)*
Wallington Hall in Northumberland has a number of interesting claims to fame. It has the largest farm shop on any National Trust property.
Alnwick Castle (16 Miles)*
The mighty medieval fortress of Alnwick Castle is one of Europe's finest, set in a stunning landscape.
Belsay Hall (16 Miles)*
With its 19th century hall, Grade I listed gardens and 14th century castle, Belsay Hall is one of the best-value days out in Northumberland.
Chillingham Castle (17 Miles)*
This remarkable castle with its alarming dungeons and torture chamber has, since the twelve-hundreds, been continuously owned by the family of the Earls Grey and their relations.
Jedforest Deer & Farm Park (19 Miles)*
For a great family day out that's really different, why not explore the farm with a difference? Admire our magnificent herds of deer and find out more about farming today.
Howick Hall Gardens (20 Miles)*
The gardens at Howick are deliberately aimed at garden lovers and we intend to keep them free from commercial exploitation.
Woodhorn Museum (21 Miles)*
Woodhorn, just 20 minutes north of Newcastle Upon Tyne, is an amazing day out for all ages at any time of year.Inspired by monster coal cutting machines once used deep underground, the stunning Cutt
Dunstanburgh Castle (21 Miles)*
Standing on a dramatic headland overlooking the North East coast, Dunstanburgh was once the largest castle in Northumberland.
Chesters Roman Fort (21 Miles)*
Chesters Roman Fort and Museum is the best preserved Roman cavalry fort in Britain and as such makes a very interesting place to visit.
Housesteads Roman Fort (22 Miles)*
Housesteads claim to fame is that it is the most complete example of any Roman fort remaining in Britain.
Jedburgh Abbey (22 Miles)*
Jedburgh Abbey is one of the border abbeys founded by David I around 1138 for Augustinian canons.
Mary Queen of Scots Visitor Centre (22 Miles)*
This impressive 16th century house, set in a garden of pear trees, interprets the tragic life and times of Mary Queen of Scots.
Hexham Racecourse (23 Miles)*
Perched on Yarridge Heights high above the historic market town, Hexham Racecourse has been the home of National Hunt racing in Northumberland for well over a century. It is now Northumberland's only racecourse.
Farne Islands (24 Miles)*
A visit to the Farne Islands is like a trip to another land – one inhabited by thousands of nesting seabirds rarely seen on mainland Britain.
Bamburgh Castle (25 Miles)*
Standing on a rocky outcrop overlooking miles of beautiful sandy beach, Bamburgh Castle dominates the Northumbrian landscape.
Floors Castle (25 Miles)*
The largest inhabited house in Scotland, home to the Duke and Duchess of Roxburghe and set in the heart of the Scottish Borders Countryside.
Kelso Racecourse (25 Miles)*
Horse racing at Kelso offers the unique charm of a bygone era, coupled with the very best in modern facilities.
Path Head Water Mill (26 Miles)*
Path Head Water Mill offers a great day out for all the family. Visitors can see the changes and amazing progress made to date in restoring this once derelict site in Blaydon.
Lindisfarne Priory (27 Miles)*
Home to the Lindisfarne Gospels, a trip to Holy Island and the ruins of Lindisfarne Priory have all the ingredients for a great family day out in Northumberland.
Seaton Delaval Hall (27 Miles)*
Seaton Delaval Hall is a splendid English baroque house, regarded by many as Sir John Vanbrugh's masterpiece.
Lindisfarne Castle (27 Miles)*
Perched atop a rocky crag and accessible over a causeway at low tide only, Lindisfarne Castle presents an exciting and alluring aspect.
Great North Museum (28 Miles)*
The Great North Museum is the North East's premier natural science museum. Permanent Displays include Land of the Pharaohs, Living Planet and Earthworks.
Discovery Museum (28 Miles)*
Discovery Museum is the ideal place to find out all about life on Tyneside, from the region's shipbuilding heritage to inventions which changed the world.
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.



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