Top Things to do in North East England
Top Hotels in North East England
- 1. Maldron Hotel Newcastle
- 2. Malmaison Newcastle
- 3. Innside Newcastle
- 4. Travelodge Durham
- 5. Radisson Blu Hotel Durham
- 6. The Beaumont Hexham, Hotel
- 7. Travelodge Newcastle Quayside
- 8. Crowne Plaza Newcastle - Stephenson Quarter, an IHG Hotel
- 9. Premier Inn Newcastle City Centre (The Gate) hotel
- 10. Premier Inn Berwick-Upon-Tweed Hotel
What to do and see in North East England, England: The Best Churches & Cathedrals
Discover the best top things to do in North East England, United Kingdom including Gateshead Hebrew Congregation, St. Brandon's Church, Brancepeth, St Mary the Virgin, Newcastle Cathedral, St Peter's Church, Durham Cathedral, Escomb Saxon Church, St Peter's Church, The Parish Church of Saint Mary the Virgin, Church of St Mary and St Cuthbert.
Restaurants in North East England
1. Gateshead Hebrew Congregation
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
2. St. Brandon's Church, Brancepeth
3. St Mary the Virgin
4. Newcastle Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 577 reviews
Newcastle Cathedral holds the story of the City in its stones and monuments. Located in the heart of Old Newcastle, it is a medieval church building of architectural interest with a spectacular lantern tower and filled with a superb collection of monuments, ledger stones and stained glass describing interesting people and events of importance to the history of the city and the region. The collection contains work by nationally and internationally reputed sculptors and craftspeople, including glass artist Leonard Evetts, 19th century woodcarver Ralph Hedley, and sculptor EH Bailey who was also responsible for Grey's Monument, and illustrates many of the ways in which contemporary local, regional and national culture has been shaped. Look out for mermaids, wild men, Roman senators, romantic ladies or even a precious medieval stained glass portrait of Mary and the infant Christ. Open: Sun 7:30am-5:30pm; Mon-Fri 7am-6:30pm; Sat & Bank Holidays 8am-4pm. Free entry; suggested donation £5pp.
Reviewed By Newbiggin_Man - Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, United Kingdom
St Nicholas Cathedral is a very impressive building on the inside, which is not really reflected by its exterior. We attended the Bobby Robson Foundation concert and thoroughly enjoyed it. It was different to what either of us had been to before and the acts made it a great experience. If you like old church buildings then St Nicholas is a great one to visit and if you haven't been to one before then it is an ideal place to start as it is very welcoming. I've been to a number of cathedrals, including Durham and York and have always felt that St Nicholas is more intimate.
5. St Peter's Church
6. Durham Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,765 reviews
Durham Cathedral welcomes non-flash visitor photography. We have been a place of worship, welcome and hospitality for almost one thousand years. We rely on donations, and we suggest you give £3 per person to support the Cathedral's future. Located at the heart of the Durham UNESCO World Heritage Site, Durham Cathedral is one of the finest examples of Romanesque architecture in Europe. Built in 1093, the Cathedral is famous as the Shrine of St Cuthbert and the resting place of the Venerable Bede. Durham Cathedral also boasts the most intact surviving set of medieval monastic buildings in the UK. These spectacular spaces house Open Treasure, a world-class visitor experience which reveals the remarkable story of Durham Cathedral and its incredible collections through temporary and permanent exhibits for visitors of all ages. Charges apply to group tours, public tours and Open Treasure.
Reviewed By RafalWVIIX - Skoki, Poland
Durham Cathedral was second best place I'd a chance to visit during my short trip around north-east England. The Cathedral Church of Christ, Blessed Mary the Virgin and St Cuthbert of Durham is magnificent example of late Romanesque architecture with Gothic features incorporated here and there, that created harmonious whole. I would say, that Durham's Cathedral is fine example of transition form from late Romanesque style to the new, Gothic style. Construction of cathedral started in 1093, and took several decades, Stone edifice was erected in place of much smaller and humbler Anglo-Saxon wooden church. In thirteen century cathedral was already in need of repairing. Along with those necessary works, cathedral's expansion has progressed. From three towers that cathedral has acquired that time, the central one was damaged by lightning and then was rebuilt in 15th century. Thanks to new techniques developed during Medieval period cathedral was equipped with new rose and pointed arch windows characteristic for newborn architectural style that was taking over Europe, namely, Gothic. In 17th century cathedral was used as makeshift prison after the Battle of Dunbar. The prisoners, kept in inhumane conditions, destroyed much of the woodwork. These damages were partly restored in second half of 17th century by Bishop John Cosin. Works carried out in 18th and 19th centuries considerably altered cathedral's character. Much of the outer stone work of the cathedral was smoothed off and most of the Chapter House was demolished. Cosin's wooden organ screen was removed. During Victorian restoration Cathedral's central tower was refurbished, also new marble choir screen and pulpit in the Crossing were added. 20th century brought along with it restoring the Shrine of St Cuthbert behind the High Altar. Current, 21st century witnessed some more changes that took place in cathedral's interior. Two altars in Nine Altars Chapel were re-dedicated and new painting and sculptures were placed there. The Durham's Cathedral is a must see for everyone who's roaming around north-east England. What's made the greatest impression on me, were in the first place massive, Romanesque columns, and omnipresent arches. The Cathedral has unique atmosphere, and the play between the light and the shadow within its walls is truly amazing. Its exterior is no less impressive. One of the best cathedrals I'd ever seen. Period.
7. Escomb Saxon Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 88 reviews
Reviewed By Sean002 - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
This is a wondrous small Church and amazing to see it standing proud after having been on the site since around 675AD.It also has the oldest sun dial in its original setting in the Country and lots more of significant historical interest.
8. St Peter's Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By rita212016 - Sunderland, United Kingdom
well worth visiting just for the history you will be suprised at what history this area has vikings and stories about the monks that once lived there
9. The Parish Church of Saint Mary the Virgin
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 412 reviews
Reviewed By wends1 - Arbroath, United Kingdom
Well worth a visit, was very informative, very peaceful and relaxing, leave a message or sit and reflect, the atmosphere is very calming
10. Church of St Mary and St Cuthbert
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By mrgrahamb2015 - Chester-le-Street, United Kingdom
This beautiful Church in the heart of Chester-le-Street, County Durham, dates back to 883. The oldest surviving translation of the Gospels into English was done here and this was the original Cathedral before Durham Cathedral was built. There is just so much historic value here to see and touch that I can not put in to words. Volunteer guides are on site who have a fantastic knowledge of the Church, it's history and the surrounding area. If you are visiting County Durham, this is a site that you must not miss. Amazing!
