Days out in North East England
Check out our four flexible day-out ideas for your Boundless membership
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Newcastle
Discover Newcastle's city-centre highlights, from natural history and archaeology to local food and a peaceful wetland escape just outside the city.
9:30 AM
Great North Museum: Hancock – Explore natural history, archaeology and ancient cultures, including the museum's famous T. rex replica. Park at Eldon Square or Grainger Town and walk into the city centre. Admission to the museum is free to all.
12:30 PM
Lunch in Newcastle – A 10 minute walk into the Grainger Market area. Explore restaurant and dining offers on the tastecard app.
2:30 PM
WWT Washington – A 20 minute drive via the A19. Free on-site parking. Explore wetland trails, spot wildlife and enjoy a quieter afternoon in nature with unlimited general admission to WWT centres.
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tastecard | WWT
Please note: WWT Washington has seasonal opening times, so please check the WWT website for the latest opening hours before booking your tickets.
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Durham
Combine art and history in County Durham, starting at the grand Bowes Museum before heading to Barnard Castle and finishing with an afternoon exploring historic Durham.
9:30 AM
The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle – Park in the museum's free on-site car park. Explore its French-style galleries, fine-art collections and famous Silver Swan automaton. Free entry with The National Art Pass.
1:00 PM
Lunch in Barnard Castle – A five-minute walk into the town centre for cafés, restaurants and independent shops. Explore restaurant and dining offers on the tastecard app.
2:30 PM
Durham city and Cathedral Museum – Around 40 minute drive via the A688/A167. Explore the historic streets around Durham Cathedral, visit Durham Cathedral Museum and discover the city's medieval architecture. The National Art Pass holders can save 50% on admission to the museum.
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tastecard | The National Art Pass
Note: Durham Cathedral is free to visit, but opening times can vary because it is a working church. Check current visiting information before travelling.
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York
Explore the quieter side of Yorkshire, with a historic country house near York, lunch in the city and the option to finish with an adults-only countryside stay.
9:30 AM
Nunnington Hall – Explore this picturesque Yorkshire manor house, its period rooms, gardens and riverside setting. Free entry with The National Art Pass.
12:30 PM
Lunch in York – Head into the city for lunch and time to explore the historic centre. Explore restaurant and dining offers on the tastecard app.
3:00 PM
Explore York – Wander the Shambles, riverside and historic streets, or take some time to visit the city's shops and cafés.
5:00 PM
Optional adults-only overnight stay at Nidd Hall – Around 40 minutes' drive from York towards Harrogate. Unwind at this Warner Hotels with dining, entertainment and spa facilities available as part of your stay.
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tastecard | The National Art Pass | Warner Hotels
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Doncaster
Enjoy a family day out with wildlife, open spaces and plenty of time to relax before an evening of food and cinema in Doncaster.
9:30 AM
Yorkshire Wildlife Park – Spend the morning exploring the park's wildlife habitats, spotting endangered species and catching daily talks and keeper activities. Save up to 31% with Kids Pass.
12:30 PM
Lunch in Doncaster – Head into Doncaster town centre and explore a range of restaurants and cafés on the tastecard app.
3:00 PM
Vue Doncaster – Take inan afternoon or evening film and save on tickets with The Cinema Society. Located at Frenchgate Shopping Centre, with nearby parking and easy access from the town centre.
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tastecard | Kids Pass | The Cinema Society
Important information
Information correct at the time of publication. These flexible itineraries are provided for inspiration and are not guaranteed schedules. Times are approximate, and it may not be possible to complete every stop on every date. Visit and journey times will vary depending on opening hours, last admission, queues, availability, temporary closures, travel conditions, accessibility requirements and your pace. Check current venue, transport and booking information before travelling.
Benefits are available to eligible members with an active Boundless membership and, where required, an activated benefit or partner pass. Boundless Plus benefits are marked. Participating venues, offers and availability may change or be withdrawn. Exclusions, restricted dates and other limitations may apply.
Some benefits require advance booking, while others cannot be used to pre-book. Admission may be subject to availability or the next available time slot. Check the tastecard app for current participating locations, valid days and restrictions.
You may need to show your membership card, relevant pass and valid photo identification. See each linked benefit or provider page for full terms and conditions.
The venues, restaurants and transport services featured are operated by third parties. Boundless cannot guarantee their opening times, availability, admission, services or journey times and is not responsible for changes or disruption outside its reasonable control. Nothing in this notice excludes or limits liability where it cannot lawfully be excluded.
Information correct as of 4 September 2026