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Time Travelling in the Northeast

Time Travelling in the Northeast
This nostalgic tour transports us back in time, to Victorian days in Preston Park, a look back to life in the Northeast from 1820 – 1950’s with a visit to the fascinating, living museum of Beamish and we discover over 200 years of railway history at the Head of Steam.

Your Itinerary

Monday 11th: We leave home this morning and make our way towards Durham and the Redworth Hall Hotel, arriving later this afternoon.
Tuesday 12th: We begin today with a cruise on the Teesside Princess. We glide through the picturesque countryside on the banks of the river Tees until we reach the impressive market town of Yarm, with its beautiful railway viaduct, cobbled streets and an array of places to shop and enjoy lunch. This afternoon we are transported back to the Victorian era with a visit to Preston Park, absorb the atmosphere and browse the traditional shops and blacksmiths.
Wednesday 13th: Beamish the world-famous living museum is our first stop today. We travel from the 1820’s to the 1950’s where the history of Northeast England is brought back to life. From pit villages to farms, Pockerley Hall and the recreated town with the fabulous tramway. Our day ends with a delightful scenic ride on the Weardale Railway.
Thursday 14th: We are joined by a guide today who will take us on a journey through railway history. Beginning with a visit to the Head of Steam, a newly restored centre commemorating 200 years of rail travel. We later move onto Shildon and Locomotion, home to many famous locomotives.
Friday 15th: We leave the hotel after breakfast and embark on the first leg of our journey. After taking a break for lunch, we continue homewards, arriving later this afternoon.

Your Hotel

Redworth Hall, Durham
Redworth Hall Hotel is a stunning Jacobean house offering a traditional atmosphere with a modern twist. Features include leisure facilities, including an indoor swimming pool, gym, spa pool, steam room and solarium.

Your Tour Includes

 All Travel by Executive Coach
 Four Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
 Teesside Princess Cruise
 Entrance to Preston Park
 Beamish Living Museum
 Weardale Railway
 Guided Tour of Head of Steam & Shildon
 Porterage
Departure DateHotelDaysAvailablePrice (Adult)Pick Up Points 
11 Aug 2025REDWORTH HALL 5 days 10+ £635.00 View Locations Book Now