some great places to visit!

Mima - Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art, experience a taste of culture in Middlesbrough and visit one of the Uk's leading galleries for modern and contemporary art and craft.

Preston Hall Museum & Park, the museum tells the story of the local region, from the Dark Ages to the present day, through exhibitions, period rooms and a recreated Victoria open air street.

Salthome RSPB, an awe inspiring nature reserve in the industrial heartland of Tess Valley.

Yarm, a beautiful town with chic shops, traditional tea rooms, great pubs and exclusive restaurants.

Hartlepool's Historic Quay, an authentic 18th century naval seaport, step back in time to a remarkable period of british history, regular musketry, cannon firing and sword fighting displays.

Redcar Racecourse, affectionately known as the seaside race course,18 days of action packed racing from April to November.

Whitby seaside, quaint cobbled streets, picturesque houses and some of britains finest coastline, don't forget some of the best fish and chips you will ever have tasted.

tourist information: 01642 729700

Durham Tees Valley Airport, approximate travelling time 10 minutes.