It's set to be a scorcher this weekend - meaning it's a perfect chance to go and enjoy a day out with the family. Whilst you may not be able to compare our region to the dizzy heights of Manhattan or the scenic safari plains of Africa, the North East still has a great number of landmarks and tourist destinations to visit. Whether you prefer the indoors or outdoors, there is plenty to see in the region that you should visit at least once in your life.
Now, as summer begins to heat up and temperatures reach up to 20C, there has never been a better time to visit a landmark in the region that you've never seen before. Here's a list of just nine landmarks from the North East that we've put together - which is your favourite? County Durham's Heritage Coast Sometimes there is nothing better than a walk along the beach - especially if you have a pup to walk too! County Durham's Heritage Coast which spans from Seaham Hall Beach to Crimdon has been said to be one of the top tourist destinations to visit this summer. The well-known 11-mile coastal trek which takes walkers down the coast is one way to spend the day, where on the way, tourists are treated to plentiful ocean views, arches and stacks and can even hunt for sea glass which washes up onto the shore.
Seaham Hall Beach. (Image: NORTHERN ECHO) Penshaw Monument Further North, you can take a journey up Penshaw Monument, an ancient Greek-style memorial. The grade I listed building was constructed between 1844 and 1845 to commemorate.
