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Please note that these optional trips are open to both delegates as well as other family members and friends. Choose your options in the Registration Page.


BEAMISH: THE LIVING MUSEUM OF THE NORTH

Beamish is a world-famous, open-air, living museum which brings the history of North East England to life during the 19th century during the Industrial Revolution when mining and other industries were prevalent in the northeast of England. It is located ten miles north of Durham (about 23 minutes by road). Beamish includes the1820s Pockerley Hall, 1900s Town, 1900s Pit Village, 1940s Farm, 1950s Town and 1950s Spain’s Field Farm exhibit areas. Visitors to the museum meet costumed folk and discover fascinating stories of everyday life in the region through time. This is a wonderful day out for individuals, and families.

You can find out more about Beamish here.

The excursion merits a full day's visit and is scheduled for Monday, 5th August, 2024 leaving in the morning. 

Entry fees at a specially negotiated group rate including return travel by coach:

    • Adult - £45
    • Senior (60+ years) / Students -  $40
    • Children (5-16 years) -  $30
    • Children under 5 years – Free 

VINDOLANDA

Vindolanda was built around 85 CE and is situated along the northern frontier of Roman Britain just to the south of  Hadrian's Wall which was constructed 40 years later. Roman garrisons drawn from different parts of Europe were stationed here for over 400 years. Remains are exceptionally preserved with several wooden, leather and other organic artefacts recovered in excellent condition. Recovered tablets have allowed a reconstruction of everyday life at the site. At Vindolanda, you can find remnants of roads, buildings (including a bathhouse) as well as a world class museum using the latest interpretation techniques and displays. Excavaations are ongoing at the site. A fabulous day out for everyone. Find out more here.