Tynemouth Priory and George Washington Old Hall Private Tour

This very special private tour based out of Newcastle takes you to some of the lesser visited but in someways most impressive historical monuments and buildings. First of all we will go a short distance to Tynemouth, a beautiful little town on the coast full of fine places to eat and drink but we are off to visit Tynemouth Priory and Castle with a truly long history and fantastic dramatic views everywhere you look. After seeing the monument to local hero Admiral Collingwood we will drive a few miles to Jarrow, once one of the most important Christian sites in the British Isles and home to all things Bede. From a Holy man to an Angel, visit the most viewed (and likely biggest Angel) public artwork in Europe and symbol of Tyneside. Finally to Washington Old Hall, ancestral home of George Washington (in the real original Washington too!!). See how his family lived with lots of original pieces and artefacts as well as some beautiful gardens. It all makes for a grand day out!

1. 1

   Tynemouth

   15 min

   See the pretty little seaside town of Tynemouth where the River Tyne meets the North Sea.

2. 2

   Lord Collingwood Monument

   5 min

   See the monument to this local hero of the Battle of Trafalgar and more.

3. 3

   Tynemouth Priory & Castle

   1.3 hours

   Explore the old ruins of Tynemouth, set high up on the cliffs and learn about why this place became such an important centre. Incredibly it also saw action in the 20th Century and WW1 too.

4. 4

   St Paul's Monastery, Jarrow

   1 hour

   Once one of the most important religious centers in the British Isles. One time home to perhaps the greatest early religious scholar and historian, Bede. Inside is a secret and unique treasure too.

5. 5

   The Angel of the North

   20 min

   The modern icon of Tyneside. As soon as you see this, you know you're home well we do. For everyone else visit the most viewed public artwork in Europe. Learn how it represents the regions long Christian and industrial heritage.

6. 6

   Washington Old Hall

   2 hours

   The ancestral home of the family of George Washington. Now preserved just as it was centuries ago and with lots of unique artifacts of the man and his family. Complete with wonderful old gardens and the best cheese scenes in the café.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.