6. Regulars

Websites of interest in the North-East

This feature seeks to highlight some of the more interesting activities, outings and valuable services available on your doorstep.

Geordie refers to a person originating from Tyneside and the adjacent former coal mining areas of northern County Durham or the dialect spoken by such people. There are a number of rival theories to explain how the term came about, though all accept that it derives from a familiar diminutive form of the name "George".

FAMOUS PEOPLE: THE NORTH-EAST.
This companion compilation to Myers Literary Guide to the North East of England covers the same four counties, including Cleveland, even though that entity has ceased to exist. Similarly, entries have been restricted, as a rule, to figures of national or international note who have some significant connection with the North East. This is mainly because local personalities have been fully documented elsewhere by local historians. Again, only the mighty dead are included. There are some entries which overlap with the Literary Guide.

VONNE is the regional infrastructure body for the voluntary and community sector (VCS) in the North East of England. We represent over 600 charities, voluntary organisations, community groups, networks and social enterprises from across the region.

Picnics and pony rides in the morning; great golf or luxury spa pampering in the afternoon; dinner and a show after dark.

The beauty of North East England is not only its masses of award-winning attractions and amazing experiences, it’s the compact nature of the region, which means you can fit more of them into every day of your stay.

Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums is a major regional museum, art gallery and archives service. Tyne & Wear Museums has now merged with Tyne & Wear Archives to create a joint service.

Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums manages a collection of 12 museums and galleries across Tyne and Wear, supported by the five local authorities of the area.

Everything you want to know about local Benefits and Council Tax, Care, Wellbeing, Education, Environment, Housing, Leisure, Libraries and much, much more from Newcastle City Council.

You can report it, pay for it, apply for it or just get involved.

Housed in a landmark industrial building on the south bank of the River Tyne in Gateshead, BALTIC is the biggest gallery of its kind in the world – presenting a dynamic, diverse and international programme of contemporary visual art.

Guide and Hearing Dogs are welcome.

Theatre Royal , the finest drama, the brightest West End musicals, the cream of the comedy circuit, award winning ballet and dance, family friendly shows, the Royal Shakespeare Company, the National Theatre, Opera North and Rambert Dance – and (some think) the best Pantomime in the country!

Ableize is the UK and Ireland's largest and most viewed resource of disability mobility and special needs. Here you will find disabled products and services, sports and holidays also the largest collection of disabled clubs, groups and charities in the UK. All this plus children's and child care needs, education, wheelchairs and vehicles plus mobility, walking, daily living and bathing aids. Ableize is owned and run by disabled people and has disability covered.

Accessible disabled friendly gardens and garden venues in the North East including areas such as Durham, Northumberland, Sunderland and Newcastle. Please see each garden site for the level of access offered in and around the gardens, such as wheelchair friendly paths and WC facilities etc.

Visit Durham City, the Durham Dales, Vale of Durham or Durham Coast and your days will be packed with new experiences. Enjoy the unique collection of museums and galleries, watch the past come to life through ancient castles, historic houses and our world famous Cathedral, and for some family fun there are many opportunities to get hands-on with history and up-close with animals. This is Durham.