The North East is packed with history, and with centuries of history come centuries of stories. Across the region, tales of ghostly sightings, mysterious happenings and local legends have become woven into some of its most iconic landmarks.

Explore Durham and Northumberland this autumn and discover some of the North East's most iconic landmarks, offering history, culture and memorable days out.

Many people travel between Newcastle and Sunderland, Tyne and Wear's two cities, in either direction. There's several ways to make the journey on public transport.

Many people travel between Sunderland and Newcaslte, Tyne and Wear's two cities, in either direction. There's several ways to make the journey on public transport.

Getting from Gateshead to Newcastle couldn't be easier with a range of transport options to choose from.