Places to visit around Washington:
Beamish Open Air Museum
About 15 minutes from Washington, this is one of the country's most popular open air museums. Set in the countryside, this museum recreates life in the local area during the 1800's and 1900's. It is both entertaining and educational for both younger and older people and provides a good day out for the family.Durham
World famous cathedral city located on the banks of the River Wear, Durham can trace it's history back over a thousand years to the time of St. Cuthbert. The main feature of the city is it's magnificent cathedral, built in 1093 and looking over the city making it one of Englands most beautiful city's. Durham's bar scene is also increasing in popularity, and the city is home to Durham University, the third oldest in England behond Oxford and Cambridge. Located about 20 minutes from Washington, the city is down the A1 from Washington.