Great North Museum:Hancock

For family days out, visit the fantastic Great North Museum:Hancock, with exciting displays and interactives for everyone, including full-size models of an elephant, polar bear and great white shark. Don’t miss the Planetarium shows and find out about the night sky and solar system (separate charge).

The museum is a great place to go with the kids in school holidays when there is a excellent programme of activities to keep them busy. There are also fun party options for children’s birthdays.

Current opening times are Monday to Friday, 10am until 5pm; Saturday 10am until 4pm; Sunday 11am until 4pm.