Christmas Nights at Beamish | A Review

Credit | Lady from a Tramp

There aren't many places that are more magical at this time of year than Beamish at night. Lady from a Tramp takes us on a guided tour. Read their review here.

An Enchanted Christmas at Hardwick Hall - A Review

Credit : Super Mummy Sectrets

An Enchanted Christmas at Hardwick Hall is a 4+ hour day out packed with festive fun. Super Mummy Secrets tells us more. Check out their review here.

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Santa's Naughty Elf and the Frozen Christmas at Customs House, South Shields - A Review

Credit - Adventures of a Monkey Footed Mummy

Santa's Naughty Elf is always a hit with younger children. Karen and her family thoroughly enjoyed this year's performance. Read their review here.

20 FREE Christmas Days Out in the North East this December

Credit | My Boys Club

Christmas can be an expensive time of year. Luckily for us, Debbie from My Boys Club has put together 20 free days out to enjoy in the North East this Christmas:-

• 10 FREE ways to enjoy Christmas in the North East
• 10 more FREE ways to get into the festive spirit in the North East this Christmas

15 Christmas Events in the North East this December

Credit  : Life

If you're looking for something to keep you occupied or get you into the festive spirit this Christmas, Life in Geordieland has a few suggestions for you. Check out their guide to Christmas events in the North East here. 

Winter Wonderland Christmas Lights at Wynyard Hall

The gardens at Wynyard Hall have been transformed this festive season into a magical winter lights show. Read the full review here. 

Which is the best 'Santa Train' in the North East? Tanfield Railway or Polar Express?

Credit | Nomipalony

Which is the best 'Santa Train'? The North Pole Express with Tanfield Railway or the Polar Express? Nomipalony tells all! Read the full comparison and review here. 

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Buying a Real Christmas Tree from Hamsterley Forest, Durham

Our guide to choosing a real Christmas tree at Hamsterley Forest in Durham. Includes prices and all you need to know. Read the full article here. 

Beauty and the Beast by Newcastle Panto Co at Tyne Theatre | A Review

Newcastle Panto Company won't be returning to the Tyne Theatre and Opera House next year so catch them whilst you can! Review here. 

Jack and the Beanstalk at The Custom's House, South Shields - A Review

Jack and the Beanstalk is a traditional panto for the whole family complete with pokemon and the pineapple pen song! (ask the kids). Read a full review here. 

An Elf's Christmas Wish (for under 5's) at the Gala Theatre, Durham - A Review

An Elf's Christmas Wish is a performance with live music, action and storytelling especially for the under 5's at the Gala Theatre Durham. Read a full review here. 

Visiting Santa Claus at Preston Park's Christmas Bazaar

Read all about visiting Santa Claus at Preston Park's Christmas Bazaar which includes donkey rides and traditional crafts. Full review here. 

Visiting the FREE Santa's Grotto at intu Metocentre

You don't need to pay a fortune to visit Father Christmas, in fact a visit at intu Metrocentre in 2016 is FREE! Read a review of the full experience here. 

Aladdin Pantomime starring Shane Lynch at Whitley Bay Playhouse | A Review

Shane Lynch stars in this year's Blue Genie panto at Whitley Bay Playhouse. Expect flying carpets, lots of local mentions and of course the famous ghostbuster song. Read the full review here.  

Christmas at Wynyard Hall | A Preview

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It's always nice to have something to look forward to at Christmas time for both grown ups and children and as soon as the kids break up from school next Friday (yep the school's break up on 16th December in Northumberland!), we'll be heading to Wynyard Hall on the outskirts of Durham to enjoy some festive fun. 

There is a lot going on at Wynyard Hall this year and as somewhere we haven't visited before, I'm really looking forward to discovering more. We're booked in for festive afternoon tea in the hall which priced at just £22.50 per person seems like it's going to be good value for money. I hope it includes turkey sandwiches and mince pies! Yum.

If afternoon tea isn't your thing, there are a number of festive dining options available at Wynyard Hall including family festive lunches and dinner.

We're really excited to see Wynyard's Winter Wonderland Christmas Light Show after reading about it over on Here Come the Hoopers. How stunning does this swan look! I can't wait to meet the Ice Queen and watch the kids have another chat with Father Christmas. Entry to this event in Wynyard Gardens is £25 for a family of four and you can book online here.

There's also the chance to enjoy some Christmas shopping and you'll find plenty of handmade and local gifts for sale in the Wynyard shop.

I have my eye on Christmas Carols in the Chapel. Priced from £6 including mulled wine and mince pies, I can't think of a better way to get into the Christmas spirit. I bet it's a magical way to spend Christmas Eve.

Let me know if you've visited Wynyard Hall at Christmas time. 

Woodhorn Museum | The Best Skating Rink for Small Children & Toddlers in the North East

Skating at Woodhorn | Credit - Sprog on the Tyne

Sprog on the Tyne visited Woodhorn Museum and Colliery in Ashington to test out their skating rink this Christmas. Made from synthetic ice and with penguin aids provided, Sprog on the Tyne rate this rink as one of the best in the North East for toddlers and small children. You can check out their full review here.