Where to go in and around the Tees Valley

1. Where to go in and around the Tees Valley

2. If you are holidaying in the UK this year and heading to the beautiful beaches and quaint villages of North Yorkshire, the moors, or the Yorkshire Dales, then chances are you will pass through the Tees Valley on the way. Notwithstanding Middlesbrough’s reputation for being a little rough around the edges, the towns of the Tees Valley, such as the historic market town of Darlington, attract countless visitors each year. Here is a small selection of things to do and places to go to if you happen to be in the Tees Valley: Visit the Captain Cook Birthplace Museum One of the region most popular museums, the Captain Cook Birthplace Museum in Marton, a borough of Middlesbrough, includes a collection of artifacts related to the British Explorer Captain James Cook’s life. The museum was opened in 1978 by Queen Elizabeth II on what would have been his 250th birthday. The museum is housed in a former farmhouse where Captain James Cook was born on 27 October 1728. The building was purchased by Staithes Community Council for £3,000, renovated, and opened as a museum on 13 September 1978 by Queen Elizabeth II during her Silver Jubilee celebrations.

3. Enjoy a Riverside Stadium tour If you’re a sports fan, this is an experience not to be missed. The Riverside football stadium has been the home ground of Middlesbrough FC since 1995. It replaced Ayresome Park, which was the football club’s home since 1908. The Riverside Stadium tour allows visitors to get an insider’s view of what goes on behind closed doors at the historical football ground. Follow your guide through changing rooms and dugouts before taking your seat in one of two commentary boxes where you will learn how all the sounds come together to create the exciting stadium atmosphere football fans love. Go to the beach If you are not booking one of our group holidays for single parents this summer, why not visit one of area’s gorgeous beaches? Saltburn-by-the-Sea is just one of many great beaches along the North East coast. A great beach, with both sand and shingles perfect for paddling and swimming, it has a lifeguard and is also pushchair friendly. The beach can be reached via the oldest water balanced cliff tramway in England which connects the Victorian seaside town with the pier, the first iron pier built on the North East coast. Alternatively, you can park near the sea by Skelton Beck. When you get hungry, head to the Ship Inn, an old smuggler’s pub.

4. Hire a minibus in Middlesbrough If you’re visiting friends or family in the Tees Valley and want to explore the area together, minibus hire in Middlesbrough is a great option. With a minibus, you can stop when and where you want. There is no need to use public transport or taxis. You’ll also be able to go where other forms of transportation won’t take you, including narrow streets and rough terrain. So next time you are in the area, be it for business or holidays, rent a vehicle, you will have no excuse for not visiting the beautiful beaches, the moors, or the Yorkshire Dales. Step back in time at Preston Park South of Stockton-on-Tees, along the River Tees, you will find Preston Park Museum and Grounds, a destination popular with local families as well as visitors to the area. Preston Hall was built in 1825 by David Burton Fowler. The building still has many original features, including wood panelling and fireplaces. The old mansion is now a museum teaching young and old about the history and ambitions of the two families that lived in Preston Park in the Georgian and Victorian times.

5. Go to the theatre If you are looking for an evening out, Middlesbrough Theatre offers an excellent choice of shows. It’s located 10 minutes from the town centre, has its own car park, and is also easily accessible by public transport. The theatre’s history goes back to the forming of the Middlesbrough Little Theatre society in 1930. The theatre was finally and formally opened on 22 October 1957 and has an impressive 484 seats and a 70’ wide stage. Conclusion Whether you are visiting family, stopping by on business, or holidaying in the area, there is much to do and around the Tees Valley. Make sure you check events and festivals when you are visiting – there is always something happening in the area. About the author: Single Parents on Holiday organise fabulous group holidays for single parents and their children as well as singles ski holidays and singles trips for solo travellers 40+ wish to travel without kids.

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