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Fancy something different . . . something you've never tried before?
Just take a look at these city challenges . . . as your starter for 10 . . .
Bradford International Film Festival
The festival will take place at the National Media Museum and will span 11 days packed full of your favourite strands including Widescreen Weekend, plus premieres and previews.
The Sage Gateshead
Curve
Unique to Britain this iconic venue also boasts a large flexible stage that can be seen from the street outside. The stunning glass facade encloses a magnificent foyer with views onto the cafe, bars, dressing rooms, workshop area, offices and across the stage.
NewcastleGateshead Quayside
Experience the spectacular BALTIC Centre of Contemporary Art, the Gateshead Millenium Bridge, The Sage Gateshead and Gateshead Visitor Centre.
Gateshead Quays lies in the heart of Tyneside next to the world famous Tyne Bridge. More than 200 million pounds has been invested in this new cultural quarter with riverside walks, fantastic architectural buildings, public displays of art and luxury residential apartments
Spinnaker Tower
Visit the Tower's 3 viewing platforms where you can literally 'walk on air' on the exciting glass floor, learn about the history of the harbour and experience the 'wind in your hair' as view deck 3 is open to the elements! The stylish Tower Cafe/Bar below offers stunning views, great coffee, classic sandwiches and cakes by day and bottled beer by night.
Sunderland Wall
Proud home to Europe's premier indoor climbing centre - novice to die-hard crag-rats - all levels catered for.
Trentham Monkey Forest
A totally unique experience. The only place in Britain where you can walk amongst 140 Barbary macaques roaming free in 60 acres of beautiful English forest.
Darwin Festival
The Manchester Museum's Darwin Festival includes a variety of exhibitions and events on the subject of Charles Darwin, to celebrate Darwin 200. These exhibitions will include Nature Discovery, a new permanent activity area for families (from 1 August 2009) and Charles Darwin: Evolution of a Scientist, which explores who Darwin was and the impact of his work in a fresh and engaging way. Part of Darwin 200.
Chill Factor Manchester's Indoor Real Snow Centre
Now you can learn to ski or snowboard or find your ski or snowboard legs before leaving the UK for your next skiing or snowboarding holiday on our breath-taking indoor skiing and snowboarding slope. Whether you want to simply try skiing or snowboarding out by yourself or want lessons from one of our fully qualified ski or snowboard instructors, the choice is yours.
The Deep
The Deep is one of the most spectacular aquariums in the world. This award-winning Yorkshire family attraction is home to 40 sharks and over 3,500 fish. The dramatic building designed by Sir Terry Farrell is located in Hull on the Humber Estuary, just an hour from York. The Deep is operated as a charity dedicated to increasing enjoyment and understanding of the world's oceans.
Derby Ghost Walks
Dare you . . . these ghost walks are a real delight . .. and a fright. You really need to experience this spooky side of Derby and its past . . . for real!
Laing Art Gallery
The North East's Large Visitor Attraction of the Year has something for everyone to enjoy. A dynamic exhibition programme brings an exciting variety of art to the region, while fun learning events encourage even the youngest children to get involved. The impressive permanent collection includes work by John Martin, Henry Moore and the Pre- Raphaelite Brotherhood painters.
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