# Things to Do near EGGLESTON — Attractions & Days Out > Handpicked attractions, museums, landmarks and days out in EGGLESTON. Ratings, opening hours and directions for the best things to do. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/eggleston/attractions (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. 9 attractions and days out Photo © [norman hill](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/108748545058012138665), [Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/108748545058012138665) [Guide](https://staycation.co.uk/eggleston) [🏨 Hotels](https://staycation.co.uk/eggleston/hotels) [🏡 Cottages](https://staycation.co.uk/eggleston/cottages) [⛺ Camping](https://staycation.co.uk/eggleston/camping) [🎟️ Attractions](https://staycation.co.uk/eggleston/attractions) [🍽️ Restaurants](https://staycation.co.uk/eggleston/restaurants) [⭐ 4.9 3.2 mi away Sightseeing & Attractions Grassholme Observatory Explore celestial wonders and observe distant galaxies at this accessible stargazing facility beside Grassholme Reservoir, offering views of planets, stars and cosmic phenomena through powerful telescopes.](https://staycation.co.uk/barnard-castle/attractions/grassholme-observatory) [⭐ 4.6 4.4 mi away Castles & Palaces Barnard Castle Explore medieval ruins where kids can hunt for ancient boar carvings and wander through a delightful sensory garden, with full accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs throughout.](https://staycation.co.uk/barnard-castle/attractions/barnard-castle) [⭐ 4.4 5.3 mi away Swimming & Leisure Centres Teesdale Sports Centre This wheelchair-accessible leisure facility on Strathmore Road offers swimming and sports activities with onsite dining, baby changing rooms and accessible toilets for families.](https://staycation.co.uk/barnard-castle/attractions/teesdale-sports-centre) [⭐ 4.6 5.7 mi away Museums & Galleries The Bowes Museum This grand French-style château in County Durham houses an impressive collection of fine and decorative arts, with an onsite restaurant to refuel during your cultural adventure.](https://staycation.co.uk/barnard-castle/attractions/the-bowes-museum) [⭐ 4.6 6.5 mi away Landmarks & Monuments Egglestone Abbey Explore the atmospheric ruins of this medieval monastery nestled beside the River Tees near Barnard Castle, where picnickers can enjoy scenic surroundings while discovering centuries of monastic history.](https://staycation.co.uk/barnard-castle/attractions/egglestone-abbey) [⭐ 4.7 7.6 mi away Parks & Play Areas Hamsterley Forest This expansive woodland playground invites families to bike scenic trails, enjoy picnics, and explore nature together in a fully accessible, dog-friendly setting with dining options available.](https://staycation.co.uk/bishop-auckland/attractions/hamsterley-forest) [⭐ 4.6 7.7 mi away National Parks & Reserves High Force Waterfall Experience England's mightiest cascade plunging 70 feet into a dramatic gorge, with woodland trails and 78 steps leading to breathtaking viewpoints above this spectacular natural wonder.](https://staycation.co.uk/forestinteesdale/attractions/high-force-waterfall) [⭐ 4.2 8.1 mi away Castles & Palaces The Plotters’ Forest at Raby Castle Step into centuries of history at this magnificent medieval fortress in Staindrop, where atmospheric castle rooms reveal tales from different eras and forest trails invite family exploration.](https://staycation.co.uk/darlington/attractions/the-plotters-forest-at-raby-castle) [⭐ 4.1 8.9 mi away Indoor Soft Play Thorpe Farm Centre A fully accessible soft play venue welcoming families with young children, offering wheelchair-friendly facilities throughout and baby changing areas to ensure comfortable visits for all.](https://staycation.co.uk/barnard-castle/attractions/thorpe-farm-centre) ### 🏨 Places to stay in EGGLESTON Hotels, B&Bs, cottages and apartments on Booking.com, with live prices and availability. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DEGGLESTON%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link 🎟️ Know a attraction in EGGLESTON that's missing? Run one yourself or know a good one? Suggest it and we'll review it for the site. Listings are free. [Add a attraction](https://staycation.co.uk/add-listing?type=attraction&destination=EGGLESTON)