National Lottery Open Week

National Lottery Open Week is back and takes place from Saturday 7th – Sunday 15th March 2026!

To say thank you for the £30 million raised for Good Causes every week by players, National Lottery funded venues are offering free entry, discounts and special offers throughout National Lottery Open Week.

All these fabulous North East venues are taking part (choose 2 or 3):

* Gibside, near Rowlands Gill is a Georgian landscaped garden with valley views, woodland, and beautiful walks. For the kids there is the Strawberry Castle play area, the Low Ropes course, and a chance to build a den. FREE ENTRY 7th - 14th March.

* Wallington was the home of Sir Charles Philips Trevelyan. There are lots of lawns, lakes, and woodland, plus a walled garden, walks by the river, and play areas for the children. FREE ENTRY 7th - 14th March.

* The RSPB Saltholme Nature Reserve near Middlesbrough has hides and screens that let you get super close to all sorts of birds, plus a family discovery zone, cafe, play area and accessible trails. FREE ENTRY 7th - 15th March.

* Segedunum Roman Fort is a major site on Hadrian's Wall. It is the most excavated fort along the Wall. There is a large interactive museum plus full-scale reconstructions of a bath house (currently viewed externally only) and a section of Wall. The 35 metre high viewing tower provides outstanding views across this World Heritage Site. FREE ENTRY 7th - 14th March.

* Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens has everything. You can roam through the unique micro-climate of the Quarry Garden with exotic plants around every twist and turn and enjoy the quirky open spaces around the Hall and the castle. Wander up the spiral staircase of the castle to see fantastic views over the Northumbrian countryside. FREE ENTRY 11th - 15th March.

Please check the individual venues for dates, times and other terms and conditions. Present your National Lottery ticket or scratchcard as directed.

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