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Military museums Β· North East England

Weardale Way

In or near Hendon.

β™Ώ Wheelchair accessible

Weardale Way β€” a military museum in scotland lowlands.

"Taking flight" - geograph.org.uk - 7334408

Oliver Dixon β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
2 h–4 h
Nearest railway station
Stadium of Light Β· 1.2 km
  • Wheelchair accessible

About

Weardale Way is a military museum located in scotland lowlands. A British military museum preserving artefacts, vehicles, weapons and personal effects from one or more conflicts. Most charge admission and offer interactive exhibits. long-distance footpath in north east England

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Durham Coast SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Weardale Way is a military museum located in the Scottish Lowlands. It showcases the region's military history through various exhibits and artefacts. The museum offers insights into the roles played by local regiments and the broader context of military events in Scotland. Visitors can expect informative displays and a focus on historical significance.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
54.9170, -1.3650
District
Sunderland
Parish
Sunderland, unparished area
Postcode
SR6 0RF
Parliamentary constituency
Sunderland Central
Nearest railway station
Stadium of Light β€” 1.2 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Weardale Way?
Weardale Way is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode SR6 0RF), in the parish of Sunderland, unparished area.
What is Weardale Way?
Weardale Way β€” a military museum in scotland lowlands.
How do I get to Weardale Way?
The nearest railway station is Stadium of Light, about 1.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode SR6 0RF.
Is Weardale Way a protected site?
Yes β€” Weardale Way is part of the Durham Coast SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Weardale Way?
The nearest railway station is Stadium of Light, about 1.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SR6 0RF.