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Gibside, only 3 miles from Gateshead's MetroCentre, offers the visitor forests and parkland with over 15 miles of woodland and walks alongside the River Derwent with views of dramatically staged romantic ruins. A fortune built on coal enabled George Bowes to create this great 'forest garden' over 200 years ago. It is now being restored by the National Trust. You can explore this Eighteenth Century landscape and enjoy the beautiful settings of the Jacobean Hall, the Column of British Liberty and the Banqueting House (a Landmark Trust property). At the same time experience the tranquillity of the Octagonal Pond, the Lily Pond and the Great Avenue of Turkey Oaks. Or you can view the Orangery, learn the story of Mary Eleanor Bowes, the 'Unhappy Countess' and pause for reflection within the peace of the Palladian Chapel. Location: Near Rowlands Gill, 6 miles South West of Gateshead. Telephone: (01207) 542255.

A Visitors Book is available if you would like to make any comments or requests.

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