- Beamish Museum - The North of England Open Air Museum where the past comes to life.
- Killhope Lead Mining Museum - a fully restored nineteenth century lead mine.
- The Nenthead Mines website - for more information on Nenthead Mines.
- The Hub of the North Pennines - a heritage and transport museum in nearby Alston.
- South Tynedale Railway - take a trip on England’s highest narrow gauge railway.
- Alston Golf Club - undoubtedly the highest golf course in England and possibly the UK.
- Eden Ostrich World - the award winning farm visitor centre.
- Epiacum - Alston's very own Roman Fort
Places of Interest
Tourist Information
Alston Tourist Information Centre, Town Hall, Front Street, Alston, Cumbria
Tel: 01434 382244 - E-mail: alston.tic@eden.gov.uk