Below is a list of the top Middlesbrough
Attractions with Websites , Phone Numbers , Images
and links to Reviews and Maps.
Click on Post-Codes for Reviews and Maps.
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Captain Cook Birthplace
Museum
This modern museum is situated close to where Cook's
birthplace cottageused to be, in Stewart Park, in the
Marton area of Middlesbrough. The museum tells the
story of one of the world's top navigators through
themed galleries. Free entry. Situated about 3 miles
south of Middlesbrough centre. Phone number 01642 311
211.
captcook-ne.co.uk . TS7 8AT
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Roseberry Topping
Roseberry Topping is the second largest hill on the
North York Moors. It is run by the National Trust
attracting many hill walkers with good parking. It is
situated within the North York Moors National Park,
about 10 miles south of Middlesbrough centre, about 1
mile outside the scenic village of Great Ayton .Phone number 01723 870
423.
Website . wiki . Map
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Middlesbrough Town
Hall
The town hall was designed by George Hoskins and
built between 1883 and 1887. As well as being a fine
building to view, it hosts a large number of concerts
throughout the year. Situated in Middlesbrough
centre. Phone number 01642 729 729.
Website . TS1 2QJ
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Middlesbrough Institute of Modern
Art mima
mima is one of the UK's top galleries for modern and
contemporary art. The landmark building, designed by
Erick van Egeraat Architects, is situated in the
centre of Middlesbrough, opened on the 27th January
2007. Has a cafe serving hot and cold food. Entry
free. Phone number 01642 931 232.
Website . TS1 2AZ
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Dorman Museum
The museum offers eight themed display galleries,
such as: natural history, geology, social history and
Victorian arts and crafts. Entry free. Situated 0.6
of a mile south of Middlesbrough centre on Linthorpe
Road at Albert Park. Phone number 01642 813 781.
Website . TS5 6LA
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Albert Park
The Park has a Visitor's Centre, Roller Skating Rink,
Cafe, Swan hire on the Lake, Tennis Courts, Bowling
Greens, Play Areas, Bandstand and more. Some
activities are seasonal. Situated off Linthorpe Road
about 0.6 of a mile south of Middlesbrough centre.
Phone number 01642 819 808.
Website . TS1 3LB
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Middlesbrough Transporter
Bridge
The Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge is one of the
most notable structures in the town, completed in
1911. The bridge now has a visior centre and tours
are available for a small fee. Abseilers and Bungee
Jumps are catered for. Situated about 1 mile north of
Middlesbrough centre. Phone number 01642 727 265.
Website . TS2 1PL
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MFC Riverside Stadium
Tours
Tours of the Riverside Stadium are popular Boro fans
and visitors to the town. Tours include the home
dressing room, away dressing room, refs room, the
tunnel, and press room. Tour about £6,
concession £3. Situated just over 1 mile
northeast of Middlesbrough centre. Phone number 0844
499 6789.
Website . TS3 6RS
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Middlesbrough Theatre
Middlesbrough Theatre, that used to be the Little
Theatre, was opened in 1957 by Sir John Gielgud. The
theatre has 486 seats, and has a wide variety of
performances such as big bands, stand-up comedy and
full-scale amateur musicals. Situated just over 1
mile south of Middlesbrough centre on The Avenue.
Phone number 01642 815 181.
Website . TS5 6SA
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Tees Barrage
The Tees Barrage is a Barrage across the River Tees
to control the flow of the river. The river here is
used for activities such as canoeing, jet skiing, and
dragon boat racing. The barrage also has a 1km rowing
course. Situated 3 miles west of Middlesbrough
centre. Phone number 01642 678000.
Website . wiki . Flickr . TS17 6QB
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Ormesby Hall
This Georgeian Hall was home to the Pennyman family
for almost 400 years. It now attracts visitors for
its Victorian kitchen and laundry, gardens and estate
walks. Entry about £3.50 to £7. Situated
about 4 milese southeast of Middlesbrough centre.
Phone number 01642 324 188.
Website . TS7 9AS
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Preston Hall Museum &
Park
Built in 1825, Preston Hall was a Georgian
gentleman's residence. The house and grounds were
opened as Preston Hall Museum and Park in 1953. The
museum has a Victorian Street and many artifacts from
the Victorian era. Free admission. Situated about 6
miles south of Middlebrough centre off Yarm Road.
Phone number 01642 527 375.
Website . TS18 3RH
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Butterfly World at Preston
Park
Butterfly World is a tropical environment to ensure a
healthy progression throughout the life cycle of the
butterfly. The large glasshouse is full of hundreds
of types of butterfly, small, large and every colour.
There is also a reptile house and mercats. Situated
about 6 miles south of Middlebrough centre off Yarm
Road. Entry about £3 to £4. Phone number
01642 791 414.
Website . TS18 3RH
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Teesside Karting
The world's longest kart circuit home of the British
24-hour kart race and has been developed into a
multipurpose venue for karts, bikes and cars to suit
8 to 80 years old. Phone number 01642 231 117. The
Redcar Speedway is next door
with meetings throughout the year.
Website . TS6 6XH
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Kirkleatham Museum
The museum has a wide range of activities such as
hands on craft activities, childhood memories
exhibition, images, artifacts from the local
Ironstone Mining, Anglo-Saxon jewellery found in the
area, cafe and more. Free entry. Situated about 8
miles east of Middlesbrough centre. Phone number
01642 479 500.
Website . TS10 5NW
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Kirkleatham Owl Centre
The Centre is home to a large collection of owls,
hawks, vultures, meerkats, mongooses, a Caracara
named Stanley, a talking Raven named Merlin, and a
Kookaburra. It is amazing just how large some owls
are. Entry about £2 to £3.50. Situated
about 8 miles east of Middlesbrough centre. Phone
number 01642 480 512.
Website . TS10 5NW
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Redcar Beach is
9 miles east and Saltburn Beach 12 miles southeast.
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