Luckily, this is the final break of the academic year with the summer term now on the horizon. This also means better weather for most of us in the North East and there are plenty of things to do across the region if you are keeping an eye on the bank balance this week.
Check out the best free things to do across the North East this week here.
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5. Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens
Hosting art exhibitions as well as a history of this corner of the North East, Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens is a great way to spend a bit of time on a budget. | LDRS
6. Discovery Museum
Another family favourite, Newcastle's Discovery Museum also offers free entry and helps kids entertain their inner scientist! Photo: Google
7. Penshaw and Herrington Country Park
Head to the west of Sunderland for some of the best views of the city from Penshaw Monument or to Herrington Country Park over the road for some stunning, more flat, green space. Photo: Craig Leng
8. Arbeia Roman Fort
Over in South Tyneside, Arbeia offers a great chance to see authentic Roman buildings for no cost whatsoever! | Skylark