Artists studios and co-working space with a gallery in Newcastle upon Tyne.

Sage Gateshead is an impressive music venue.

Newcastle’s museum of natural history, archaeology, geology and world cultures.

An independent music venue in Newcastle upon Tyne. There is a good choice of food and drink too.

An award-winning visitor attraction in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne .

The Corn Exchange branch of this Pan-Asian restaurant chain.

King’s Hall is an events venue in Stoke-on-Trent.

The pottery lover’s mecca, over 1.3 million Emma Bridgwater pieces are produced at the designer’s Stoke-on-Trent based factory every year – each one touched by over 30 deftly-skilled hands. Take an award-winning tour, visit the heavily discounted shop and have a go at producing your own earthenware masterpiece.

Speke Hall Gardens and Estate is a National Trust property just outside Liverpool. A wonderful place to visit for all ages.

The second of stylish Anthologist cocktail bar and restaurants has arrived in Manchester’s St Peter’s Square, following the success of the London venue.

Among the Peak District’s primary visitor destinations, Chatsworth House and its surrounding estate is not to be missed.

Jumbo Records is Leeds’ number one independent record store, with these large premises occasionally featuring in-store events with a bountiful record collection and coffee.