At a glance
- Now
- Open access
- Age
- Toddlers, Children, Teenagers
- Price
- Free
More about prices
Access to the monument hill and surrounding countryside is free.
- Location
- Penshaw
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Credit: © National Trust Images / John Millar
More to know
- Indoors or outdoors
- Outdoors
- Visit length
- Quick stop, Half a day
Price band: Free · How we use price bands
These are broad planning guides for a typical visit, not exact prices. Check the venue before travelling.
- Free
- No regular admission fee. Parking, donations, travel or optional activities may still cost extra.
- Low
- Usually a small charge or donation, broadly up to £10 per person.
- Medium
- A typical paid visit, broadly around £10–£25 per person or a moderate family ticket.
- High
- Usually a larger day-out cost, broadly over £25 per person or for a family ticket.
About this activity
A landmark hilltop monument with sweeping views across Wearside and surrounding countryside. Families can make the steep climb for the viewpoint or extend the outing onto nearby walking routes, including the Lambton Worm trail.
Open access
The outdoor site is accessible at any time. Visitor centres, facilities and paid activities may have separate seasonal hours.
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Location
Chester Road, Penshaw, DH4 7NJKeep exploring
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