Hartlepool Historic Quay, Saltburn Smugglers Heritage Centre, Holy Island and the Farne Islands, Coast of Northumberland are all worth a visit and about an hour or so from Hollymoor; as are the market towns of Barnard Castle, Hexham and Alston.
Hartlepool will welcome up to 100 tall ships and up to a million visitors between 7 and 10 August 2010 when the town hosts the second and final leg after the ships have sailed from Kristiansand in Norway.
14 tall ships have already pledged their involvement in the Hartlepool leg of the Tall Ships Races 2010.
There is horse racing at Newcastle, Sedgefield, Hexham and Redcar.
Walking and cycle riding at nearby Hamsterley Forest is interesting and there are an abundance of footpaths and bridleways to explore where rare birds and plants can be seen. The views in this area are a photograher's paradise.
There are also many excellent country pubs for eating out. Should you require a taxi, there is a taxi company in the village.
Anglers and Golfers
For the Angler the Northumbrian publication "Go Fishing" gives a good idea of places to visit.
For the Golfer there are several courses in the area including Barnard Castle, Richmond, Catterick, and Wynyard, Headlam Hall and Bishop Auckland.
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