After the full-on blitz of Christmas, the lull of the few days before New Year can be a welcome respite, giving worn-out shoppers and festive chefs a chance to recharge their batteries and enjoy some calmer family time.
But often that doesn't last long as young ones are always on the go and eager to make the most of their time off school. So parents can find themselves taxed with thinking up new ideas to fill the day once the initial novelty of new gifts has worn off.
A day out with a winter walk in a lovely location is often top of the list for families and groups of friends and, while there are plenty of those to be had around the North East, National Trust locations across the region have the added attraction of festive displays and activities to enjoy too. We've pulled together a round-up of what popular sites currently have to offer with website links to check out details and costs.
