Tours to the Top

Climb the 76 steps, built into one of the columns, and enjoy the wide spread views of County Durham, Northumberland, Yorkshire Dales, Pennines and the Coast.

Spot Durham Cathedral, the lights at Emirates Riverside Stadium (home of Durham Cricket Club),Tynemouth Priory, Cheviots Hills, Pontop Pike, Burnhope Transmitter and the Victoria Viaduct.

Booking is essential as there is limited availability.

A maximum of 5 people are able to climb to the top of the monument in each 30 minute tour slot. Last tour is at 4.30pm, finishing at 5pm.