There's plenty of scope to explore Durham on foot, from a leisurely city stroll along the banks of the River Wear to the more strenuous Pennine Way. Durham's Heritage Coast offers a stunning landscape of beaches, cliffs and headlands, whilst the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the Durham Dales are truly special places that have much to offer - from wild moorland to picturesque villages nestling in valleys.
Further details on walking routes and guided walks across Durham can be obtained from: Durham County Council countryside events and guided walks; The Ramblers-Durham Group; North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
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Guided activity-based holidays exploring the wildlife and nature of the North Pennine Dales. We also offer greenwood working and bush craft holidays and short breaks.
Stanhope
Derwent Reservoir offers fishing in beautiful surroundings for fly and bait anglers. The fishery enjoys lots of open space and is well stocked with rainbow and blue trout.
Shotley Bridge
A River Tees green valley criss-crossed by drystone walls. Walk along the valley from Romaldkirk, a pretty village of three greens. See the Devil's Door in St. Romald church. It was blocked up in the Middle Ages to keep Satan out.
Romaldkirk
Feel the gentle upland breeze and invigorate your spirits on this walk through the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Middleton-in-Teesdale
The clifftop coastal footpath of Durham's Heritage Coast is a treat for nature lovers. This once coal scarred landscape has been lovingly restored to thriving coastal grassland, home to wild flora and fauna and with beautiful views.
Seaham
Curious about Durham? Walk and discover!
Durham City
Walk a spectacular stretch of Heritage coastline along dramatic cliff tops that include exceptional views. This area is of particular geological and botanical interest, and is bordered by meadow and woodland alive with wildlife.
Seaham
Would you like to solve a Murder Mystery, Spy Mission or Treasure Hunt whilst exploring great locations in County Durham? Try a self-guided Treasure Trail!
Consett
High up in Weardale, this is a lovely country walk that is not too difficult - apart from a short climb up to Allercleugh Farm - yet rewards with a real sense of being away from the crowds.
St John's Chapel
Classic Durham Dales scenery. Explore nearby attractions including Killhope award winning Lead Mining centre; Harehope Quarry environmental education centre; Weardale Museum and High House Chapel and the Weardale Railway.
Stanhope
Walk high on both sides of the valley from Wolsingham to the wooded banks of Tunstall Reservoir. The Durham Prince Bishops developed Wolsingham from the 12th Century onwards as deer-hunting country and it is still well-wooded today.
Wolsingham
You'll never forget this timeless stroll through one of England's oldest and most beautiful villages with its striking mixed woodland situated right on the River Derwent. It’s set in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Blanchland