Raring To Go

No outdoor break would be complete without a visit to Teesdale and Weardale in the Durham Dales and the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - whether you're looking for a gentle stroll or the more demanding Pennine Way, you will find breathtaking scenery and fascinating wildlife.

If you fancy something a little more strenuous, there is an abundance of cycle routes at Hamsterley Forest in the Durham Dales to suit all abilities. No bike? No problem! Wood N Wheels provide bike hire for all the family. But if it's a long-distance challenge you're after try the W2W through Durham City and county or the award-winning C2C national cycle route.

The stunning scenery of Teesdale and Weardale in the Durham Dales offers a perfect backdrop for horse riding, whilst water babies won't be disappointed with the host of activities available on Durham's stunning reservoirs including sailing, fishing, and water-skiing.

Causey Arch, the world's oldest surviving railway bridge, provides the perfect setting for a stroll or picnic. High Force in Upper Teesdale in the Durham Dales - the largest waterfall in England, has a woodland walk which leads you to the spectacular site. As you begin the descent you will see a tranformation of views every few yards. Relax, unwind and marvel at this magnificant natural attraction.