Durham's castles and historic houses are filled with dazzling art and furniture collections - not to mention swashbuckling legends and the odd ghost or two. Explore the medieval kitchens at Raby Castle, take in the stunning surroundings of Durham Castle's Norman Chapel, experience the atmospheric ruins of Barnard Castle or escape to the sanctuary of Crook Hall and Gardens and Durham University's Botanic Garden.
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Medieval Raby Castle, home of Lord Barnard's family since 1626, includes a 200 acre deer park, walled gardens, carriage collection, adventure playground, shop and tearoom.
Staindrop
The Bowes Museum houses a collection of outstanding European fine and decorative arts and offers an acclaimed exhibition programme, alongside special events and children's activities.
Barnard Castle
Durham Castle is part of the Durham City World Heritage Site. Entrance by guided tour only. Opening can vary - please telephone 0191 334 3800 to check days open and guided tour times.
Durham
Set in countryside and mature woodland. Plant collections from North America, Himalayas and China, glasshouse rainforest and desert plants. Six Colin Wilbourne sculptures in landscaped garden.
Durham
Historic parkland with resident deer, ornamental lake, Victorian walled garden, Britain's most northerly vineyard, children's playground and Grade II listed building.
Spennymoor
Medieval hall with Jacobean drawing room, turret and gallery, set in 4 acres of gardens, 2 walled gardens, a maze, a silver and white garden and Shakespeare garden.
Durham
Remains of part of the Roman fort Vinovia including an excellent military bath house. New campaign of excavation commenced in 2009, to continue to 2013.
Binchester
Extensive gardens used as a horticultural training resource from Houghall College. Features include glasshouses, woodland garden, general display gardens and the recently opened "The World of Trees" Arboretum.
Durham
A moorland country park on the banks of the Derwent Reservoir.
Edmundbyers
Ruined castle overlooking the River Tees with a fine great hall and a dominating round-towered keep.
Barnard Castle
Shotley Bridge
4.5 acres of winding paths, borders, a stream, walls and 16thC churchyard. Wide range of plants for sale, including trees, shrubs, hardy perennials and herbs.
Eggleston
A beautiful Palladian-style country house which was the setting for Sir Walter Scott's ballad 'Rokeby'. A unique collection of 18thC needlework and period furniture.
Barnard Castle
The massive ruins of Henry II's 12thC tower keep, set within the earthworks of a Roman fort guarding the strategic Stainmore Pass over the Pennines.
Bowes
Historically the Prince Bishops' country residence, home to the Bishop of Durham. Visit St Peter's Chapel, state rooms and deer park.
Bishop Auckland
Croxdale Hall, home to the Salvin family since 1402, stands boldly over the River Wear. All visits by prior appointment - please telephone 0191 378 0911 to book.
Croxdale
Former landscape garden designed by James Paine in 18thC. Contains the remains of several follies and the serpentine lake. Visitor centre with cafe due to open 2009. Open daily 0700-dusk.
Sedgefield