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High Force Waterfall
Type
Type:
Natural Feature
Forest in Teesdale
High Force is one of the most impressive waterfalls in England. The River Tees has been plunging into this gorge for thousands of years but the rocks it reveals are far more ancient – with origins dating back over 300 million yrs.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Nov 2023to31 Mar 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00
- From:
- 1 Apr 2024to31 Oct 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00
Awards
- Visit England VAQAS 2021
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
Low Barns Nature Reserve and Visitor Centre
Type
Type:
Nature Reserve
Witton-le-Wear
One of our region’s most important wildlife sites, this wetland reserve, bordered by the River Wear, also contains mixed woodlands and species rich grasslands.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Hardwick Park
Type
Type:
Parkland / Woodland Garden
Sedgefield
This VisitEngland accredited attraction is an 18th Century parkland featuring beautiful views, rich heritage, archaeological remains and ecological diversity - a remarkable place to visit. The park is open daily with events held throughout the year.…
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Awards
- Visit England VAQAS 2021
- Visit England Quality Assured Visitor Attraction 2017
Durham Museum
Type
Type:
Museum
Durham City
Local history museum housed in historic church near cathedral. Tells the story of Durham from 10thC to present day using displays, models and artefacts. Brass rubbing and shop.
Dates
- From:
- 7 Apr 2024to29 Oct 2024
Finchale Priory
Type
Type:
Abbey / Priory
Durham City
The very extensive remains of a 13thC priory, founded on the site of a retired pirate's hermitage.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021
Beamish - The Living Museum of the North
Type
Type:
Museum
Beamish
Discover an amazing journey through time at Beamish Museum as you travel back in time to the 1820s, early 1900s, 1940s and 1950s and become immersed in real, living history.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Awards
- Visit England VAQAS 2021
- Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Tourism Awards - Large Visitor Attraction of the Year Award - Highly Commended 2020
- Visit England VisitEngland Award for Excellence Bronze 2016
- Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2020 2020
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
Bowes Castle
Type
Type:
Castle / Fort
Barnard Castle
The impressive ruins of Henry II's 12thC tower keep, set within the earthworks of a Roman fort guarding the strategic Stainmore Pass over the Pennines.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Broom House Farm
Type
Type:
Adventure Park / Playground
Near Witton Gilbert
Fun Adventure Farm. Woodland trails and adventure activities for all the family. Farm butchery. Coffee shop.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023Open 10:00 - 16:00
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
- Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021
Congburn Nurseries & Garden Centre
Type
Type:
Garden Centre
Edmondsley
A one-stop-shop for all your gardening needs as well as our stunning woodland walk which extends over 15 acres, and our very popular Woodland's Bistro and Venue.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023Various Opening Times
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Raby Castle
Type
Type:
Castle / Fort
Darlington
Welcome to Raby Castle and Deer Park. A stunning complete medieval castle in County Durham with a fascinating history and stories to tell. Explore our Deer Park and adventure playground, The Plotters' Forest or learn about our fascinating Castle…
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
- From:
- 1 Jan 2023to24 Dec 2023
- From:
- 1 Jan 2023to24 Dec 2023
- From:
- 2 Mar 2024to30 Oct 2024Various Opening Times
Awards
- Visit England VAQAS 2021
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
- Regional and Miscellaneous Trip Advisor Travellers Choice 2023 2023
Derwentcote Steel Furnace
Type
Type:
Industrial Archaeology
Hamsterley
Built in the 1720s, Derwentcote is the earliest and most complete steel-making furnace to have survived in Britain.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
The Weardale Railway - The Auckland Project
Type
Type:
Railway
Stanhope
Take a ride on the Weardale Railway heritage passenger service to enjoy stunning views of Weardale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and explore the historic market towns of Wolsingham and Stanhope.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
Broom House Forest Adventure
Type
Type:
Attraction
Near Witton Gilbert
Fun Adventure Farm. Woodland trails and adventure activities for all the family. Farm butchery. Coffee shop.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
Bowlees Visitor Centre
Type
Type:
Heritage / Visitor Centre
Newbiggin
Situated amidst stunning woodland, near to Low and High Force waterfalls and surrounded by rolling fields that boast some of the best hay meadows in England, Bowlees Visitor Centre has all you need to make your visit to the North Pennines National…
Dates
- From:
- 17 Feb 2024to31 Dec 2024
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Tourism Awards - Small Visitor Attraction of the Year Award - Gold 2016
- Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2019
Bowlees Visitor Centre to Gibsons Cave
Type
Type:
Walking Routes
Newbiggin
Centuries ago Viking invaders and settlers left their mark in the local dialect words of the Durham Dales. The Old Norse word “foss” referred to a waterfall and still it echoes down the ages in the modern word “force”. Close to Bowlees Visitor…
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
The Plotters' Forest at Raby Castle
Type
Type:
Adventure Park / Playground
Staindrop
The Plotters’ Forest is an immersive outdoor playground located in a magical Christmas Tree Plantation at Raby Castle.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
Hamsterley Forest
Type
Type:
Forest
Redford, Hamsterley Forest
Information point and tearoom, forest drive with children's play area. Four mile forest drive runs through the forest giving access to picnic sites along the way.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Awards
- Visit England VAQAS 2021
- Visit England Quality Assured Visitor Attraction 2017
- Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016
East Durham Heritage and Lifeboat Centre
Type
Type:
Heritage / Visitor Centre
Seaham
The East Durham Heritage and Lifeboat Centre displays the historic lifeboat The George Elmy and gives and insight into the rich heritage of the area.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Auckland Castle Deer House and Park
Type
Type:
Historic Site
Bishop Auckland
A charming Gothic Revival 'eyecatcher' built in 1760 in the park of the Bishops of Durham.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Egglestone Abbey
Type
Type:
Abbey / Priory
Barnard Castle
Charming ruins of Premonstratensian Abbey and picnic area in a picturesque location on the River Tees.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
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