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Durham was made for walking, from gentle strolls to more challenging treks.

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  1. Three children at Hardwick Park using App

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    Dinosaur Safari at Hardwick Park

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    Walking

    Sedgefield

    Visitors to Hardwick Park in Sedgefield can enjoy new and exciting adventures with the launch of an interactive mobile app. The free Love Exploring mobile app features digital treasure hunts, suitable for all ages. In one of the most popular,…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Dinosaur Safari at Hardwick Park
  2. Gruffalo trail at Hamsterley, children activities county Durham. rail and exciting augmented reality app

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    Gruffalo Sculptures at Hamsterley

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    Walking

    Hamsterley Forest

    Gruffalo Orienteering - fun family map reading challenge
    Try our fun, navigational challenge at Hamsterley Forest using a simple map to find twelve Gruffalo markers hidden in the deep, dark wood.

    If you're feeling competitive, choose to run, walk…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Gruffalo Sculptures at Hamsterley
  3. Walking in the North Pennines

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    Walking in the North Pennines

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    Walking

    Stanhope

    The North Pennines have a vast rights of way network, including the Pennine Way National Trail, numerous circular walks and large areas of open access land making it a great place to go for a walk.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Walking in the North Pennines
  4. Burnhope Reservoir

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    Burnhope Reservoir

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    Picnic Site

    Wearhead

    Enjoy a peaceful circular walk around this reservoir in Weardale. There's some wonderful woodland trails and lakeside paths to enjoy. It's a very quiet place with a series of picnic tables where you can stop to enjoy the lovely scenery of the North…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  5. couple walking on the Durham Heritage Coast

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    Walking on the Durham Heritage Coast

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    Seaham

    The Durham Coastal Footpath is an 11 mile walking route following the King Charles III England Coast Path – discover and explore spectacular grasslands, magical coastal denes and uncover the rich heritage that has shaped this coastline into a unique…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Walking on the Durham Heritage Coast
  6. Sculpture at Parkland.

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    Parkland at Dalton Park

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    Seaham

    Some people love to shop while others long for the great outdoors – at Dalton Park you can have it all! Once you’ve explored the bright and airy shopping malls of Dalton Park you can also discover 55 acres of landscaped Parkland that are opposite…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  7. Hamsterley Forest Walk

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    Walking at Hamsterley Forest

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    Hamsterley Forest

    When you walk around Hamsterley Forest you are walking through a former agricultural and shooting estate. Three walks start from the notice board in the Bedburn car park opposite the cycle hire and two further walks start along the valley from Grove…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  8. Woman with child looking at App on a mobile phone, forest setting

    Add Dinosaur Safari at Wharton Park to your Itinerary

    Dinosaur Safari at Wharton Park

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    Durham City

    Visitors to Wharton Park in Durham City can enjoy new and exciting adventures with the launch of an interactive mobile app, a free app which can be downloaded for both Android and iPhone.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Dinosaur Safari at Wharton Park
  9. Forests for Wellbeing. Image of someone walking through a pleasant, sunlit forest.

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    Forests for Wellbeing Trail - Hamsterley Forest

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    Nature Trail

    Hamsterley

    Experience the wellbeing benefits of nature at Hamsterley Forest.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Forests for Wellbeing Trail - Hamsterley Forest
  10. The Cafe on the Green

    Add Durham City - Churches, Chapels and Cafes Trail to your Itinerary

    Durham City - Churches, Chapels and Cafes Trail

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    Walking Route

    DURHAM

    Stay even longer in Durham City to explore a selection of the city’s parish churches and places of worship.   Discover heritage embracing the quirky, the poignant and the charming.  Some are architectural gems.   Many display beautiful, decorative…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Durham City - Churches, Chapels and Cafes Trail
  11. A Witch and a cat riding a broom.  Room on the Broom © 2001 Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler. Licensed by Magic Light Pictures Ltd.

    Add Room on the Broom Trail at Hamsterley Forest to your Itinerary

    Room on the Broom Trail at Hamsterley Forest

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    Walking

    Redford, Hamsterley Forest

    This interactive family trail is packed with Room on the Broom themed activities, fascinating forest facts and plenty of hands-on fun. 

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    28 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Room on the Broom Trail at Hamsterley Forest
  12. Durham Cathedral, trees river

    Add The Northern Saints Trails to your Itinerary

    The Northern Saints Trails

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    Walking Route

    The Northern Saints Trails, based on ancient pilgrim routes, position the North East as the ‘Christian Crossroads of the British Isles’, and bring the fascinating stories of the region’s Saints to life. 

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for The Northern Saints Trails
  13. Countryside around Blanchland with women using App.

    Geotours App

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    Walking

    A free app has been created to help people explore the geology and landscape of inspiring sites along the European Atlantic Geotourism Route, including the North Pennines.  

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Geotours App
  14. view of Crimdon Dene Beach

    Crimdon - Durham Heritage Coast Walk

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    Walking Route

    Crimdon

    Crimdon has been a popular place for holiday makers for many years. From the 1920’s mining communities from the area visited Crimdon for their annual summer holidays. The name derives from the Old English words crymel’ and ‘dun’.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Crimdon - Durham Heritage Coast Walk
  15. Lanchester Parish Walks

    South Ridge Walk

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    Type:

    Walking Route

    Durham

    Discover the beautiful scenery and rich heritage of Lanchester Parish. Distance: 7 Miles

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for South Ridge Walk
  16. Walking in the North Pennines

    Tow Law and Thornley Beck

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    Walking Route

    Bishop Auckland

    A moderate 4.5 mile circular walk across farmland and through woodland with stunning views of Weardale.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Tow Law and Thornley Beck
  17. Alan McPhail Photography;

    Beamish Woods Circular Walk

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    Walking Route

    Near entrance to Beamish Museum, Stanley

    Discover Beamish's Hidden Valley. A 3 mile walk exploring industrial and natural heritage.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Beamish Woods Circular Walk
  18. Shincliffe Walks - Walk 4: Railway, Watermill and Woodland

    Shincliffe Walks - Walk 4: Railway, Watermill and Woodland

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    Walking Route

    Shincliffe

    Shincliffe Walks - Walk 4 of 5 - Railway,Watermill and Woodland.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Shincliffe Walks - Walk 4: Railway, Watermill and Woodland
  19. Cycling in Durham

    Witton Dene Local Nature Reserve Walk

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    Walking Route

    Durham

    Witton Dene Local Nature Reserve is a Local Wildlife Site of Ancient Woodland suitable for walkers and wheelchair users in parts. Witton Dene is a steep-sided wooded dene close to the village of Witton Gilbert. It is an oasis for wildlife.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Witton Dene Local Nature Reserve Walk
  20. Walking on the Durham Heritage Coast

    Blackhall Rocks Local Nature Reserve Walk

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    Walking Route

    Hartlepool

    Blackhall Rocks is a Local Nature Reserve and picnic area within Durham Heritage Coast and is UK Woodland Assurance Scheme certified. Part Site of Special Scientific Interest, Special Area of Conservation.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Blackhall Rocks Local Nature Reserve Walk
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