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

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  1. Riverbank image of Durham

    Add Durham Peninsular Walk to your Itinerary

    Durham Peninsular Walk

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    Walking Route

    Durham

    Starting in the Market Place of Durham City, this walk will take you around the Riverbanks and winding historical Streets of the City Centre. Allow 1-2 hours to complete this Walk.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Durham Peninsular Walk
  2. Limestone LinX Map

    Add Cold Knuckles Connection to your Itinerary

    Cold Knuckles Connection

    Type

    Type:

    Cycle Route

    Durham

    The Limestone LinX walking and cycling network provides 11 miles of routes for you to use and enjoy in stunning countryside and local nature reserves.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Cold Knuckles Connection
  3. Heugh Lighthouse

    Add The Way of Love to your Itinerary

    The Way of Love

    Type

    Type:

    Religious Activity

    The Way of Love follows the influence of three of the most important female figures in the establishment of Christianity in England - St Hilda, St Helena and St Mary Magdalene - whilst mixing maritime and mining heritage, nationally-important nature…

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for The Way of Love
  4. Hayley Crawshaw dancing whilst wild swimming in the Thames

    Little Blue Pootles - Guided Swim Hikes

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoor Adventure Activities

    and North East England,

    Tailor made guided wild swimming walks, instant book packaged taster sessions, and shorter wild swim experiences, in the North Pennines, and beyond.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Little Blue Pootles - Guided Swim Hikes
  5. A bird sculpture at Horden beach banks

    Add Horden - Connecting the Coast to your Itinerary

    Horden - Connecting the Coast

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    Walking Route

    Horden

    From Horden train station you can connect with the coastal walks and visit the iconic Little Tern sculpture or explore the Limekiln Gill Local Nature Reserve.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Horden - Connecting the Coast
  6. Bishop Auckland Town Hall

    Add Bishop Auckland Trail - Short to your Itinerary

    Bishop Auckland Trail - Short

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    Walking Route

    Bishop Auckland

    This route is 2 3/4 miles (4 1/2 km) that is fairly easy and should only take 1 hour. It passes close to Auckland Palace and Binchester Roman Fort.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Bishop Auckland Trail - Short
  7. Chester-le-Street Heritage Trail inside of the church.

    Add Chester-le-Street Heritage Trail to your Itinerary

    Chester-le-Street Heritage Trail

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    Walking Route

    Chester-le-Street

    The Chester-le-Street Heritage Trail is a walk around the 2000-year history of Chester-le-Street market town, taking in sites of Roman occupation, Christian Heritage and Victorian Industry.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Chester-le-Street Heritage Trail
  8. River Tees

    Add Mid-Teesdale Circular Walk to your Itinerary

    Mid-Teesdale Circular Walk

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    Walking Route

    Barnard Castle

    This 6.6 mile circular walk takes you through the beautiful countryside of the North Pennines National Landscape and mid-Teesdale. Route information provided by North Pennines National Landscape Partnership.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Mid-Teesdale Circular Walk
  9. Nose's Point Local Nature Reserve Walk

    Add Nose's Point Local Nature Reserve Walk to your Itinerary

    Nose's Point Local Nature Reserve Walk

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    Walking Route

    Nose's Point is a double Site of Special Scientific Interest for its geology and ecology. There is much to explore and discover here with easy to follow paths, stunning scenery, poetry, artworks and plenty more.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Nose's Point Local Nature Reserve Walk
  10. Castle Eden Dene - The Squirrel Walk

    Add Castle Eden Dene - The Squirrel Walk to your Itinerary

    Castle Eden Dene - The Squirrel Walk

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    Walking Route

    Stanhope Chase, Peterlee

    The Squirrel Walk - 1.8 miles (3km) between 1-2 hours. Follow the squirrel markers. Not suitable for pushchairs. Sturdy footwear recommended. Steep in places. Avoid visiting during high winds.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Castle Eden Dene - The Squirrel Walk
  11. Lanchester Roman Walk

    Add Lanchester Roman Walk to your Itinerary

    Lanchester Roman Walk

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    Type:

    Walking Route

    Durham

    A 5 mile, moderate circular walk crossing the line of The Dere Street Roman Road and the site of Longovicium Roman Fort. There are varied surfaces with one short incline and can be wet underfoot in parts.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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  12. Autumn hills at North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)

    Add Stanhope – Exploring A Legacy of Lead to your Itinerary

    Stanhope – Exploring A Legacy of Lead

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    Type:

    Walking Route

    Stanhope, Bishop Auckland

    Three short walks around Stanhope with an option to walk to Frosterley along a quiet road beside the River Wear. They are well waymarked and easy underfoot.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Stanhope – Exploring A Legacy of Lead
  13. The Teesdale Challenge Walks

    Add The Teesdale Challenge Walks to your Itinerary

    The Teesdale Challenge Walks

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    Walking Route

    Middleton In Teesdale

    Teesdale Challenge Walks are a series of walks in Upper Teesdale, they range in difficulty from easy, family orientated walks through to 19 mile hikes.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for The Teesdale Challenge Walks
  14. River and Woodland in Barnard Castle

    Add Flatts Wood & Percy Beck Woodland Walks to your Itinerary

    Flatts Wood & Percy Beck Woodland Walks

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    Walking

    Barnard Castle

    Two short circular walks in what was known as the ‘green lung’ of Barnard Castle when it was a thriving centre of the mill trade. History, flora and fauna, and a good stretch of those legs.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Flatts Wood & Percy Beck Woodland Walks
  15. Durham Riverside Walk

    Add Durham Riverside Walk to your Itinerary

    Durham Riverside Walk

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    Walking Route

    Durham

    A wonderful Walk, taking in some beautiful Durham City Riverside Scenery. A 3 mile circular walk taking approximately 1-1.5 hours.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Durham Riverside Walk
  16. Explore the North East the Active Way Poster

    Go Smarter, Go Active Travel Itineraries

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    Family Fun

    Get out and about in beautiful Durham!

    Dates

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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  17. Limestone Linx Fossil Trail in Yellow

    Add Fossil Trail to your Itinerary

    Fossil Trail

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    Cycle Route

    Coxhoe, Durham

    The Limestone LinX walking and cycling network provides 11 miles of routes for you to use and enjoy in stunning countryside and local nature reserves.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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  18. Easington beach banks

    Add Easington - Connecting the Coast to your Itinerary

    Easington - Connecting the Coast

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    Walking Route

    Easington

    Explore the Easington Local Nature Reserve, stopping to admire the memorial garden. In the summer listen for skylarks and look out for the Durham Argus Butterfly. 

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Easington - Connecting the Coast
  19. Fishing at Finchale Abbey Park

    Add Low Newton Local Nature Reserve Walk to your Itinerary

    Low Newton Local Nature Reserve Walk

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    In Brasside take right signposted 'prison staff and visitor car park' and public Bridleway., Continue along side of Prison until it opens out and bear right to the parking area.

    A visit to Low Newton Junction Local Nature Reserve is an interesting one. There are so many different habitats in such a small area.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Low Newton Local Nature Reserve Walk
  20. Neptune statue in Durham Market Place

    Add The Durham Miners' Path Walk to your Itinerary

    The Durham Miners' Path Walk

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    Durham

    This walk takes in some of the landmarks of mining trade unionism in the city and follows the route the miners would take to Big Meeting.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for The Durham Miners' Path Walk
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