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

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  1. North Pennines in Autumn

    Add Rookhope Fields and Fells to your Itinerary

    Rookhope Fields and Fells

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    Walking Route

    Bishop Auckland

    In and around the former lead mining village of Rookhope, this walk takes in both the heritage and the nature of this part of Weardale.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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  2. Battle of Nevilles Cross Walk Route

    Add Battle of Neville's Cross Walk Route to your Itinerary

    Battle of Neville's Cross Walk Route

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    Walking Route

    Durham

    It is hoped that this circular walk will help bring to life for you the Battle of Neville's Cross in 1346.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Battle of Neville's Cross Walk Route
  3. Route description for Auckland Way Railway Path

    Add Auckland Way Railway Path (Walking and Cycling Route) to your Itinerary

    Auckland Way Railway Path (Walking and Cycling Route)

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    Walking Route

    A688, Bishop Auckland

    A 4.3 mile route between Bishop Auckland and Spennymoor on a former railway line passing New Coundon and Binchester, close to Auckland Park and Binchester Roman Fort.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Auckland Way Railway Path (Walking and Cycling Route)
  4. Barnard Castle

    Add Walking in Teesdale - Barnard Castle West Circular ‘The Bridges Walk’ to your Itinerary

    Walking in Teesdale - Barnard Castle West Circular ‘The Bridges Walk’

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    Barnard Castle

    A long, leisurely walk through the ever changing Deepdale Woods Nature Reserve; through open fields to the historic and picturesque Nabb Bridge over Deepdale Beck; down to the village of Boldron; past the ruins of Egglestone Abbey.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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  5. Countryside around Blanchland with women using App.

    Add Geotours App to your Itinerary

    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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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Geotours App
  6. 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 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for The Northern Saints Trails
  7. The viaduct at Hawthorn

    Add Hawthorn - Connecting the Coast to your Itinerary

    Hawthorn - Connecting the Coast

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    Hawthorn

    Take a short stroll around the village or a longer ramble out to the coast and the stunning Hawthorn Dene viaduct. Stop at the village pub for refreshments.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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  8. Lanchester Parish Walks

    Add Greencroft Walk to your Itinerary

    Greencroft Walk

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    Walking Route

    Durham

    Discover the beautiful scenery and rich heritage of Lanchester Parish. Distance: 5 Miles

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Greencroft Walk
  9. Tunstall Circular Walk

    Add Tunstall Circular Walk to your Itinerary

    Tunstall Circular Walk

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    Wolsingham, Bishop Auckland

    This 2 mile walk circles the Tunstall Reservoir just north of Wolsingham, within the North Pennines National Landscape.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Tunstall Circular Walk
  10. River Tees

    Add Mid-Teesdale Circular Walk to your Itinerary

    Mid-Teesdale Circular Walk

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    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.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Mid-Teesdale Circular Walk
  11. A church at Dalton-le-Dale

    Add Dalton-le-Dale and Dawdon - Connecting the Coast to your Itinerary

    Dalton-le-Dale and Dawdon - Connecting the Coast

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    Seaham

    Explore Dawdon Dene, visit the Norman Church of St Andrew and Dalden Tower, a former medieval manor house. 

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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  12. Durham Cathedral and Castle, rooftops of Durham City

    Add Durham Heritage Trail to your Itinerary

    Durham Heritage Trail

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    Walking Route

    Durham City

    Around every corner in Durham City is something old and interesting. To see it all in one walk is not possible, but here is a start in getting to know the City’s rich history.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Durham Heritage Trail
  13. Fishing at Finchale Abbey Park

    Add Low Newton Local Nature Reserve Walk to your Itinerary

    Low Newton Local Nature Reserve Walk

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    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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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Low Newton Local Nature Reserve Walk
  14. 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!

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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  15. The Pennine Way National Trail 60th anniversary logo.  Purple on white.

    Add The Pennine Way to your Itinerary

    The Pennine Way

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    Walking Route

    Baldersdale

    The Pennine Way was the first National Trail in England and is one of the UK’s most famous long-distance walks.  Opened on 24th April 1965, it paved the way for public access to some of England’s wildest landscapes.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for The Pennine Way
  16. Durham City South Walk

    Add Durham City South Walk to your Itinerary

    Durham City South Walk

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    Walking Route

    Durham

    This riverside and woodland route is 8 kilometres (5 miles) in length and will take up to 3 hours. It mainly follows surfaced paths or roads and can be followed at all times of the year without walking boots. Please note start point is Gala Theatre.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Durham City South Walk
  17. Durham City to St Michaels and all Angels Walk

    Add Durham City to St Michaels and all Angels Walk to your Itinerary

    Durham City to St Michaels and all Angels Walk

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    Durham

    Countryside walks from Durham City to a medieval village Church in Witton Gilbert.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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  18. Cycling in Durham

    Add Witton Dene Local Nature Reserve Walk to your Itinerary

    Witton Dene Local Nature Reserve Walk

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    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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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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  19. The Durham Dales on a sunny day

    Add Walking in Teesdale: Cotherstone West Circular to your Itinerary

    Walking in Teesdale: Cotherstone West Circular

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    Walking

    Cotherstone

    This is a moderate circular route up Baldersdale, over fields, along a quiet road and a bridleway along the edge of Cotherstone Moor.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Walking in Teesdale: Cotherstone West Circular
  20. Seaside Seaham Durham Coast

    Add Seaham Heritage Trail to your Itinerary

    Seaham Heritage Trail

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    Walking

    Seaham

    This walk provides opportunities to explore Seaham and the Marina where there are a number of places to have a coffee or a meal or simply enjoy the view with an ice cream. Cafés, bars and small shops are plentiful along North Terrace and the Marina.…

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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