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Art and Craft Activity
Newton Aycliffe
Whether you’re an absolute beginner to crafting or a seasoned pro, there’s something for everyone at the Crafter’s Companion Aycliffe store.
Outdoor Adventure Activities
Bishop Middleham
Fancy a flight in a helicopter and the chance to see some famous landmarks around Durham? At Northumbria Helicopters we offer various pleasure flights in our Jet Ranger departing from Fishburn Airfield and other locations throughout the North East.
Gallery
Bishop Auckland
With three permanent rooms and one temporary exhibition space on the ground floor, the gallery explores working life in the coal mines through original artefacts and artworks by prominent mining artists such as Tom McGuinness and Norman Cornish.
Adventure Sport Centre
Witton Gilbert
Quad biking, mud buggies, 4x4, archery, clay pigeon shooting and much more in 2,500 acres of beautiful Durham countryside. Drive it, shoot it, ride it! Pre-booking required.
Adventure Park / Playground
Near Witton Gilbert
Fun Adventure Farm. Woodland trails and adventure activities for all the family. Farm butchery. Coffee shop.
Railway
Tanfield
Oldest existing railway in the world, opened 1725. Steam-hauled passenger trains, vintage carriages, 61 locomotives and steam-driven vintage workshop. Please see website for dates and operating times.
Farm
Lanchester
Award-winning farm attraction set in attractive countryside, see and touch the animals at close quarters. Farm trailer ride, gift shop, tearoom, indoor softplay area picnic and play area.
Military
Spennymoor
The Durham Light Infantry Collection has moved to Sevenhills at Spennymoor. Items from the collection are available to view preferably by prior appointment, there is also a dedicated research and study area. The DLI medal collection is available to…
Walking Route
Lanchester
This is a picnic site which is UK Woodland Assurance Scheme certified. Habitats include woodland, riverside and wildflower meadow. The 0.5 mile (800m) route shown is suitable for walkers, wheelchair users and those with pushchairs.
Historic Site
Bishop Auckland
Auckland Castle commands a prominent position overlooking the River Wear, surrounded by formal gardens and 150 acres of idyllic parkland. The highlight is a Deer House built in 1760 in Gothic Revival style constructed as a folly to provide shelter.
Church / Chapel
Bishop Auckland
One of England's finest Saxon churches, Escomb dates to the 7thC and contains a Roman arch and stonework. If locked keys available from 28 Saxon Green (daily 9-6 during summer and 9-4 during winter).
Municipal Park
Consett
Blackhill and Consett Park is located in the Blackhill conservation area.
Family Fun
With miles of old waggonways to enjoy, explore the trails in the Plantation at Burnopfield, cycle the Derwent Walk from Consett and play in the river at Allensford. Connect with nature on the banks of the River Derwent at Ebchester, discover the…
Spa and Relaxation
Bishop Auckland
Staying away should be a chance to relax and escape the daily demands and there’s nowhere better to shed any stress than our hotel health club and spa.
Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre
Chester-le-Street
The splash pad is a state of the art play facility which is free to use and suitable for families from toddlers to early teens. It is the only splash pad in County Durham and replaces the old paddling pool.
Bird Watching
Walworth
Walworth Castle Birds of Prey specialises in offering fantastic falconry experiences and daily flying displays. The centre is set within the stunning grounds of Walworth Castle.
Heritage / Visitor Centre
Bishop Auckland
Your visit to The Auckland Project begins at Auckland Tower, where you can find all the information you need to explore the castle, grounds and local area. Here you will buy entry tickets, collect guidebooks and maps, get directions, and learn about…
Farm
Houghton le Spring
Award winning Farm Adventure Park for the whole family! Come and feed the lambs, hold a fluffy chick, wash Peppa the pig, meet the meerkats, cuddle cute rabbits and chicks, groom Summer the Donkey. Seasonal attractions and rides galore!
Spa and Relaxation
Darlington
PAMPERED SOUL
We are delighted to welcome Yvonne at Pampered Soul to Blackwell Grange Hotel. Yvonne will be offering a wide range of treatments from Aromatherapy Massage to Hot Stones Reflexology.
Pampered Soul loves to help you relax…
Golf
Darlington
This easy walking mature parkland course was constructed in 1992 and is the ideal location to perfect that swing, setting a good but firm challenge to any standard of golfer.
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