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From tranquil walks and countryside cycle rides, to peaceful picnic spots and incredible works of art.
There’s lots of hidden gems to enjoy in Newton Aycliffe.
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Walking Route
NEWTON AYCLIFFE
The original route of the Great Aycliffe Way was compiled in 1998 to commemorate 50 years since the designation of the new town of Newton Aycliffe. A second route was added to the South of the original in 2008 to take the rest of the residential…
Parkland / Woodland Garden
NEWTON AYCLIFFE
The site of Ayciffe nature park is wholly owned by Great Aycliffe Town Council and is managed with the assistance of Aycliffe Nature Park Association. The park has an exceptional range of habitats, with a number of interesting species. This 4…
Nature Trail
NEWTON AYCLIFFE
West Park is situated next to Ashfield and Oakfield. Apart from a large recreation area it has a large man-made lake which is home during the day to various wild fowl. There are picnic benches situated around the sides of the bottom lake.
Public Art
NEWTON AYCLIFFE
Designed by artist Joseph Hillier, In Our Image is a landmark designed to represent the industrial heritage of the area.
Cycle Route
Newton Aycliffe to Shildon Loop is a 16 mile easy cycle route town to town with a rural feel on the way, on-road. It is marked on the Durham County Council South Durham Cycle Map as CDS1.
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