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Experience Durham’s fascinating history on one of many heritage trails across the county.

From geology and industry to painters and poets, set out on a heritage trail and take a step back in time.

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  1. Tees Railway Path

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    Tees Railway Path

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    Cycle Route

    Middleton in Teesdale

    This route is set in the attractive countryside of Teesdale, within the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The path starts just outside Middleton-in-Teesdale, passing the picturesque villages of Mickleton and Romaldkirk.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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  2. Cross in a church

    Add Cuddy's Corse to your Itinerary

    Cuddy's Corse

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    Chester-le-Street

    Follow this walk in the footsteps of Saint Cuthbert’s Community on their final journey from Chester-le-Street to Durham Cathedral, carrying the uncorrupted body (Corse) of Cuthbert, the Patron Saint of the North.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Cuddy's Corse
  3. Riverbank image of Durham

    Add Durham Peninsular Walk to your Itinerary

    Durham Peninsular Walk

    Type

    Type:

    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.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Durham Peninsular Walk
  4. Chester-le-Street Heritage Trail inside of the church.

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    Chester-le-Street Heritage Trail

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    Type:

    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.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Chester-le-Street Heritage Trail
  5. view of Crimdon Dene Beach

    Add Crimdon - Durham Heritage Coast Walk to your Itinerary

    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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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Crimdon - Durham Heritage Coast Walk
  6. Lanchester Valley Railway Path (Walking and Cycling Route)

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    Lanchester Valley Railway Path (Walking and Cycling Route)

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    Walking Route

    Turn at Stonebridge roundabout onto B6302 to Ushaw Moor, Entrance is signed 0.5 miles on the left

    A 12 mile route from Broompark Picnic Site, just outside Durham City to Consett, running past Bearpark, Langley Park, Lanchester and Knitsley.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Lanchester Valley Railway Path (Walking and Cycling Route)
  7. Walking in the North Pennines

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    Deerness Valley Way Railway Path (Walking and Cycling Route)

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    Walking Route

    Turn at Stonebridge roundabout onto B6302 to Ushaw Moor, Entrance is signed ½ mile on left

    An 8.5 mile route on a former railway line from Broompark Picnic Site, just outside Durham City to Crook, running past Ushaw Moor, Deerness View and Stanley Crook. It forms part of the Walney to Wear (W2W) long distance cycling route.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Deerness Valley Way Railway Path (Walking and Cycling Route)
  8. Pennine Journey - Durham Section

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    Pennine Journey - Durham Section

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    Walking Route

    The Durham section of The Pennine Journey starts in Tan Hill and continues north to Blanchland – a distance of 32 miles.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Pennine Journey - Durham Section
  9. Lanchester Roman Walk

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    Lanchester Roman Walk

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    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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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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  10. St John's Chapel

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    St John's Chapel Walk

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    Walking Route

    St John's Chapel

    High up in Weardale, this is a lovely country walk that is not too difficult - apart from a short climb up to Allercleugh Farm - yet rewards with a real sense of being away from the crowds.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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  11. Viewpoint from Cycling on the Waskerley Way

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

    Waskerley Way Railway Path (Walking and Cycling Route)

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    Walking Route

    Turn left at The Grove, Consett

    A 9.7 mile route from Lydgett's Junction in Consett to Parkhead, Stanhope running past Rowley, Smiddy Shaw Reservoir and Waskerley Reservoir.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Waskerley Way Railway Path (Walking and Cycling Route)
  12. Escomb Saxon Church

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    Escomb Walk

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    Walking Route

    Escomb, Bishop Auckland

    This Route is a relatively easy 5 mile (8 1/4 km) walk that should take 2 1/2 hours taking in Escomb Saxon Church and The River Wear.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Escomb Walk
  13. Balderhead Reservoir Trout Fishery

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    Teesdale Reservoirs Walk

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    Walking Route

    Baldersdale

    This 12.6km walk, starting at Balderhead Reservoir, offers an invigorating walk with stunning views of three of Northumbrian Water’s six reservoirs in Teesdale.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Teesdale Reservoirs Walk
  14. Causey Arch Picnic Area Walking Route

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    Causey Arch Picnic Area Walking Route

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    Walking Route

    Near Stanley

    Causey Arch Picnic Area is UK Woodland Assurance Scheme certified, a scheduled monument and Local Wildlife Site. Habitats include Ancient woodland, running water and grassland. It is suitable for walkers and wheelchair users.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Causey Arch Picnic Area Walking Route
  15. Frosterley Marble Walk

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    Frosterley Marble Walk

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    Type:

    Walking Route

    Frosterley, Bishop Auckland

    Three walks in search of Frosterley Marble.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Frosterley Marble Walk
  16. Seaham Beach - photograph by Charlie Hedley

    Add Seaham -  Durham Heritage Coast Walk to your Itinerary

    Seaham - Durham Heritage Coast Walk

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    Walking Route

    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.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Seaham - Durham Heritage Coast Walk
  17. Walks around Ushaw - The Boundary Walk

    Add Walks around Ushaw - The Boundary Walk to your Itinerary

    Walks around Ushaw - The Boundary Walk

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    Type:

    Walking Route

    Durham

    This walk is currently closed for maintenance.​​​​​​

    ​​​​​​​​​​Come and enjoy a 3-mile circular route around the Ushaw estate, starting at the main house and taking in the old hilltop with wide-open views of Durham’s countryside.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Walks around Ushaw - The Boundary Walk
  18. Bishop Auckland Town Hall

    Add Bishop Auckland Trail - Long to your Itinerary

    Bishop Auckland Trail - Long

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    Walking Route

    Bishop Auckland

    This Walk is a medium grade 4 1/2 miles (7 1/4 km) through peaceful countryside and woodland, including Auckland Palace and Binchester Roman Fort. This should take 2 – 2 1/2 hours.


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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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  19. Spring in the North Pennines

    Add Woodland - Gaunless Valley Heritage Walk to your Itinerary

    Woodland - Gaunless Valley Heritage Walk

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    Walking Route

    Butterknowle

    A 51/2 Mile Circular Walk that visits Woodland’s Coal Mining Heritage. This walk travels in a clockwise direction, commencing from and returning to the Gaunless Smelt Mill car park.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Woodland - Gaunless Valley Heritage Walk
  20. Battle of Nevilles Cross Walk Route

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    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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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Battle of Neville's Cross Walk Route
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