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This is Durham... my Great Outdoors

• A challenge

  A challenge

  • Adventurous activities and events

  • Challenging rides

    Head out on a cycling adventure with these top picks of wild and wonderful biking trails.

  • Challenging walks

    Put your legs to the test with long distance and challenging walking routes in Durham.

• A reward

  A reward

  • Foodie activities and events

    You'll find lots of tasty places to explore and enjoy delicious local produce in Durham's great outdoors.

  • Rewarding bike rides

    Take your pick from these cycling trails with tasty stop off points along the way.

  • Rewarding walks

    Walking routes with welcoming pubs, perfect picnic spots and tempting treats along the way.

• Adventure activities

  Adventure activities

• Bowlees Visitor Centre

• Breathtaking views

  breathtaking views

  • Scenic cycle rides

    You'll never 'tyre' of the views from these top Durham cycling routes.

  • See & do

  • Walks with a view

    Take your pick from walks and trails which take you through the county's most spectacular landscapes.

• Cycling in Durham
  • Cycling Events

  • Cycling Friendly Accommodation

  • Cycling Friendly Places to Eat

  • Cycling Routes

  • Electric Bikes

  • Top 10 Cycling Routes

• Dark skies

  Dark skies

• Dog-friendly breaks

• Family time

  Family time

  • Family outdoor activities and events

    There's lots of wonderful places to explore as a family, in Durham's great outdoors.

  • Family rides

    Discover family-friendly cycle routes across the county.

  • Family walks

    From coast to countryside. take your pick from our top family-friendly walks and trails.

• Getting back to nature

  Getting back to nature

  • Walk on the wild side

    Follow the county's nature trails and see what resident wildlife you can spot along the way.

  • Wildlife activities and events

    There's lots of wild and wonderful places to explore the county's natural beauty and wildlife.

  • Wildlife watching rides

    Routes that take you close to top wildlife watching spots.

• Great Days

  Great Days

• Great Stays

  Great Stays

• Hamsterley Forest

  A magnet for mountain bikers, walkers, families and four-legged friends - explore 2,000 hectares of fantastic forest

  • A Night Safari in Hamsterley Forest

    A Night Safari in Hamsterley Forest

  • Cycling at Hamsterley Forest

    Hamsterley is a 'must-ride' destination for all cycle enthusiasts

  • Events at Hamsterley Forest

    Discover all the fun of the forest at exciting events and activities in Hamsterley Forest

  • Family Bushcrafts at Hamsterley Forest

    Family Bushcrafts at Hamsterley Forest

  • Shaun the Sheep Farmageddon Glow Trail at Hamsterl

    Shaun the Sheep Farmageddon Glow Trail at Hamsterley Forest

  • Walking at Hamsterley Forest

    Explore the heart of the forest on wonderful woodland walks

• Nature highlights

  Nature highlights

• North Pennines AONB

  Home to wonderful wildlife, stunning landscapes and spectacular natural wonders

• Outdoor Adventure Activities

• Raby

  There's lots to discover inside and out of the ancient Raby Castle.

  • cycling at Raby

    Take in the amazing sights of Raby on a exhilarating bike ride

  • Events at Raby

    There's so much to see, do and explore at Raby

  • High Force Hotel

    Escape to the county at this dog-friendly historic inn, the perfect base for exploring the Durham Dales and North Pennines A

  • High Force Waterfall

    Feel the force at High Force Waterfall - one of England's most spectacular waterfalls

  • Raby Castle

    Discover fascinating stories as you travel through time at Raby Castle - one of England's finest and best-preserved Medieval castles

  • Walking at Raby

    Get up close to nature and wonderful wildlife on a walk through Raby

• Switching off

  Switching off

  • Peaceful rides

    Ride through unspoilt scenery as you enjoy some peace and tranquillity

  • See & do

    Get off the beaten track and enjoy some tranquil time out

  • Tranquil walks

    Follow the path less travelled and discover beautiful landscapes across the county.

• Walking in Durham
  • Top 10 Walking Routes

  • Walking Events

  • Walking Friendly Accommodation

  • Walking Friendly Places to Eat

  • Walking Routes