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  1. The Pennine Way National Trail 60th anniversary logo.  Purple on white.

    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 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for The Pennine Way
  2. Cycle Path at Castle Eden

    Three Rivers Cycle Route Haswell to Hartlepool National Route 14

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    Cycle Route

    Haswell

    The Haswell to Wingate section (5 miles) is shared with National Route 1. It continues on its mostly off-road route following a disused railway path, gently climbing down through Castle Eden to Crimdon before continuing towards Hartlepool (10 miles).

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Three Rivers Cycle Route Haswell to Hartlepool National Route 14
  3. Derwent Reservoir Trout Fishery

    Derwent Reservoir Walk

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    Edmundbyers

    Discover the wildlife and history of Derwent Reservoir along the multi user trail while taking in the breathtaking views of the reservoir.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Derwent Reservoir Walk
  4. Battle of Nevilles Cross Walk Route

    Battle of Neville's Cross Walk Route

    Type

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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.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Battle of Neville's Cross Walk Route
  5. Carved wooden sculpture depicting a Dragonfly

    Hardwick Park Sculpture Trail

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    Walking Route

    Sedgefield

    Six wetland-inspired oak pieces, designed and carved by north east artists Lee and Jill Brewster.  The artworks, depicting a dragonfly, frog and other wetland animals, were commissioned by the Discover Brightwater Landscape Project team.  

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Hardwick Park Sculpture Trail
  6. Pennine Journey - Durham Section

    Pennine Journey - Durham Section

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    Type:

    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 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Pennine Journey - Durham Section
  7. Walking in Teesdale - Cotherstone Circular Walk

    Walking in Teesdale - Cotherstone Circular Walk

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    Walking Route

    Cotherstone

    A 6 mile Circular Walk - from the Fox and Hounds on the West Green, Cotherstone.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Walking in Teesdale - Cotherstone Circular Walk
  8. Walk - The Durham Round

    Walk - The Durham Round

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    Walking Route

    Long distance route for walkers around the boundary of County Durham. A challenge to walkers, researched by Jill Delaney.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Walk - The Durham Round
  9. Cross in a church

    Cuddy's Corse

    Type

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    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.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Cuddy's Corse
  10. North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty  Guided Walk: Two Hills

    Both Sides of the Tees: Barnard Castle and Whorlton

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    Walking Route

    Barnard Castle

    Both Sides of the Tees: Barnard Castle and Whorlton
    (5hrs) 9 miles

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Both Sides of the Tees: Barnard Castle and Whorlton
  11. Durham History Hunt Header

    Durham History Hunt

    Find 26 stops each offering a unique perspective on times gone by. Discover the reason why Durham City is here and take in all that it offers today.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  12. Alan McPhail Photography;

    Trimdon Parish Circular Walk

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    Walking Route

    Trimdon

    A 3 mile circular walk around Trimdon Parish passing mining sites of interest, a church dating from 1146 and through woodland habitat.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  13. Wingate Quarry Local Nature Reserve Walk

    Wingate Quarry Local Nature Reserve Walk

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    Walking Route

    Trimdon Station

    Wingate Quarry Local Nature Reserve is a Site of Special Scientific Interest, Open Access Land, and is UK Woodland Assurance Scheme certified. Habitats include grassland, woodland, wetland and scrub.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Wingate Quarry Local Nature Reserve Walk
  14. Hunwick country lane.

    Hunwick Village Short Walk - Heritage Walk 1

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    Walking Route

    Hunwick

    A gentle walk around Hunwick Village. 2.5 miles.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Hunwick Village Short Walk - Heritage Walk 1
  15. Seaham Beach - photograph by Charlie Hedley

    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 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Seaham - Durham Heritage Coast Walk
  16. Go Fishing with Northumbrian Water - Angling For Everyone

    Grassholme Reservoir Circular Walk

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    Walking Route

    Barnard Castle

    A four mile circular footpath around the shoreline of Grassholme Reservoir, providing magnificent views across the water with a picnic area and shop.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Grassholme Reservoir Circular Walk
  17. Cockfield Fell Heritage Walk

    Cockfield Fell Heritage Walk

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    Walking Route

    Bishop Auckland

    This three and a half mile walk travels in a anti-clockwise direction, commencing from and returning to the Hollymoor car park.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Cockfield Fell Heritage Walk
  18. Beach banks at Horden

    Horden Grasslands Local Nature Reserve Walk

    Type

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    Walking Route

    Horden Grasslands is a Local Nature Reserve and is UK Woodland Assurance Scheme certified, within Durham Heritage Coast. Habitats include grassland, scrub and woodland. The one-mile linear route takes you next to the grassland and the clifftops.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Horden Grasslands Local Nature Reserve Walk
  19. Greenwell Walk

    Greenwell Walk

    Type

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    Walking Route

    Lanchester, Durham

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

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  20. North Pennines in Autumn

    Sea to Sea (C2C) Cycle Route

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    Cycle Route

    The UK's most popular 'challenge' cycle route passes through the northern Lake District before climbing the Pennines, 'the roof of England', and then descending to the railway paths of Durham Dales.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Sea to Sea (C2C) Cycle Route
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