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  1. Explore the North East the Active Way Poster

    Go Smarter, Go Active Travel Itineraries

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    Family Fun

    Get out and about in beautiful Durham!

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Go Smarter, Go Active Travel Itineraries
  2. Balderhead Reservoir Trout Fishery

    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 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Teesdale Reservoirs Walk
  3. Hay Meadow - Copyright NPAP/Rebecca Barrett

    Upper Weardale Cycle Route

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    Cycle Route

    Bishop Auckland

    This 5.5mile route takes you through the beautiful countryside of upper Weardale in the North Pennines National Landscape.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Upper Weardale Cycle Route
  4. People walking in the woods

    Killhope Woodland Walks

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    Walking Route

    Upper Weardale

    The woodland walks are part of a day out at Killhope – two wildlife hides, one accessible hide on the push chair friendly walk.

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    From:
    1 Apr 2026to31 Oct 2026
    More info for Killhope Woodland Walks
  5. Durham City Art Trail

    Durham City Art Trail

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    Walking Route

    DURHAM

    So much in Durham City can be enjoyed as art including buildings, sculpture, paintings, literature, music and crafts old and new.    And so much in Durham has inspired works of art, old and new.  That sudden unexpected view; a shaft of light…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Durham City Art Trail
  6. The River Tees

    Walking in Teesdale: Cotherstone to Barnard Castle

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    Walking

    Cotherstone

    A leisurely walk which rises high above the River Tees, then leads through fields and woods, with several becks on the way.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Walking in Teesdale: Cotherstone to Barnard Castle
  7. Cycling in Durham

    Willington - Bishop Auckland Cycle Route

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    Cycle Route

    Near Crook

    An easy 11 mile route passing Auckland Palace and Binchester Roman Fort.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  8. Cycling at Hamsterley Forest

    Hamsterley Forest - Blue Cycle Trail

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    Cycle Route

    Bishop Auckland

    Blue Trail - Moderate, suitable for intermediate cyclists/ mountain bikers with basic off road riding skills.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Hamsterley Forest - Blue Cycle Trail
  9. Heugh Lighthouse

    The Way of Love

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    Religious Activity

    The Way of Love follows the influence of three of the most important female figures in the establishment of Christianity in England - St Hilda, St Helena and St Mary Magdalene - whilst mixing maritime and mining heritage, nationally-important nature…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  10. Tow Law - Willington Cycle Route

    Tow Law - Willington Cycle Route

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    Cycle Route

    Weardale, Tow Law

    A moderate 21 mile loop taking in Wolsingham and The Weardale Railway.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Tow Law - Willington Cycle Route
  11. 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.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Grassholme Reservoir Circular Walk
  12. Two people on bikes at the coast

    Murton Loop Cycle Route

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    Cycle Route

    Seaham

    A cycle loop from Seaham taking in National Cycle Network 1 (off-road), returning via Cold Hesledon back to Seaham.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Murton Loop Cycle Route
  13. Lanchester Parish Walks

    Greencroft Walk

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    Durham

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

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  14. Countryside around Blanchland with women using App.

    Geotours App

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    Walking

    A free app has been created to help people explore the geology and landscape of inspiring sites along the European Atlantic Geotourism Route, including the North Pennines.  

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Geotours App
  15. Frosterley Marble Walk

    Frosterley Marble Walk

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    Walking Route

    Frosterley, Bishop Auckland

    Three walks in search of Frosterley Marble.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Frosterley Marble Walk
  16. Durham Coast

    Blackhall Heritage Coastal Footpath

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    Walking Route

    Near Blackhall Colliery

    The sight and sound of skylarks rising above the short Magnesian Limestone grassland is very noticeable in this area. The grass is kept purposely short to encourage them.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Blackhall Heritage Coastal Footpath
  17. River Tees

    Mid-Teesdale Circular Walk

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    Walking Route

    Barnard Castle

    This 6.6 mile circular walk takes you through the beautiful countryside of the North Pennines National Landscape and mid-Teesdale. Route information provided by North Pennines National Landscape Partnership.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Mid-Teesdale Circular Walk
  18. Information on Blanchland Circular Walk

    Blanchland Circular Walk

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    Walking Route

    Blanchland

    You'll never forget this timeless stroll through one of England's oldest and most beautiful villages with its striking mixed woodland situated right on the River Derwent. It’s set in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Blanchland Circular Walk
  19. Pity Me Carrs Local Nature Reserve Walk Map

    Pity Me Carrs Local Nature Reserve Walk

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    Walking Route

    Pity Me

    A pocket of green space surrounded on all sides by houses and businesses makes this a quiet haven in which people can walk and enjoy the fresh air. It is also a much needed area for local wildlife to take refuge from the surrounding urban area.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Pity Me Carrs Local Nature Reserve Walk
  20. Neptune statue in Durham Market Place

    The Durham Miners' Path Walk

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    Walking Route

    Durham

    This walk takes in some of the landmarks of mining trade unionism in the city and follows the route the miners would take to Big Meeting.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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