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  1. St Brandon's Church

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    St Brandon's Church

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    Brancepeth

    St Brandon's Church is set in the beautiful village of Brancepeth, having been recently restored after a devastating fire in 1998. As well as being the Parish Church for the Brancepeth area it is also available for use as a concert venue.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  2. Sweet Sally Cinnamon 
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    Sweet Sally Cinnamon - artisan confectionery maker

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    Buy Online

    Waterhouses

    Fresh handmade cinder toffee, fudge, brittle, hot chocolate spoons and baking mixes are produced by Sweet Sally Cinnamon for supply to farm shops, gift shops.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  3. Dark Skies image

    The Rookhope Arch

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    Landmark

    A local landmark is the Rookhope Arch at Lintzgarth, a few hundred yards west up the valley; one of the few remaining parts of the 2 miles (3.2 km) Rookhope Chimney. This "horizontal" chimney (parallel to the ground, which actually rises steeply to…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  4. Fishing at Finchale Abbey Park

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    Fishing at Finchale Abbey Park

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    Fishery

    Durham

    Two mile stretch of the river Wear, 1 mile either side of the Abbey, access above abbey is by the river bank and below abbey by a road way leading to various points of easy access to the river bank.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  5. Play area at Chester-le-Street Riverside Park Splash Pad

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    Chester-le-Street Riverside Park Splash Pad

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    Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre

    Chester-le-Street

    The splash pad is a state-of-the-art play facility which is free to use and suitable for families from toddlers to early teens. It is the only splash pad in County Durham and replaces the old paddling pool.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  6. High Force Waterfall Durham

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    Durham is home to some of the country’s most historic castles, iconic abbeys and landmarks. Take a step back in time with this tailor-made itinerary, discovering the dramatic castles and cascading landscapes across the county.

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  7. elvet methodist church

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    Elvet Methodist Church

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    Durham

    Elvet Methodist Church is situated in Old Elvet, three minutes walk east of the market place.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  8. Shop front

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    Circle Vintage Durham

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    Second-hand / Vintage Shop

    Durham City

    Circle Vintage is a small, local family business, housed in a beautiful listed building on Saddler Street. Born from a nostalgic love of collecting, the store showcases Durham City’s  largest collection of true vintage, retro and pre-loved designer…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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  9. Historic Tours UK Ltd

    Historic Tours UK Ltd

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    City Tours

    including Durham City and County Durham,

    Welcome to Historic Tours UK! Whether you’re a student or a world traveller, I offer historic tours of Durham, Hadrian’s Wall, York. Manchester, and Chester.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  10. Christchurch Durham

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    Christchurch Durham

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    Durham City

    Christchurch Durham is an Anglican Evangelical Church in Durham, please see website for more details.

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  11. Tommy statue at sunset

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    Eleven-O-One

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    Public Art

    Seaham

    Tommy is a statue of a Great War soldier by artist Ray Lonsdale. Displayed close to Seaham war memorial, on Terrace Green by the seafront in Seaham, County Durham.  It depicts a First World War soldier, wearing boots, puttees, greatcoat and tin hat,…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  12. Weardale Museum and High House Chapel

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    Weardale Museum

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    Museum

    Ireshopeburn

    Small but fascinating volunteer run folk museum with an amazing collection including the beautiful Weardale Tapestry, displays on mining,a mineral collection and the finds from St Botolph's Chapel, Frosterley.Also a display commemorating the lives…

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    1 Apr 2026to31 Oct 2026

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member
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  13. Durham Cathedral, trees river

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    The Northern Saints Trails

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    Walking Route

    The Northern Saints Trails, based on ancient pilgrim routes, position the North East as the ‘Christian Crossroads of the British Isles’, and bring the fascinating stories of the region’s Saints to life. 

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  14. Lord Londonderry Statue

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    Lord Londonderry Statue

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    Durham City

    Raffaele Monti's statue of Charles William Vane Stewart, the 3rd Marquess of Londonderry.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  15. St Margaret of Antioch Church

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    St Margaret of Antioch Church

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    Durham

    St Margaret of Antioch: a friendly parish church in the heart of Durham. Over many centuries St Margaret’s has welcomed countless wanderers and pilgrims in the name of Christ.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  16. The Witham lit up at night

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    The Witham

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    Arts Centre

    Barnard Castle

    The Witham is a community venue for theatre, music, art and social events, facilities range from the architecturally award-winning café bar to a fully-renovated Victorian music hall.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2019TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  17. Exterior view of The EDAN Gallery

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    The EDAN Gallery

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    Gallery

    Seaham

    The EDAN Gallery is the only dedicated art gallery in East Durham. 

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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  18. Stall at Market Place at The HUB

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    The HUB Market Place

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    Consett

    Shop local at The HUB Consett with over 65 stockists to choose from selling everything from food and drink to crafts, homeware, and jewelry. The quality and selection available is phenomenal. All of the stockists are small and micro North East based…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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  19. Jan Williams engaging a tour on Palace Green Durham

    Jan Williams - Durham Tours

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    Blue Badge Guide

    including Durham City and County Durham,

    Award-winning North East England Blue Badge for the independent traveller and groups. Special interests include “The Northern Saints Trail” in County Durham and guided walks of Durham City (accredited Durham Cathedral guide).

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for Jan Williams - Durham Tours
  20. Moor House Activity Centre

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    Moor House Activity Centre

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    Activity Centre

    Houghton-le-Spring

    We provide tailor made outdoor education solutions for everyone.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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