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Durham's Heritage Coast

Explore the colourful and dramatic landscape of Durham’s Heritage Coast with its beaches, rugged cliffs and imposing headlands. A truly stunning holiday location.

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  1. family walking hand in hand through the green lush trees at Auckland Palace Deer Park

    Auckland Palace Deer Park Walk

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    Walking

    Bishop Auckland

    Take your pick from three new walking trails across Auckland Palace Deer Park. From a short walk around the inner park to a 4.6 km trail spanning the wider parkland.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Auckland Palace Deer Park Walk
  2. Meeting of the Waters

    Walking in Teesdale: Abbey Bridge & Whorlton Circular

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    Walking

    Barnard Castle

     A circular walk following the Teesdale Way along the River Tees downstream from Abbey Bridge past Meeting of the Waters and picturesque Dairy Bridge, made famous in the painting by Joseph Turner.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Walking in Teesdale: Abbey Bridge & Whorlton Circular
  3. Shincliffe Walks - Walk 3: Schools, Collieries and Lepers

    Shincliffe Walks - Walk 3: Schools, Collieries and Lepers

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    Walking Route

    Shincliffe

    Shincliffe Walks - Walk 3: Schools, Collieries and Lepers. Walk 3 in a series of 5 walks through delightful countryside with extensive views, rich with wildlife and historical association.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Shincliffe Walks - Walk 3: Schools, Collieries and Lepers
  4. 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
  5. Teesdale Way: Abbey Bridge, Barnard Castle - Piercebridge

    Teesdale Way: Abbey Bridge, Barnard Castle - Piercebridge

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    Walking Route

    Abbey Bridge to Whorlton via North Bank 5 kms
    Wholton to Winston via North Bank 4.5 kms
    Winston to Piercebridge via South Bank 9.5 km

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Teesdale Way: Abbey Bridge, Barnard Castle - Piercebridge
  6. Sheep in a field

    Weardale Way

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    Walking Route

    Long distance walk (77 miles) running through The Land of the Prince Bishops. Steeped in history, beauty and a variety of landscapes.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Weardale Way
  7. Two people on bikes at the coast

    Easington Colliery to Haswell Cycle Route

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    Cycle Route

    Easington Colliery

    A 4 mile linear cycle route from Easington Colliery to Haswell taking in some of the film location for Billy Elliot.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Easington Colliery to Haswell Cycle Route
  8. W2W Cycle Route

    W2W Cycle Route

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    Cycle Route

    Barnard Castle

    Durham Section Bowes - Durham 40 miles - Map extract from the official Walney to Wear (W2W) Cycle Route Map, produced by Stirling Surveys and published by Footprint Maps ©2012.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  9. Hardwick Park: Ranger Fun

    Hardwick Park Walking, Cycling and Horse Riding Routes

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    Walking Route

    Sedgefield

    A 1 mile historical circuit walk, a 1.4 mile circular cycle route and a 0.5 mile horse-riding route around the scenic Hardwick Park Country Park.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Hardwick Park Walking, Cycling and Horse Riding Routes
  10. Hurworth Burn to Station Town Railway Path Walking/Cycling Route

    Hurworth Burn to Station Town Railway Path Walking/Cycling Route

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    Walking Route

    Near Trimdon Station

    This is a Railway Path, is UK Woodland Assurance Scheme certified, and a Local Wildlife Site intersects the Path next to the reservoir. The path is suitable for walkers, cyclists, horse-riders and wheelchair users.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Hurworth Burn to Station Town Railway Path Walking/Cycling Route
  11. 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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  12. Walking in the North Pennines

    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 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Deerness Valley Way Railway Path (Walking and Cycling Route)
  13. Leisurely Walk Around Staindrop

    Leisurely Walk Around Staindrop

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    Walking Route

    Staindrop

    Leisurely Walk Around Staindrop.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  14. 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
  15. Tees Railway Path

    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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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Tees Railway Path
  16. Castle Eden Dene - The Squirrel Walk

    Castle Eden Dene - The Squirrel Walk

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    Walking Route

    Stanhope Chase, Peterlee

    The Squirrel Walk - 1.8 miles (3km) between 1-2 hours. Follow the squirrel markers. Not suitable for pushchairs. Sturdy footwear recommended. Steep in places. Avoid visiting during high winds.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Castle Eden Dene - The Squirrel Walk
  17. Hamsterley - Night Safari

    Hamsterley The Loop MTB skills area

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    Cycle Route

    Bishop Auckland

    This is a purpose built MTB training loop. It is designed with skill development in mind to push your mountain biking to a new level. The Loop contains a multitude of features and riding options, some built in stone to mimic natural trails and others

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Hamsterley The Loop MTB skills area
  18. Lanchester Parish Walks

    North Ridge Walk

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    Walking Route

    Durham

    Discover the beautiful scenery and rich heritage of Lanchester Parish Distance: 3 or 3.5 Miles.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for North Ridge Walk
  19. A bird sculpture at Horden beach banks

    Horden - Connecting the Coast

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    Type:

    Walking Route

    Horden

    From Horden train station you can connect with the coastal walks and visit the iconic Little Tern sculpture or explore the Limekiln Gill Local Nature Reserve.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Horden - Connecting the Coast
  20. 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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    1 Apr 2026to31 Oct 2026
    More info for Killhope Woodland Walks
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