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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. Beaurepaire Manor House

    Durham City to Bearpark

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    Cycle Route

    Durham

    This route passes through the site of the Battle of Neville’s Cross (17 October 1346). Savage and ferocious this was medieval hand-to-hand warfare at its most grim. England versus Scotland, the latter suffering a shattering defeat.   

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Durham City to Bearpark
  2. The Witham

    Walking in Teesdale: Barnard Castle and Stainton Circular

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    Walking

    Barnard Castle

    A leisurely walk from Barnard Castle through woods and across fields to Stainton village, from where there are extensive views both up and across Teesdale.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Walking in Teesdale: Barnard Castle and Stainton Circular
  3. Walking in the North Pennines

    Tow Law and Thornley Beck

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    Bishop Auckland

    A moderate 4.5 mile circular walk across farmland and through woodland with stunning views of Weardale.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Tow Law and Thornley Beck
  4. Barnard Castle

    Walking in Teesdale - Barnard Castle West Circular ‘The Bridges Walk’

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    Walking Route

    Barnard Castle

    A long, leisurely walk through the ever changing Deepdale Woods Nature Reserve; through open fields to the historic and picturesque Nabb Bridge over Deepdale Beck; down to the village of Boldron; past the ruins of Egglestone Abbey.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Walking in Teesdale - Barnard Castle West Circular ‘The Bridges Walk’
  5. Pennine Journey - Durham Section

    Pennine Journey - Durham Section

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    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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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Pennine Journey - Durham Section
  6. A bird sculpture at Horden beach banks

    Horden - Connecting the Coast

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    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
  7. Bishop Auckland Town Hall

    Bishop Auckland Trail - Short

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    Walking Route

    Bishop Auckland

    This route is 2 3/4 miles (4 1/2 km) that is fairly easy and should only take 1 hour. It passes close to Auckland Palace and Binchester Roman Fort.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Bishop Auckland Trail - Short
  8. Fishing at Finchale Abbey Park

    Low Newton Local Nature Reserve Walk

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    Walking Route

    Brasside, Durham

    A visit to Low Newton Junction Local Nature Reserve is an interesting one. There are so many different habitats in such a small area.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Low Newton Local Nature Reserve Walk
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. Limestone Linx Fossil Trail in Yellow

    Fossil Trail

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    Cycle Route

    Coxhoe, Durham

    The Limestone LinX walking and cycling network provides 11 miles of routes for you to use and enjoy in stunning countryside and local nature reserves.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  12. Autumn hills at North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)

    A Dales Journey in the Footsteps of John Wesley

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    Guided Tour

    “A Dales Journey” is a 90 miles drive following the footsteps of John Wesley’s 1761 journey visiting five of the oldest Methodist chapels in the world.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  13. The Teesdale Challenge Walks

    The Teesdale Challenge Walks

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    Walking Route

    Middleton In Teesdale

    Teesdale Challenge Walks are a series of walks in Upper Teesdale, they range in difficulty from easy, family orientated walks through to 19 mile hikes.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for The Teesdale Challenge Walks
  14. Crowtrees Local Nature Reserve Walk/Cycle Route

    Crowtrees Local Nature Reserve Walk/Cycle Route

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    Walking Route

    Durham

    Crowtrees Local Nature Reserve is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), Local Wildlife Site, and is UK Woodland Assurance Scheme certified. Habitats include grassland, scrub and wetland. Horses and cyclists are allowed on the cycle path.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Crowtrees Local Nature Reserve Walk/Cycle Route
  15. St Laurence Church

    Hidden Heritage - Durham Cathedral to St Laurence Church

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    Walking Route

    Durham City

    A terrific walk / cycle route from Durham Cathedral to St Laurence Church, Pittington.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Hidden Heritage - Durham Cathedral to St Laurence Church
  16. The beach banks at Crimdon

    Crimdon - Connecting the Coast

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    Walking Route

    Crimdon

    Take a relaxing stroll to admire the flowers and butterflies on the Hart to Haswell disused railway line, visit Crimdon Dene and admire the viaduct, then enjoy a cuppa at the Dunes Café.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Crimdon - Connecting the Coast
  17. Barnard Castle Butter Mart

    Romaldkirk Cycle Ride

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    Cycle Route

    Barnard Castle

    This 7 mile circular ride follows the Teesdale Railway Path and minor roads of Romaldkirk Moor within the North Pennines National Landscape.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Romaldkirk Cycle Ride
  18. Shincliffe Walks - Walk 4: Railway, Watermill and Woodland

    Shincliffe Walks - Walk 4: Railway, Watermill and Woodland

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    Walking Route

    Shincliffe

    Shincliffe Walks - Walk 4 of 5 - Railway,Watermill and Woodland.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Shincliffe Walks - Walk 4: Railway, Watermill and Woodland
  19. Seaside Seaham Durham Coast

    Seaham Heritage Trail

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    Walking

    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. Cafés, bars and small shops are plentiful along North Terrace and the Marina.…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Seaham Heritage Trail
  20. Lanchester Parish Walks

    South Ridge Walk

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    Type:

    Walking Route

    Durham

    Discover the beautiful scenery and rich heritage of Lanchester Parish. Distance: 7 Miles

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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