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  1. Cycling at Hamsterley Forest

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    Hamsterley Forest Orange Walk

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    Walking Route

    Hamsterley, Bishop Auckland

    A route around the Bedburn valley giving elevated views over the forest and showing varied habitats of mixed woodland.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Hamsterley Forest Orange Walk
  2. Beach banks at Horden

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    Limekiln Gill Local Nature Reserve Walk

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    Walking Route

    Limekiln Gill is a Local Nature Reserve which is UK Woodland Assurance Scheme certified and a Special Area of Conservation within Durham Heritage Coast.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Limekiln Gill Local Nature Reserve Walk
  3. 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
    More info for Circle Vintage Durham
  4. Castle Eden Dene - The Yew Tree Walk

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    Castle Eden Dene - The Yew Tree Walk

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    Stanhope Chase, Peterlee

    The Yew Tree Walk - 2 miles (3.5km) between 1.5 - 2.5 hours. Follow the Yew markers. Not suitable for pushchairs. Sturdy footwear recommended. Steep in places. Avoid visiting during high winds. Disabled access is very limited due to natural features.

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  5. KAFFEEHAUS

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    Plawsworth Road, Sacriston

    At KAFFEEHAUS, coffee is more than a drink - it's our world.

    Situated in County Durham, we are a father-daughter founded coffee roastery and training centre dedicated to crafting memorable coffee experiences. We care deeply about our relationships…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  6. View of Nose's Point

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    Nose’s Point Nature Reserve

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    Near Seaham

    The sea has played a key role in the way Nose’s Point looks and the plants and animals found here, the magnesian limestone bedrock, laid down in an ancient sea, has given rise to a rare form of grassland with unique populations of plants and animals…

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  7. Escomb Saxon Church

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    Escomb Walk

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    Escomb, Bishop Auckland

    This Route is a relatively easy 5 mile (8 1/4 km) walk that should take 2 1/2 hours taking in Escomb Saxon Church and The River Wear.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  8. Durham Mining Museum

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    Durham Mining Museum

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    Spennymoor

    Spennymoor Town Hall has it’s dedicated memorial to the works and lives lost during the mining period across County Durham. Events cover mining in the Northern part of England i.e. County Durham, Northumberland, Cumberland, Westmorland and the…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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  9. Horse riding in Durham

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    Horse Riding: Baldersdale Packhorse Trail - Horse

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    BARNARD CASTLE

    This circular 18km (60% off-road) horse riding trail has 370m of ascent and starts from the south side of Hury Reservoir. It initially follows the banks of Hury and Blackton Reservoirs in remote Baldersdale, before striking off over the moors on the…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  10. A field in the Durham Dales showing flowers

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    Durham Dales, Romaldkirk in Teesdale

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    Romaldkirk

    A River Tees green valley criss-crossed by drystone walls. Walk along the valley from Romaldkirk, a pretty village of three greens. See the Devil's Door in St. Romald church. It was blocked up in the Middle Ages to keep Satan out.

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  11. Greta Bridge

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    Greta Bridge to Brignall Banks

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    BARNARD CASTLE

    A public footpath close to the Morritt Arms hotel leads towards Scotchman’s Stone and the woodlands beyond.   Walk as far as Brignall Banks or, to extend the walk, continue to Rutherford Bridge where the River Greta ca

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  12. The River Tees

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    Walking in Teesdale: Cotherstone to Barnard Castle

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    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
  13. Fishing at Finchale Abbey Park

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    Durham City North - Finchale Priory NCN Cycle Route 14

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    Cycle Route

    Durham

    Beautiful scenery of the River Wear to be enjoyed on this cycle route around Finchale Priory.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Durham City North - Finchale Priory NCN Cycle Route 14
  14. Carved wooden sculpture depicting a Dragonfly

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    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
  15. Seaham Beach - photograph by Charlie Hedley

    Add Seaham -  Durham Heritage Coast Walk to your Itinerary

    Seaham - Durham Heritage Coast Walk

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    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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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Seaham - Durham Heritage Coast Walk
  16. view of Crimdon Dene Beach

    Add Crimdon - Durham Heritage Coast Walk to your Itinerary

    Crimdon - Durham Heritage Coast Walk

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    Crimdon

    Crimdon has been a popular place for holiday makers for many years. From the 1920’s mining communities from the area visited Crimdon for their annual summer holidays. The name derives from the Old English words crymel’ and ‘dun’.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Crimdon - Durham Heritage Coast Walk
  17. Bishop Auckland Town Hall

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    Bishop Auckland Trail - Short

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    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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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Bishop Auckland Trail - Short
  18. Coxhoe Quarry Wood Local Nature Reserve Walk

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    Coxhoe Quarry Wood Local Nature Reserve Walk

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    Durham

    Coxhoe Quarry Wood is a Local Nature Reserve, Local Wildlife Site and is UK Woodland Assurance Scheme certified. Habitats include grassland, woodland and scrub.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Coxhoe Quarry Wood Local Nature Reserve Walk
  19. Durham Cathedral and Castle, rooftops of Durham City

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    Durham Heritage Trail

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    Durham City

    Around every corner in Durham City is something old and interesting. To see it all in one walk is not possible, but here is a start in getting to know the City’s rich history.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Durham Heritage Trail
  20. 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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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2019TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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