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  1. Woodland Fell Circular Cycle Route

    Woodland Fell Circular Cycle Route

    Type

    Type:

    Cycle Route

    Bishop Auckland

    CDW 14 - 13 miles.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Woodland Fell Circular Cycle Route
  2. 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.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Tow Law and Thornley Beck
  3. Noses Point

    Noses Point - Connecting the Coast

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    Seaham

    The walk at Nose’s Point is accessible for most people, it has a firm surface and gentle gradients, and no steps, stiles or barriers. It offers fabulous views of the coast.  

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Noses Point - Connecting the Coast
  4. Hamsterley Forest Run

    Brandon to Bishop Auckland Railway Path (Walking and Cycling Route)

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    Turn at Stonebridge roundabout onto B6302 to Ushaw Moor, Entrance is signed ½ mile on left

    A 9-mile route from Broompark Picnic Site, just outside Durham City to Bishop Auckland, residence of previous Bishops of Durham, running past Brancepeth, Willington, Sunnybrow, Hunwick and Toronto.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Brandon to Bishop Auckland Railway Path (Walking and Cycling Route)
  5. Hunwick country lane.

    Hunwick Village Short Walk - Heritage Walk 1

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    Type:

    Walking Route

    Hunwick

    A gentle walk around Hunwick Village. 2.5 miles.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Hunwick Village Short Walk - Heritage Walk 1
  6. Image of a couple enjoying a walk at twilight along the Durham Heritage Coast

    Easington Colliery - Durham Heritage Coast Walk

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    Type:

    Walking Route

    Easington Colliery

    A walk to Beacon Hill...with stunning coastal views. The walk provides some stunning views of the coast and on a clear day the hills of North Yorkshire can be seen to the south and Sunderland to the north.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Easington Colliery - Durham Heritage Coast Walk
  7. 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
  8. Durham Coast

    Blackhall Heritage Coastal Footpath

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    Type:

    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.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Blackhall Heritage Coastal Footpath
  9. Tees Railway Path

    Tees Railway Path

    Type

    Type:

    Cycle Route

    Middleton in Teesdale

    This route is set in the attractive countryside of Teesdale, within the North Pennines National Landscape. 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
  10. Hamsterley Common Circular

    Hamsterley Common Circular

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    Cycle Route

    Hamsterley, Bishop Auckland

    Route CDW13 – 24 miles. On- and off-road sections with some challenging ups and downs over mixed terrain including single and double tracks. Superb views over Weardale but not advised in bad weather. See County Durham West Cycle Map.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Hamsterley Common Circular
  11. Stanhope to Killhope Cycle Route

    Stanhope to Killhope Cycle Route

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    Cycle Route

    Stanhope, Bishop Auckland

    A 35 mile circular cycle route from Stanhope to Killhope and back again. Breathtaking views, breathtaking hills.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Stanhope to Killhope Cycle Route
  12. Malton Picnic Area Walking Route

    Malton Picnic Area Walking Route

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    Type:

    Walking Route

    Lanchester

    This is a picnic site which is UK Woodland Assurance Scheme certified. Habitats include woodland, riverside and wildflower meadow. The 0.5 mile (800m) route shown is suitable for walkers, wheelchair users and those with pushchairs.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Malton Picnic Area Walking Route
  13. couple walking on the Durham Heritage Coast

    Hawthorn - Durham Heritage Coast Walk

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    Type:

    Walking Route

    Hawthorn Village

    Hawthorn Dene is the second largest dene in the county with unspoilt semi-natural broadleaved woodland and species rich Magnesian limestone meadows. There is a pub in the village for refreshments at the start or end of the walk.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Hawthorn - Durham Heritage Coast Walk
  14. Shincliffe Walks - Walk 5: Walking the Bounds

    Shincliffe Walks - Walk 5: Walking the Bounds

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    Walking Route

    Shincliffe

    Shincliffe Walks - Walk 5: Walking the Bounds

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Shincliffe Walks - Walk 5: Walking the Bounds
  15. Shincliffe Walks - Walk 2 The Waggonway Walk

    Shincliffe Walks - Walk 2 The Waggonway Walk

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    Walking Route

    Shincliffe

    Walk 2 in a series of 5 walks through delightful countryside with extensive views, rich with wildlife and historical association. The Waggonway Walk is a 2 mile walk taking approximately one and a half hours.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Shincliffe Walks - Walk 2 The Waggonway Walk
  16. The beach banks at Crimdon

    Crimdon - Connecting the Coast

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    Type:

    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.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Crimdon - Connecting the Coast
  17. Neptune statue in Durham Market Place

    Circular Walk Around River Wear South of Durham City

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    Type:

    Walking Route

    Durham

    Located just to the south of the historic city of Durham this picturesque walk encircles two huge loops of the River Wear. The section of the route just past Shincliffe Hall follows paths that were extensively lobbied for by the Ramblers.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Circular Walk Around River Wear South of Durham City
  18. Walking in the North Pennines

    Wearhead Walk - The River Starts Here

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    Walking Route

    Bishop Auckland

    A 1⁄2 mile stroll in upland countryside.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Wearhead Walk - The River Starts Here
  19. Information on Blanchland Circular Walk

    Blanchland Circular Walk

    Type

    Type:

    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 National Landscape.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Blanchland Circular Walk
  20. St John's Chapel - Farming, Mining & Methodism with permission of Durham County Council

    St John’s Chapel – Farming, Mining & Methodism

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    Type:

    Walking Route

    Bishop Auckland

    A circular 7 mile walk following the Mineral Valleys Walk waymarkers on meandering route around the villages of Ireshopeburn, St John’s Chapel and Daddry Shield.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for St John’s Chapel – Farming, Mining & Methodism
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