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  1. Noses Point

    Noses Point - Connecting the Coast

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    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
  2. Auckland Tower

    The Way of Life

    Type

    Type:

    Religious Activity

    The Way of Life is one wondrous route: healing waters, one of England’s oldest churches and a palatial castle where Prince Bishops once resided, plus places where St Cuthbert made miracles occur.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for The Way of Life
  3. Neptune statue in Durham Market Place

    The Durham Miners' Path Walk

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    Durham

    This walk takes in some of the landmarks of mining trade unionism in the city and follows the route the miners would take to Big Meeting.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for The Durham Miners' Path Walk
  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.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Hamsterley Forest - Blue Cycle Trail
  5. River and Woodland in Barnard Castle

    Flatts Wood & Percy Beck Woodland Walks

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    Walking

    Barnard Castle

    Two short circular walks in what was known as the ‘green lung’ of Barnard Castle when it was a thriving centre of the mill trade. History, flora and fauna, and a good stretch of those legs.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Flatts Wood & Percy Beck Woodland Walks
  6. Alan McPhail Photography;

    Trimdon Parish Circular Walk

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    Walking Route

    Trimdon

    A 3 mile circular walk around Trimdon Parish passing mining sites of interest, a church dating from 1146 and through woodland habitat.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Trimdon Parish Circular Walk
  7. Countryside around Hunwick.

    Hunwick Village, New Hunwick and River Walk - Heritage Walk 3

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    Walking Route

    Hunwick

    A walk around Hunwick, New Hunwick & the river. Distance 7.5 miles.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Hunwick Village, New Hunwick and River Walk - Heritage Walk 3
  8. Carved wooden sculpture depicting a Dragonfly

    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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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Hardwick Park Sculpture Trail
  9. Lanchester Parish Walks

    Drove Road Walk

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    Walking Route

    Between Castleside and Tow Law

    Discover the beautiful scenery and rich heritage of Lanchester Parish. Distance: 7.5 Miles

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Drove Road Walk
  10. 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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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Deerness Valley Way Railway Path (Walking and Cycling Route)
  11. view of Eggleston Abbey

    Barnard Castle to Egglestone Abbey via Abbey Bridge

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    Walking Route

    Barnard Castle

    Leaving from Scar Top down the footpath by the castle wall, you will cross the river by The Green Bridge, and from the south side will get panoramic views of the river and modern apartments converted from former mills. The walk will then lead you…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Barnard Castle to Egglestone Abbey via Abbey Bridge
  12. St John's Chapel

    St John's Chapel Walk

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    Walking Route

    St John's Chapel

    High up in Weardale, this is a lovely country walk that is not too difficult - apart from a short climb up to Allercleugh Farm - yet rewards with a real sense of being away from the crowds.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for St John's Chapel Walk
  13. The River Tees

    Walking in Teesdale: Cotherstone to Barnard Castle

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    Walking

    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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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Walking in Teesdale: Cotherstone to Barnard Castle
  14. Neptune statue in Durham Market Place

    Durham/Brandon/Sunderland Bridge/Bowburn Loop Cycle Route

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    Cycle Route

    Durham

    Durham City via NCN Route 14 to the Brandon & Bishop railpath but just after Brandon cross the A690 to Sunderland Bridge (minor road/good track).

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Durham/Brandon/Sunderland Bridge/Bowburn Loop Cycle Route
  15. Balderhead Reservoir Trout Fishery

    Teesdale Reservoirs Walk

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    Walking Route

    Baldersdale

    This 12.6km walk, starting at Balderhead Reservoir, offers an invigorating walk with stunning views of three of Northumbrian Water’s six reservoirs in Teesdale.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Teesdale Reservoirs Walk
  16. Pow Hill Country Walk

    Pow Hill Country Walk

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    Walking Route

    Consett

    Pow Hill is a Country Park with an Easy Access route approximately 0.3 miles (500 metres) long suitable for walkers and wheelchair users. The route is signposted around the Country Park.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Pow Hill Country Walk
  17. The South Durham Orbital Cycle Route

    The South Durham Orbital Cycle Route

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    Cycle Route

    Haswell

    The South Durham Orbital is a 54 mile challenging cycle route taking in Durham City, Haswell, Newton Aycliffe, Shildon and Bishop Auckland using National Cycle Networks and railway paths as well as on-road sections.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for The South Durham Orbital Cycle Route
  18. North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty  Guided Walk: Two Hills

    Both Sides of the Tees: Barnard Castle and Whorlton

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    Walking Route

    Barnard Castle

    Both Sides of the Tees: Barnard Castle and Whorlton
    (5hrs) 9 miles

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Both Sides of the Tees: Barnard Castle and Whorlton
  19. Hexham Abbey

    The Way of Light

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    Religious Activity

    Welcome to a breath-taking trail that transports you from the dawn of Christianity through to contemporary pilgrimage via Dark Ages battles that changed a region’s faith, abbeys that matched Rome for majesty and a stunning seminary that taught…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for The Way of Light
  20. North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty  Guided Walk: Two Hills

    Westgate Circular Walk

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    Type:

    Walking Route

    Bishop Auckland

    A 4.5 mile circular walk with steep gradients and rought terrain. The route sets out in woodland along Middlehope Burn and ends in a long and gradual descent along a walled track with superb views across the valley.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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