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  1. Beaurepaire Manor House

    Durham City to Bearpark

    Type

    Type:

    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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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Durham City to Bearpark
  2. Lanchester Parish Walks

    Greencroft Walk

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    Durham

    Discover the beautiful scenery and rich heritage of Lanchester Parish. Distance: 5 Miles

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Greencroft Walk
  3. The River Tees

    Walking in Teesdale: Cotherstone to Barnard Castle

    Type

    Type:

    Walking

    Cotherstone

    A leisurely walk which rises high above the River Tees, then leads through fields and woods, with several becks on the way.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Walking in Teesdale: Cotherstone to Barnard Castle
  4. The Pennine Way National Trail 60th anniversary logo.  Purple on white.

    The Pennine Way

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    Baldersdale

    The Pennine Way was the first National Trail in England and is one of the UK’s most famous long-distance walks.  Opened on 24th April 1965, it paved the way for public access to some of England’s wildest landscapes.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for The Pennine Way
  5. couple walking on the Durham Heritage Coast

    Durham Heritage Coast Walk

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    Type:

    Walking Route

    Seaham

    The clifftop coastal footpath of Durham's Heritage Coast is a treat for nature lovers. This once coal scarred landscape has been lovingly restored to thriving coastal grassland, home to wild flora and fauna and with beautiful views.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Durham Heritage Coast Walk
  6. Two people on bikes at the coast

    North Sea Cycle Route

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    Type:

    Cycle Route

    passing through County Durham.,

    The North Sea Cycle Route is a 6,000km route based on existing national, regional and local cycle routes in Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Scotland and England, passing through Durham county.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for North Sea Cycle Route
  7. Walks around Ushaw - The Boundary Walk

    Walks around Ushaw - The Boundary Walk

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    Walking Route

    Durham

    This walk is currently closed for maintenance.​​​​​​

    ​​​​​​​​​​Come and enjoy a 3-mile circular route around the Ushaw estate, starting at the main house and taking in the old hilltop with wide-open views of Durham’s countryside.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Walks around Ushaw - The Boundary Walk
  8. Coxhoe Quarry Wood Local Nature Reserve Walk

    Coxhoe Quarry Wood Local Nature Reserve Walk

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    Walking Route

    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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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Coxhoe Quarry Wood Local Nature Reserve Walk
  9. Derwent Reservoir Trout Fishery

    Derwent Reservoir Walk

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    Walking Route

    Edmundbyers

    Discover the wildlife and history of Derwent Reservoir along the multi user trail while taking in the breathtaking views of the reservoir.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Derwent Reservoir Walk
  10. 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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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Shincliffe Walks - Walk 3: Schools, Collieries and Lepers
  11. Escomb Saxon Church

    Escomb Walk

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    Walking Route

    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
    More info for Escomb Walk
  12. Barnard Castle

    Walking in Teesdale - Barnard Castle to Cotherstone

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    Walking

    Barnard Castle

    A walk through woods and fields, with a steep climb to the path high above the river and final descent through the trees back to the river. There are pleasant, pretty views, whatever the season, particularly of the castle.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Walking in Teesdale - Barnard Castle to Cotherstone
  13. Image of a couple enjoying a walk at twilight along the Durham Heritage Coast

    Easington Colliery - Durham Heritage Coast Walk

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    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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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Easington Colliery - Durham Heritage Coast Walk
  14. Walking on the Durham Heritage Coast

    Blackhall Rocks Local Nature Reserve Walk

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    Walking Route

    Hartlepool

    Blackhall Rocks is a Local Nature Reserve and picnic area within Durham Heritage Coast and is UK Woodland Assurance Scheme certified. Part Site of Special Scientific Interest, Special Area of Conservation.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Blackhall Rocks Local Nature Reserve Walk
  15. 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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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Hamsterley Forest - Blue Cycle Trail
  16. 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
  17. The South Durham Orbital Cycle Route

    The South Durham Orbital Cycle Route

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    Type:

    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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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for The South Durham Orbital Cycle Route
  18. Lanchester Parish Walks

    North Ridge Walk

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    Type:

    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. Two people on bikes at the coast

    Seaham to Crimdon On-Road Cycle Route

    Type

    Type:

    Cycle Route

    Seaham

    An on-road cycle route of approx. 12 miles starting from Seaham down to Crimdon following the Durham Heritage Coastline for most of the way.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Seaham to Crimdon On-Road Cycle Route
  20. Castle Eden Denemouth Heritage Coastal Footpath

    Castle Eden Denemouth Heritage Coastal Footpath

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    South of Horden

    Castle Eden Dene is one of the most important natural areas in the North East. The Dene is a four mile long steep sided valley cut into the Magnesian Limestone. This area is a National Nature Reserve, valued amongst other things for its yew trees.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Castle Eden Denemouth Heritage Coastal Footpath
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