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  1. seating area inside the Empire Consett theatre

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    Empire Consett

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    Theatre

    Consett

    500 seat capacity theatre and cinema in the heart of Consett.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  2. Deer Park Raby Castle

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    The Deer Park and Walled Gardens at Raby Castle

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    Outdoor and Wildlife Activity

    Darlington

    Spend time in nature and watch the seasons change in Raby Castle’s stunning Deer Park and Walled Gardens, which are open to visitors from 10am - 4pm every day.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member
    More info for The Deer Park and Walled Gardens at Raby Castle
  3. Crook Hall Gardens

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1068 reviews1068 reviews

    Crook Hall Gardens

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    National Trust

    Durham City

    The medieval hall merges into a Jacobean manor house, which in turn merges into a Georgian town house, reflecting its development over the centuries. The Hall provides a spectacular backdrop to the stunning 10-acre gardens, paddock and fields,…

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    9 Feb 2026to28 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025 2025TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025
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  4. A couple looking at exhibitions inside Durham Cathedral Museum

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 7248 reviews7248 reviews

    Durham Cathedral Museum

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    Durham City

    Explore 2000 years of the North East’s history, culture and faith at Durham Cathedral Museum. Step into the octagonal Great Kitchen and get up close to iconic symbols of Durham, including the Sanctuary Ring and St Cuthbert’s Pectoral Cross.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  5. Take a walk with alpacas at Teesdale Alpacas in the Durham Dales

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 117 reviews117 reviews

    Alpaca Trekking with Teesdale Alpacas

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    Guided Tour

    Barnard Castle

    Come for a walk with us and enjoy some stunning Teesdale scenery and make friends with one of our alpacas. Check out our website at www.teesdale-alpacas.co.uk and use our contact form for more information and booking enquiries Thanks !!

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2020 2020TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2020
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  6. Waterfall at Gibson's Cave, situated nearby to Bowlees Visitor Centre

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    Bowlees Picnic Area

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    Picnic Site

    Newbiggin

    The picnic area is in a sheltered side valley of Teesdale. There are 4 waterfalls in the site and more falls alongside a footpath to Gibson's Cave.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  7. The exterior of The Bowes Museum and its grounds on a sunny day.

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    The Bowes Museum

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    Museum

    Barnard Castle

    There’s always something great to see and do at The Bowes Museum.  With more than 58,000 items in this Museum of artists, designers and makers, there are treasures at every turn.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00

    Awards

    • Visit England VAQAS 2021VAQAS
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Visit England VisitEngland Award Quality Food and Drink 2023 2023VisitEngland Award Quality Food and Drink 2023
    • Visit England Visitor Ready 2025Visitor Ready
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member
    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025 2025TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025
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  8. Family watching a movie at Cineworld.

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    Dalton Park Cineworld

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    Seaham

    Cineworld Multiplex Cinema chain at Dalton Park Shopping Outlet showing the latest international blockbusters in 2D and 3D formats.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  9. Take a walk with alpacas at Teesdale Alpacas in the Durham Dales

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 117 reviews117 reviews

    Teesdale Alpacas Farm Visits

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    Barnard Castle

    Come for a leisurely wander around our farm and make friends with our wonderful animals.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2020 2020TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2020
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for Teesdale Alpacas Farm Visits
  10. A view of the exterior of Redhills Durham Miners Hall on a sunny day.

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    Redhills Durham Miners Hall

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    Indoor Attraction

    Durham City

    Redhills Durham Miners Hall is a vibrant hub of community activity, preserving the rich history of the mining industry while also inspiring future generations. Step inside this beautifully refurbished, nationally important building with our new…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  11. norman cornish  exhibition

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    The Norman Cornish Art Trail

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    Guided Tour

    Spennymoor

    Covering an approximate distance of 1.5 miles (2.4km) and a moderate 50 mins walk, The Norman Cornish Trail allows you to follow in the artist's footsteps and identify the locations of many of most iconic works.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  12. Romans on display in the Museum of Archaeology

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 46 reviews46 reviews

    Museum of Archaeology at Palace Green Library

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    Museum

    Durham City

    Much of Durham’s history lies beneath our feet. Sometimes we can catch a glimpse of the past through the unique objects that are uncovered as the result of archaeological excavations, or are unearthed by chance by members of the public.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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  13. Woman with child looking at App on a mobile phone, forest setting

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    Dinosaur Safari at Wharton Park

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    Family Fun

    Durham City

    Visitors to Wharton Park in Durham City can enjoy new and exciting adventures with the launch of an interactive mobile app, a free app which can be downloaded for both Android and iPhone.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  14. Auckland Palace exterior with lawn area to foreground

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 510 reviews510 reviews

    The Auckland Project

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    Castle / Fort

    Bishop Auckland

    The Auckland Project is unique collection of heritage attractions, galleries, gardens and parkland in Bishop Auckland, at the heart of County Durham.

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    From:
    18 Feb 2026to24 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous VisitEngland Gold Accolade 2024VisitEngland Gold Accolade
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member
    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025 2025TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025
    More info for The Auckland Project
  15. Locally sourced eggs at The Farm Shop Wynyard Hall Gardens

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    The Farm Shop at Wynyard Hall Gardens

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    Shop

    Wynyard

    Our Farm Shop is in keeping with our ethos for supporting local producers. It’s filled with the finest, tastiest, most succulent produce from the very best suppliers, who share our passion for quality, great-tasting food and drink.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for The Farm Shop at Wynyard Hall Gardens
  16. Bowlees

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 333 reviews333 reviews

    Bowlees Visitor Centre

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    Heritage / Visitor Centre

    Newbiggin

    Situated amidst stunning woodland, near to Low and High Force waterfalls and surrounded by rolling fields that boast some of the best hay meadows in England, Bowlees Visitor Centre has all you need to make your visit to the North Pennines National…

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    21 Feb 2026to29 Nov 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Tourism Awards - Small Visitor Attraction of the Year Award - Gold 2016North East England Tourism Awards - Small Visitor Attraction of the Year Award - Gold
    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2019TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
    • Visit England Visitor Ready 2025Visitor Ready
    More info for Bowlees Visitor Centre
  17. Andrew Ross (Tour guide) standing in front of Durham Cathedral on an evening

    Walking with the Ghosts of Durham

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    Walking Tours

    Durham

    Dare you join me for an evening walk around Durham City? A city built on seven hills and a keystone to many events throughout history.

    Join me as we stroll around the beautiful landscape of the city with ever changing views of the magnificent…

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025 2025TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025
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  18. guided tour locomotion

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    Locomotion: Guided Tours

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    Attraction Tours

    Shildon

    Join one of our knowledgable guides for a tour exploring the fascinating stories behind the objects on display at Locomotion. Free Tour, every weekday 11:00 - 16:00. Suitable for all ages. Call 01904 685 780 to confirm tour.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member
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  19. Feed the llamas at Adventure Valley

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1000 reviews1000 reviews

    Adventure Valley

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    Theme Park

    Brasside, Durham

    Discover a world of family adventures at Adventure Valley, the North East’s biggest family adventure park, with over 50 attractions, activities and shows.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00

    Awards

    • Visit England VAQAS 2021VAQAS
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021Northern Saints Trails Passport
    More info for Adventure Valley
  20. Kids on big chair at Derwent

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    Derwent Waterside Park

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    Outdoor and Wildlife Activity

    Edmunbyers

    Derwent Waterside Park is the perfect place for fun, laughter and the great fresh air with the people you love.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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