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A host of exciting attractions, activities and amazing things to do in Durham this summer.
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Walking Route
In Brasside take right signposted 'prison staff and visitor car park' and public Bridleway., Continue along side of Prison until it opens out and bear right to the parking area.
A visit to Low Newton Junction Local Nature Reserve is an interesting one. There are so many different habitats in such a small area.
Walking Route
Durham
Coal mining arrived in this area in the 1840s with the arrival of local railways. This Railway Path once formed part of the Lambton Railway and it linked three collieries: Sherburn House Colliery, Sherburn Colliery and Sherburn Hill Colliery.
Walking Route
Long distance route for walkers around the boundary of County Durham. A challenge to walkers, researched by Jill Delaney.
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.
Walking Tours
Rothbury
Shepherds Walks Holidays offer you a truly unique experience and it is our aim that you enjoy a hassle free, quality walking holiday.
Nature Reserve
Hawthorn Village
The second largest coastal Dene in the county, consisting of relatively unspoilt ancient woodland and species rich limestone hay meadows.
Outdoor and Wildlife Activity
Barnard Castle
Grassholme Waterside Park is a place that captures your imagination and lets it run wild, for you to make your perfect day out.
Walking Route
Butterknowle
A 51/2 Mile Circular Walk that visits Woodland’s Coal Mining Heritage. This walk travels in a clockwise direction, commencing from and returning to the Gaunless Smelt Mill car park.
Restaurant
Chester-le-Street
Enjoy one of our delicious Afternoon Teas in our splendid surroundings. Served daily in our Library Bar and Knights Restaurant.
On busier occasions this may also be served in one of our grand state rooms and during the summer months, this can be…
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.
Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre
Chester-le-Street
The splash pad is a state-of-the-art play facility which is free to use and suitable for families from toddlers to early teens. It is the only splash pad in County Durham and replaces the old paddling pool.
Arts Centre
Dean Bank, Ferryhill
Producing professional and community theatre of the highest standard.
Walking Routes
Newbiggin
Centuries ago Viking invaders and settlers left their mark in the local dialect words of the Durham Dales. The Old Norse word “foss” referred to a waterfall and still it echoes down the ages in the modern word “force”. Close to Bowlees Visitor…
Museum
At our 1940s Farm, you’ll discover the stories of wartime life in North East England.
Historic Site
Bishop Auckland
Auckland Castle commands a prominent position overlooking the River Wear, surrounded by formal gardens and 150 acres of idyllic parkland. The highlight is a Deer House built in 1760 in Gothic Revival style constructed as a folly to provide shelter.
Attraction
Durham City
You and your team of up to six people will be locked in a room. You have one hour to solve the puzzles, find the key, and escape!
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.
Guided Tour
Stanley
Brewery Tours, here at South Causey Inn, we are offering tours of our Brewery & Distillery. Tours available 1st Saturday of Every Month;
10:00 -12:00, 12:00 -14:00, 14:00 - 16:00. Tours also available 2nd and 4th Friday of every month
Historic House / Palace
Durham
Ushaw is set in the beautiful Durham countryside and houses architectural gems by Augustus Pugin and his followers. This amazing venue offers a wide variety of activities, events and exhibitions - something for all ages!
Leisure / Swimming Pool
Chester-le-Street
25 Metre swimming pool, learner pool, swimming lessons and aqua fit. Sauna and steam room, exercise classes, adventure play area, Fitness suite and weights room. Please ring to check times as a session system is currently in operation.
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