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Church / Chapel
Durham
A congregation made up of all sorts of people from Durham and the surrounding area. We meet to worship God, to share fellowship, and to try to live out God's mission in the world.
Family Activity Centre
Durham City
Bertie's Play Village is a children’s stay-and-play facility that offers children, parents and families a place to take a break from their shopping trip at Prince Bishops Place.
Walking Tours
Durham
This tour is not just about Durham, the place, but its people and the stories behind them. From Durham's Narnia connection to mining heritage, from saints to a serial killer, this city is full of stories you won't forget.
Farm Shop
Near Witton Gilbert
Broom House Farm is an organic farm situated high above the Browney River, overlooking Durham City. Since opening in 2004, the Farm Shop’s core aim remains selling their very own Aberdeen Angus beef, lamb, mutton and rare breed Saddleback pork,…

Walking Route
A688, Bishop Auckland
A 4.3 mile route between Bishop Auckland and Spennymoor on a former railway line passing New Coundon and Binchester, close to Auckland Park and Binchester Roman Fort.
Driving Route
Experience the true treasures of Teesdale as you criss-cross the stunning river valley vistas that meander around the River Tees.
Blue Badge Guide
including Durham City and County Durham,
I am very excited to be able to show you the city and its surroundings using my Blue Badge qualification.
Church / Chapel
Brancepeth
St Brandon's Church is set in the beautiful village of Brancepeth, having been recently restored after a devastating fire in 1998. As well as being the Parish Church for the Brancepeth area it is also available for use as a concert venue.
City Tours
We are a not-for-profit group offering family friendly tours of Durham City for families, genealogists and historians.
Blue Badge Guide
including Durham City, Durham Cathedral, Teesdale rural heritage and the industrial heritage of Weardale',
I offer a friendly, professional, comprehensive tour service and deliver this with enthusiasm and fun. This also includes Durham University Colleges and Campus Orientation Tours.

Bakery
Barningham
Coghlans handmade bread use no preservatives food colours or artificial flavours, just a natural product from yeast flour water and salt.
Viewpoint
Barnard Castle
The Rivers Tees and Greta join together at a local beauty spot called “The Meeting of the Waters” not far from the elegant Rokeby Hall and Gardens in Teesdale. The Teesdale Way public footpath can be accessed on the south side of Abbey Bridge…
Garden
Durham
Old Durham Gardens can be found less than a mile east of Durham City Centre. The gardens can be reached through a number of walks, including a very pleasant route through Pelaw Woods and provide a charming public space for everyone to enjoy.
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.
Country / Royal Park
Edmundbyers
A moorland country park on the banks of the Derwent Reservoir.
Walking Tour
Redford, Hamsterley Forest
Join Wallace and Gromit for the ultimate forest walkies.
Bond with your pooch by taking on dog-tastic challenges together, solve crossword clues and have lots of fun along the way – with everyone’s favourite dog and owner duo for company.
Gallery
Seaham
The EDAN Gallery is the only dedicated art gallery in East Durham.
Fishing
Hutton Henry
Fly Fishing Tuition, Guiding, Lessons, Holidays & Tackle on Rivers & Lakes in County Durham and throughout the North of England.


Walking Route
Limekiln Gill is a Local Nature Reserve which is UK Woodland Assurance Scheme certified and a Special Area of Conservation within Durham Heritage Coast.
Theatre
Durham City
Magician Tom Bolton brings you The Magic Corner!
The Magic Corner is a custom built magic room and bar located in the heart of Durham.
In this brand new show like no other, you will experience breathtaking magic no more than a metre away…

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