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  1. St Edmunds Sedgefield

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    St Edmund's Church

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    Church / Chapel

    Sedgefield

    St Edmund's Church is over 750 years old with a 30m high Norman Tower visible for miles, Elizabethan woodwork and many outstanding features.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  2. Northern Secrets - Guided Tours of North East England

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    Northern Secrets - Guided Tours of North East England

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    Guiding Company

    Newcastle Upon Tyne

    Northern Secrets specialises in personal guided tours in English and German and is committed to providing you with a unique journey of the highest quality through this glorious city and region. Your guide is a registered Blue Badge tourist guide.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for Northern Secrets - Guided Tours of North East England
  3. H2O at Witton Country Park

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    H2O Riders

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    Activity Centre

    Witton-le-Wear

    Embark on an unforgettable outdoors adventure with paddle boarding, kayaking, or a thrilling water bike ride at the premier water sports hire centre at Witton Castle Activity Lake in County Durham.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025 2025TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025
    More info for H2O Riders
  4. Historic Tours UK Ltd

    Historic Tours UK Ltd

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    City Tours

    including Durham City and County Durham,

    Welcome to Historic Tours UK! Whether you’re a student or a world traveller, I offer historic tours of Durham, Hadrian’s Wall, York. Manchester, and Chester.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  5. The Retreat Spa Redworth Hall

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 475 reviews475 reviews

    The Retreat at Redworth Hall

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    Spa and Relaxation

    Newton Aycliffe

    Set in the heart of County Durham, The Retreat at Redworth Hall Hotel has undergone an incredible refurbishment programme, designed to significantly enhance its facilities and promote an aura of relaxation.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Green Awards Green Tourism - Silver 2024Green Tourism - Silver
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  6. Sweet Sally Cinnamon 
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    Sweet Sally Cinnamon - artisan confectionery maker

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    Waterhouses

    Fresh handmade cinder toffee, fudge, brittle, hot chocolate spoons and baking mixes are produced by Sweet Sally Cinnamon for supply to farm shops, gift shops.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  7. Graeme Logan Blue Badge Guide - Encompass Northumbria

    Graeme Logan Blue Badge Guide - Encompass Northumbria

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    Blue Badge Guide

    Durham City

    Graeme Logan, Regional Blue Badge Guide (1989), will bring your Walking, Coach or Driver Guide Tour to life with insight and a sense of humour.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for Graeme Logan Blue Badge Guide - Encompass Northumbria
  8. Broom House Farm Shop entrance.

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 405 reviews405 reviews

    Broom House Farm Shop

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    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,…

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for Broom House Farm Shop
  9. Apollo Pavilion Peterlee

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    Apollo Pavilion

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    Peterlee

    An iconic example of 1960s public art and designed by Edwin John Victor Pasmore (d. 1998) during his time as consultant Director of urban design for Peterlee Development Corporation.   It was opened in 1969, the same year as the first manned mission…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  10. View of Seaham Coast from above

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    Seaham Beach

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    Beach

    Seaham

    Seaham Beach is a pleasant stretch of rocky and sandy beach, with rocks pools a plenty. The dog-friendly beach stretches for approx. one mile along the town’s coastline, from the harbour wall to the north of the town.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  11. Roof of England Walk waymark

    Roof of England Walk

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    Walking Route

    New multi-day walking route launches in the North Pennines National Landscape

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  12. Exterior view of The Light.

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    The Light

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    Arts Centre

    Durham

    Bringing together art and science, The Light will be a welcoming and engaging space where visitors can explore internationally significant exhibitions; artists will be encouraged to create and collaborate; and communities can gather.

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    From:
    22 Aug 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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  13. Durham Mining Museum

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    Durham Mining Museum

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    Heritage / Visitor Centre

    Spennymoor

    Spennymoor Town Hall has it’s dedicated memorial to the works and lives lost during the mining period across County Durham. Events cover mining in the Northern part of England i.e. County Durham, Northumberland, Cumberland, Westmorland and the…

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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  14. Horden Colliery Heritage Centre

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    Horden Colliery Heritage Centre

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    Museum

    Horden

    Heritage Centre with themed rooms. Mining Museum going back 100 years with 350 archives, photographs of Horden, lots of history, 1940s rooms.

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    From:
    1 Mar 2026to31 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 35 reviews35 reviews

    Ankers House and St Mary & St Cuthbert's Church

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    Church / Chapel

    Chester-le-Street

    The cathedral church and shrine of St Cuthbert from AD883 to 995 with attached anchorage containing displays on Roman, Saxon and medieval times.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  16. Prince Bishops Shopping Centre

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    Prince Bishops Place

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    Shopping Centre

    Durham City

    Offering: A Collection Service
    Prince Bishops Place is the perfect place to pick up hot fashion fixes, gadgets, health and beauty products and homeware in Durham city centre.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for Prince Bishops Place
  17. High Force Waterfall Durham

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    Castles and Cascades

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    Driving Route

    Durham is home to some of the country’s most historic castles, iconic abbeys and landmarks. Take a step back in time with this tailor-made itinerary, discovering the dramatic castles and cascading landscapes across the county.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  18. Beaurepaire Manor House

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    Beaurepaire Manor House

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    Historic Site

    Durham

    Ruins of a medieval manor house used as a medieval country retreat for the Priors of Durham. Dates from mid 13th century. .

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    From:
    1 Apr 2026to31 Oct 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021Northern Saints Trails Passport
    More info for Beaurepaire Manor House
  19. Replica mine shaft overlooking the sea

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    Easington Colliery Nature Reserve

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    Nature Reserve

    Near Easington Colliery

    The site of the former Easington Colliery has been designated as a local nature reserve and has good car parking facilities very close to the coastal footpath.  

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Easington Colliery Nature Reserve
  20. Chester-le-Street Leisure Centre

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    Chester-le-Street Leisure Centre

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    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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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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