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A host of exciting attractions, activities and amazing things to do in Durham this summer.
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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.

Attraction
Butterknowle
Take a tour of the dairy with Allison and see where the cheese is made or be guided through a food and cheese paring with Jonathan or why not spend the day with us and try your hand at cheesemaking!

Spa and Relaxation
Headlam
Designed to the highest standards for its members, hotel residents and day spa guests, Headlam Spa is a place to relax, exercise and enjoy the therapeutic benefits of water in a comfortable and friendly environment that reflects the beauty of the…

Nature Reserve
Horden
This coastal site has impressive views to the north and south. On a clear day, you will be able to see all the way to North Yorkshire.
Public Art
Seaham
Tommy is a statue of a Great War soldier by artist Ray Lonsdale. Displayed close to Seaham war memorial, on Terrace Green by the seafront in Seaham, County Durham. It depicts a First World War soldier, wearing boots, puttees, greatcoat and tin hat,…
Picnic Site
Bishop Auckland
It is always worthwhile turning off any of County Durham’s main roads to discover unexpected delights. None more so than in Weardale where in the village of Eastgate (west of Stanhope) a turning leads to the village of Rookhope and one of Durham’s…
Adventure Park / Playground
Near Witton Gilbert
Fun Adventure Farm. Woodland trails and adventure activities for all the family. Farm butchery. Coffee shop.

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.
Blue Badge Guide
Durham City
Welcome to the Durham website. No matter how long or short your stay, please let me enhance your tours in North East England with friendly, local professional Blue Badge Guiding Services, which include Durham City and County Durham. By sharing my…

Guiding Company
including Durham City and County Durham,
Discover our award-winning tours to North East England - explore Newcastle, Durham, Hadrian's Wall , Alnwick Castle, Holy Island or Northumberland National Park with us!

Food/Drink Producer
Barnard Castle
Teesdale's oldest and finest butchers selling local beef and lamb and Yorkshire pork and chicken.
Nature Reserve
Stanley
Chapman’s Well is one of our best bird-watching sites. The vast areas of marshy grassland and ponds provide fabulous places for birds to feed and breed throughout the year. We have heron, stonechat, skylark, linnet and reed bunting. Many birds of…
Adventure Park / Playground
Langley Park
Diggerland is the UK’s most unique construction-themed adventure park where guests can drive, ride and operate earth-moving machinery in a safe and family friendly environment. There's one right here in Durham and you can save money off pay on the…


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.
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.
Outdoor and Wildlife Activity
Middlesbrough
RSPB Saltholme is the perfect place if you’re new to birdwatching or want to get out in nature. Our family-friendly wetlands have a helpful visitor's centre and hides which let you get up close to water rail, avocet and terns, plus a cafe, play area…


Nature Reserve
Hesleden
The reserve has exceptional natural exposures of magnesian limestone eroded to produce impressive outcrops with many caves and fissures. Hesleden Dene is best visited in spring for the woodland flora and autumn for the fungi and turning leaves.
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.


Nature Reserve
Crimdon
With its sandy beaches, Crimdon has been a popular place for holiday makers for many years. From the 1920’s miners came to Crimdon for their annual summer holidays.
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.
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