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  1. Middleton in Teesdale

    Add Middleton-in-Teesdale  to Kirkcarrion to your Itinerary

    Middleton-in-Teesdale to Kirkcarrion

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    Walking Route

    Middleton in Teesdale

    A walk which comes with a legend. Bridge Street leads downhill to cross the River Tees on the old county bridge built in the early 19th century.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  2. Beach banks at Horden

    Add Limekiln Gill Local Nature Reserve Walk to your Itinerary

    Limekiln Gill Local Nature Reserve Walk

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    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.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  3. Explore Discover & Enjoy Durham with Curious About Durham - only for the Curious!

    Add Curious About Durham to your Itinerary

    Curious About Durham

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    Walking Route

    Durham

    Have fun discovering Durham with two, quirky, heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt. Are you curious about Durham? Looking for an unusual and quirky activity which gets you out in the fresh air whatever the weather? Take one of our…

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    1 Nov 2025to31 Mar 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
    From:
    1 Apr 2026to31 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 18:00
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  4. The Angel of the North

    Add The Angel's Way to your Itinerary

    The Angel's Way

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    Religious Activity

    Traverse Tyneside in all its multi-faceted allure, from a sandy seaside village to the site that once housed St Cuthbert’s remains through a titanic legacy of medieval magic, Industrial Age endeavour and sheer contemporary class.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  5. Barnard Castle Butter Mart

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    Romaldkirk Cycle Ride

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    Barnard Castle

    This 7 mile circular ride follows the Teesdale Railway Path and minor roads of Romaldkirk Moor within the North Pennines National Landscape.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  6. Derwent Reservoir County Durham

    Add Derwent Reservoir - Walks, Rides and Wildlife to your Itinerary

    Derwent Reservoir - Walks, Rides and Wildlife

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    Consett

    Derwent Reservoir is within the North Pennines National Landscape and, after Kielder, is the second largest reservoir in the region. There is a multi-user path from Pow Hill Country Park (south shore) to the dam at the eastern end of the reservoir…

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  7. Explore the North East the Active Way Poster

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    Get out and about in beautiful Durham!

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  8. Malton Picnic Area Walking Route

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    Malton Picnic Area Walking Route

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    Lanchester

    This is a picnic site which is UK Woodland Assurance Scheme certified. Habitats include woodland, riverside and wildflower meadow. The 0.5 mile (800m) route shown is suitable for walkers, wheelchair users and those with pushchairs.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  9. Enter CIC

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    Enter CIC

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    Arts Centre

    Dean Bank, Ferryhill

    Producing professional and community theatre of the highest standard.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  10. Hen and Stag Parties at Prince Bishop River Cruiser

    Add Hen and Stag Parties at Prince Bishop River Cruiser to your Itinerary

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    Hen and Stag Parties at Prince Bishop River Cruiser

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    Durham City

    For a bespoke party night to remember in Durham's most individual venue, The Prince Bishop is an ideal venue for your stag or hen party

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  11. Durham Cathedral and Castle, rooftops of Durham City

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    Durham Heritage Trail

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    Durham City

    Around every corner in Durham City is something old and interesting. To see it all in one walk is not possible, but here is a start in getting to know the City’s rich history.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  12. St John's Chapel

    Add St John's Chapel Walk to your Itinerary

    St John's Chapel Walk

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    Walking Route

    St John's Chapel

    High up in Weardale, this is a lovely country walk that is not too difficult - apart from a short climb up to Allercleugh Farm - yet rewards with a real sense of being away from the crowds.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  13. Teesdale Way: Middleton In Teesdale - Abbey Bridge, Barnard Castle

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    Teesdale Way: Middleton In Teesdale - Abbey Bridge, Barnard Castle

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    Barnard Castle

    Middleton - Cotherstone 7.5km
    Cotherstone - Abbey Bridge 5.5km

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Teesdale Way: Middleton In Teesdale - Abbey Bridge, Barnard Castle
  14. Durham Cathedral Tower

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    Durham Cathedral: Viewpoint

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    Durham

    Far fewer people will have enjoyed an equally impressive view from South Street in the city centre. A short, steep climb up this lovely street is rewarded by an almost eye level view across the river gorge towards the magnificently proportioned west…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Durham Cathedral: Viewpoint
  15. Cycling at Hamsterley Forest

    Add Hamsterley Forest Orange Walk to your Itinerary

    Hamsterley Forest Orange Walk

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    Walking Route

    Hamsterley, Bishop Auckland

    A route around the Bedburn valley giving elevated views over the forest and showing varied habitats of mixed woodland.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Hamsterley Forest Orange Walk
  16. Walking in the North Pennines

    Add Tow Law and Thornley Beck to your Itinerary

    Tow Law and Thornley Beck

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    Bishop Auckland

    A moderate 4.5 mile circular walk across farmland and through woodland with stunning views of Weardale.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  17. Countryside around Hunwick.

    Add Hunwick Village, New Hunwick and River Walk - Heritage Walk 3 to your Itinerary

    Hunwick Village, New Hunwick and River Walk - Heritage Walk 3

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    Hunwick

    A walk around Hunwick, New Hunwick & the river. Distance 7.5 miles.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Hunwick Village, New Hunwick and River Walk - Heritage Walk 3
  18. The beach banks at Blackhall Rocks

    Add Blackhall - Connecting the Coast to your Itinerary

    Blackhall - Connecting the Coast

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    Walking Route

    Easington

    The walks explore the coastal nature reserves and provide stunning views of the Magnesian Limestone cliffs and stacks formed from the relentless pounding of the North Sea.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  19. Hardwick Park: Ranger Fun

    Add Hardwick Park Walking, Cycling and Horse Riding Routes to your Itinerary

    Hardwick Park Walking, Cycling and Horse Riding Routes

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    Sedgefield

    A 1 mile historical circuit walk, a 1.4 mile circular cycle route and a 0.5 mile horse-riding route around the scenic Hardwick Park Country Park.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  20. 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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