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  1. The viaduct at Hawthorn

    Add Hawthorn - Connecting the Coast to your Itinerary

    Hawthorn - Connecting the Coast

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    Walking Route

    Hawthorn

    Take a short stroll around the village or a longer ramble out to the coast and the stunning Hawthorn Dene viaduct. Stop at the village pub for refreshments.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Hawthorn - Connecting the Coast
  2. Neptune statue in Durham Market Place

    Add Durham City - Baxter Wood/Langley Park/Esh Loop Cycle Route to your Itinerary

    Durham City - Baxter Wood/Langley Park/Esh Loop Cycle Route

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    Cycle Route

    Durham

    Lovely City to Countryside Cycle Route recommended for the experienced Cyclist.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Durham City - Baxter Wood/Langley Park/Esh Loop Cycle Route
  3. Durham City - Haswell National Route 14 Cycle Route

    Add Durham City - Haswell National Route 14 Cycle Route to your Itinerary

    Durham City - Haswell National Route 14 Cycle Route

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    Cycle Route

    Durham

    Pleasant bike ride from Durham City to Haswell taking in the beautiful River Wear and Countryside scenery.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Durham City - Haswell National Route 14 Cycle Route
  4. A field in the Durham Dales showing flowers

    Add Durham Dales, Romaldkirk in Teesdale to your Itinerary

    Durham Dales, Romaldkirk in Teesdale

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    Walking Route

    Romaldkirk

    A River Tees green valley criss-crossed by drystone walls. Walk along the valley from Romaldkirk, a pretty village of three greens. See the Devil's Door in St. Romald church. It was blocked up in the Middle Ages to keep Satan out.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Durham Dales, Romaldkirk in Teesdale
  5. Crimdon beach on sunny day

    Crimdon Dene Beach

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    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.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Crimdon Dene Beach
  6. Ruth Robson Blue Badge Guide

    Ruth Robson Blue Badge Guide

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    Blue Badge Guide

    Durham City and County Durham

    Blue Badge tourist guide with extensive knowledge of Durham Cathedral, Durham City and all the county has to offer. Bespoke guided walks of the Northern Saints Trails, and specialist cultural itineraries.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Ruth Robson Blue Badge Guide
  7. Information on Blanchland Circular Walk

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    Blanchland Circular Walk

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    Blanchland

    You'll never forget this timeless stroll through one of England's oldest and most beautiful villages with its striking mixed woodland situated right on the River Derwent. It’s set in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Blanchland Circular Walk
  8. Garden and exterior of Blackhill and Consett Park

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    Blackhill and Consett Park

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    Municipal Park

    Consett

    Blackhill and Consett Park is located in the Blackhill conservation area.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Blackhill and Consett Park
  9. Go Fishing with Northumbrian Water - Angling For Everyone

    Add Grassholme Reservoir Circular Walk to your Itinerary

    Grassholme Reservoir Circular Walk

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    Walking Route

    Barnard Castle

    A four mile circular footpath around the shoreline of Grassholme Reservoir, providing magnificent views across the water with a picnic area and shop.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Grassholme Reservoir Circular Walk
  10. Walking on the Durham Heritage Coast

    Add Dalton-le-Dale and Dawdon - Durham Heritage Coast Walk to your Itinerary

    Dalton-le-Dale and Dawdon - Durham Heritage Coast Walk

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    Walking Route

    Seaham

    This walk takes us through Dalton-le Dale towards Dawdon with the option of visiting Noses’ Point and links to Durham’s Coastal Footpath. This walk is truly a journey through time from early Saxon settlements to industrial developments.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Dalton-le-Dale and Dawdon - Durham Heritage Coast Walk
  11. Lanchester Roman Walk

    Add Lanchester Roman Walk to your Itinerary

    Lanchester Roman Walk

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    Walking Route

    Durham

    A 5 mile, moderate circular walk crossing the line of The Dere Street Roman Road and the site of Longovicium Roman Fort. There are varied surfaces with one short incline and can be wet underfoot in parts.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Lanchester Roman Walk
  12. A child playing with bubbles at Hopetown Darlington.

    Add Hopetown Darlington to your Itinerary

    Hopetown Darlington

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    Railway

    Darlington

    Discover Darlington's story of engineering, ideas and invention.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Visit England VisitEngland Welcome Award 2024VisitEngland Welcome Award
    • Visit England VisitEngland Quality Assured Visitor Attraction 2024VisitEngland Quality Assured Visitor Attraction
    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025 2025TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025
    More info for Hopetown Darlington
  13. 25% off voucher for Diggerland Durham

    Add Diggerland to your Itinerary

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 767 reviews767 reviews

    Diggerland

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    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…

    Dates

    From:
    14 Feb 2026to1 Nov 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025 2025TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025
    More info for Diggerland
  14. The Durham Mystery Treasure Trail

    Add The Durham Mystery Treasure Trail to your Itinerary

    The Durham Mystery Treasure Trail

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    Walking Tour

    Durham

    The Durham Mystery Treasure Trail is certainly a unique way to explore! Suitable for anyone aged between 6 &106. Can you follow the route and crack the clues to to solve the mystery on this self guided Treasure Trail?

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for The Durham Mystery Treasure Trail
  15. Crowds of people enjoying the Durham Fringe Festival on Palace Green, Durham City.

    Add Durham Fringe Festival to your Itinerary

    Durham Fringe Festival

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    Festival & Events Organisers

    Durham

    The 2026 Durham Fringe Festival will return 29th July - 2nd August.  The North East's biggest recognised fringe festival – featuring the best in dance, drama, magic, music, poetry, stand-up comedy and more. 

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    29 July 2026to2 Aug 2026
    More info for Durham Fringe Festival
  16. Tees Railway Path

    Add Tees Railway Path to your Itinerary

    Tees Railway Path

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    Cycle Route

    Middleton in Teesdale

    This route is set in the attractive countryside of Teesdale, within the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The path starts just outside Middleton-in-Teesdale, passing the picturesque villages of Mickleton and Romaldkirk.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Tees Railway Path
  17. Limestone LinX Route Map

    Add Hills, Vales and Pitman's Ways to your Itinerary

    Hills, Vales and Pitman's Ways

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    Cycle Route

    Kelloe, Durham

    The Limestone LinX walking and cycling network provides 11 miles of routes for you to use and enjoy in stunning countryside and local nature reserves.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Hills, Vales and Pitman's Ways
  18. Singer/guitar player

    Add BACCANALIA to your Itinerary

    BACCANALIA

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    Festival & Events Organisers

    Bishop Auckland

    Baccanalia produces festivals and events in South Durham, offering premier experiences in social revelry and creative entertainment. We have loads going on from Cultural Festivals to Cabaret Nights with something for everyone.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for BACCANALIA
  19. The Mann's Vegan Scran

    Add The Mann's Vegan Scran to your Itinerary

    The Mann's Vegan Scran

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    Bakery

    Market Place, Durham City

    We're a local, family run food pop-up creating a variety of sweet and savoury inclusive foods. Everything is baked in our bakery The Nook, situated in Durham Markets historic indoor market hall.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for The Mann's Vegan Scran
  20. Closeup of Ken Bradshaw smiling.
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 39 reviews39 reviews

    Ken Bradshaw - North East Guided Tours

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    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.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Ken Bradshaw - North East Guided Tours
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