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Walking Routes
Forty miles of the country’s most sublime coastline, protected as a pristine package of wondrous wildlife and history.
Walking Route
Chester-le-Street
Follow this walk in the footsteps of Saint Cuthbert’s Community on their final journey from Chester-le-Street to Durham Cathedral, carrying the uncorrupted body (Corse) of Cuthbert, the Patron Saint of the North.
Cocktail Bar
Dean Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Colonel Porters is a place where you’ll also find vintage cocktails, tipsy teas, real ales, rhum masterclasses, private hire and an adventure around every corner…
Railway
Gateshead
The Bowes Railway is the only operational and preserved standard gauge cable railway system in the world. Dating from 1826 and designed in part by George Stephenson, it was one of the world’s first modern railways.
Cinema
Whitley Bay
In the heart of Whitley Bay, the Jam Jar Cinema offers the best in local, friendly, affordable, inclusive and diverse cinema.
Castle / Fort
Alnwick
Built on the most magnificent scale, Dunstanburgh Castle stands on a remote headland in Northumberland.
Church / Chapel
Sunderland
Traditional Sunday service with a warm and welcoming congregation. Regular midweek activities.
Adventure Sport Centre
Durham
Adventure Valley Golf – Durham’s only adventure golf course, boasting 18 fun packed holes. Suitable for all ages.
Watersports Centre
North Shields
Learn to surf - it's the most fun, natural, exhilarating sport you can try!
Historic Site
Durham City
The Town Hall has been central to life in Durham city for more than 650 years. Learn about the powerful Prince Bishops, the evolution of local government and the historic and ongoing roles of the Mayor and Mayor’s Bodyguard. Since the 14th Century…
Church / Chapel
Bishop Auckland
The 12thC church of St Helen. Daily Mass times: Sunday and Wednesday, Thursday 10:00, Monday 19:00, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday 09:30.
Landmark
ALNWICK
Said to be where St Cuthbert agreed to become Bishop of Lindisfarne.
Music Hall
Gateshead
The Glasshouse International Centre for Music is the pioneering centre for music and musical discovery on the south bank of the River Tyne.
Parkland / Woodland Garden
HOUGHTON LE SPRING
One of the largest parks in Sunderland with walks and cycle trails, family cycling with Sustrans, an adventure play area, skate boarding, Nordic walking, model boat sailing in the lake and a variety of sculptures that celebrate the heritage of the…
Nature Reserve
MORPETH
Brackish lagoon, reed beds and hide for bird-watching. Great numbers of roosting waders and wildfowl all year.
Cathedral / Minister
Durham City
Thought by many to be the finest example of Norman church architecture in England, with the tombs of St Cuthbert and The Venerable Bede. Please check opening times before travelling.
Church / Chapel
Hexham
Established in the 10th century, the church appears to have been built on the site of the oratory dedicated to St Michael. The name means St John in the field/clearing in the wood. The area in which it surrounds was covered with forest - hence the…
Sightseeing
Kelloe
Throughout Kelloe there are a number of fascinating sculptures.
Factory Outlet
Jarrow
Retailer of the British brand's classic waxed jackets and country apparel for men, women and children.
Walking Route
Penshaw
Heritage Trails Coalfield Area Walk 1 - This is a 4 mile (6.5km) walk starting from the foot of Penshaw Monument.
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