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  1. coached sports session Durham city Wharton park family fun

    Add Wharton Park Cafe to your Itinerary

    Wharton Park Cafe

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Durham City

    Wharton Park Cafe, housed within the heritage centre of the park attraction in Durham City. 

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Wharton Park Cafe
  2. High Force Waterfall, blue skies

    Add High Force and Bowlees Geo Trail to your Itinerary

    High Force and Bowlees Geo Trail

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    Walking Route

    Newbiggin

    This 4-5 mile (6.5-8km) circular walk, from Bowlees Visitor Centre or High Force Hotel car park, will introduce you to some of the special features of the landscape around High Force and Low Force waterfalls.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for High Force and Bowlees Geo Trail
  3. Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa Durham

    Add Fusion Restaurant at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa to your Itinerary

    Fusion Restaurant at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

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    Restaurant

    Durham

    The Fusion restaurant at the Spa at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa offers a extensive selection of Asian- inspired food throughout the day.

    Perfectly blending classic Eastern flavours and textures to produce light, fresh, delicious, ,nutritional…

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2026Open 08:00 - 22:00
    More info for Fusion Restaurant at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
  4. The Vinery at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

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    The Vinery at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Darlington

    Join us for a delicious lunch at The Vinery, where we proudly present handcrafted dishes and treats inspired or sourced from the beautiful Raby Estate.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member
    More info for The Vinery at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
  5. Route description for Auckland Way Railway Path

    Add Auckland Way Railway Path (Walking and Cycling Route) to your Itinerary

    Auckland Way Railway Path (Walking and Cycling Route)

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    Walking Route

    A688, Bishop Auckland

    A 4.3 mile route between Bishop Auckland and Spennymoor on a former railway line passing New Coundon and Binchester, close to Auckland Park and Binchester Roman Fort.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Auckland Way Railway Path (Walking and Cycling Route)
  6. Killhope Mining Museum Cafe and Shop

    Add Killhope Lead Mining Museum Cafe and Shop to your Itinerary

    Killhope Lead Mining Museum Cafe and Shop

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Cowshill

    The café offers a wonderful menu with a choice of home-made soups, sandwiches, scones, cakes and lots more. Ingredients are organic or locally sourced where possible.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Apr 2025to31 Oct 2025Open 10:30 - 17:00
    From:
    1 Apr 2025to31 Oct 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member
    More info for Killhope Lead Mining Museum Cafe and Shop
  7. Rib Room Steak House & Grill at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

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    Rib Room Steak House & Grill at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

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    Restaurant

    Durham

    A truly exclusive dining experience. Offering a wide range of delicious locally sourced Meat, Fish and Pasta dishes.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2025Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured 2019TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured
    More info for Rib Room Steak House & Grill at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
  8. Pembertons Rotisserie & Carvery at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

    Add Pembertons Rotisserie & Carvery at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa to your Itinerary

    Pembertons Rotisserie & Carvery at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

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    Durham

    Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa's Pembertons Rotisserie and Carvery is open from 0700 until 2200 daily, serving good food all day long. It is extremely popular and a vast range of food is available from sandwiches and patisserie to a Sunday lunch.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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  9. Exterior of The Rose and Crown

    Add The Rose and Crown to your Itinerary

    The Rose and Crown

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    Restaurant

    Romaldkirk, Barnard Castle

    Food is served daily in the fabulous bar at both lunch and dinner and evening meals can also be enjoyed in the Oak Panelled Restaurant. The menus reflect the superb produce from this rural region and combines well-cooked pub classic dishes with fine…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2025Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019TasteDurham Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Good Hotel Guide 2020 – Editors Choice 2020Good Hotel Guide 2020 – Editors Choice
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Sawday's Best Authentic Pub 2020 2020Sawday's Best Authentic Pub 2020
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for The Rose and Crown
  10. couple walking on the Durham Heritage Coast

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    Durham Heritage Coast Walk

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    Seaham

    The clifftop coastal footpath of Durham's Heritage Coast is a treat for nature lovers. This once coal scarred landscape has been lovingly restored to thriving coastal grassland, home to wild flora and fauna and with beautiful views.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Durham Heritage Coast Walk
  11. Hardwick Park: Ranger Fun

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    Hardwick Park Walking, Cycling and Horse Riding Routes

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    Walking Route

    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.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Hardwick Park Walking, Cycling and Horse Riding Routes
  12. Family cycling

    Add Cycling at Hamsterley Forest to your Itinerary

    Cycling at Hamsterley Forest

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    Cycling and Mountain Biking

    Bishop Auckland

    Hamsterley Forest is one of the Northeast’s premier mountain bike destinations, with over 2000 hectares of forest to explore on 33 miles of waymarked trails and countless more miles of seldom travelled forest road Hamsterley Forest has something for…

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Cycling at Hamsterley Forest
  13. An example of the afternoon tea Café Bowes makes featuring macaroons, scones and swan style biscuit.

    Add Café Bowes at The Bowes Museum to your Itinerary

    Café Bowes at The Bowes Museum

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    Café

    Barnard Castle

    With Cafe Bowes' modern space and wonderful views over the gardens and countryside you can relax, unwind and enjoy the delights of the menu.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Awards

    • Visit England Visitor Ready 2024Visitor Ready
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member
    More info for Café Bowes at The Bowes Museum
  14. Exterior of Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill: Hotel Indigo

    Add Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill: Hotel Indigo to your Itinerary

    Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill: Hotel Indigo

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    Restaurant

    9 Old Elvet , Durham

    Set in the ‘perfect little city’ of Durham, Marco Pierre White’s Steakhouse Bar & Grill treats guests to signature steaks, timeless English and French classics, and a comprehensive selection of premium cocktails.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2025Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill: Hotel Indigo
  15. The Clubhouse at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

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    The Clubhouse at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

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    Restaurant

    Durham

    Not just for golfers! Think traditional English classics. In The Clubhouse you will find a light-bite menu, offering tasty dishes from a classic English Breakfast to locally sourced prime beef burgers, homemade soups, gourmet speciality sandwiches…

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    From:
    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2025
    More info for The Clubhouse at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
  16. Deer Park Raby Castle

    Add The Deer Park and Walled Gardens at Raby Castle to your Itinerary

    The Deer Park and Walled Gardens at Raby Castle

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    Outdoor and Wildlife Activity

    Darlington

    Spend time in nature and watch the seasons change in Raby Castle’s stunning Deer Park and Walled Gardens, which are open to visitors from 10am - 4pm every day.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member
    More info for The Deer Park and Walled Gardens at Raby Castle
  17. Real ales at The Sticky Wicket Emirates Riverside Chester-le-Street

    Add The Sticky Wicket to your Itinerary

    The Sticky Wicket

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    Eat Out to Help Out

    Chester-le-Street

    A Sports Bar serving great ales, wholesome food, and a kids menu so there’s some good all rounders for all the family.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for The Sticky Wicket
  18. Cycling in Durham

    Add Bishop Auckland to Weardale Cycle Route to your Itinerary

    Bishop Auckland to Weardale Cycle Route

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    Type:

    Cycle Route

    Bishop Auckland

    An undulating circular route the length of Weardale with sharp climbs. 65 miles.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Bishop Auckland to Weardale Cycle Route
  19. Causey Arch Picnic Area Walking Route

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    Causey Arch Picnic Area Walking Route

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    Walking Route

    Near Stanley

    Causey Arch Picnic Area is UK Woodland Assurance Scheme certified, a scheduled monument and Local Wildlife Site. Habitats include Ancient woodland, running water and grassland. It is suitable for walkers and wheelchair users.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Causey Arch Picnic Area Walking Route
  20. Cakes on display at the Bishop's Kitchen

    Add Bishop’s Kitchen at Auckland Palace - The Auckland Project to your Itinerary

    Bishop’s Kitchen at Auckland Palace - The Auckland Project

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    Type:

    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Bishop Auckland

    The Bishop’s Kitchen sits at the heart of Auckland Palace, offering a warm welcome and a delicious range of tempting treats.

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    From:
    23 Mar 2025to30 Oct 2025Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member
    More info for Bishop’s Kitchen at Auckland Palace - The Auckland Project
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