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You are here > Home > This is Durham... my Great Outdoors > Adventure activities

Adventure Activities

Across the county you'll find an amazing wealth of outdoor action and adventure activities all ages and abilities can enjoy. 

Your friends and family can create lasting memories as you explore the county's most amazing outdoor settings together. From exhilarating bike rides, rock climbing and kayaking down the River Wear. To a treetop adventure on the high ropes, trekking through the Durham Dales with a friendly alpaca in tow and even going on a Gruffalo hunt! 

What adventure will you choose? 

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  1. Waterfall at Gibson's Cave, situated nearby to Bowlees Visitor Centre

    Add Bowlees Picnic Area to your Itinerary

    Bowlees Picnic Area

    Type

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    Picnic Site

    Newbiggin

    The picnic area is in a sheltered side valley of Teesdale. There are 4 waterfalls in the site and more falls alongside a footpath to Gibson's Cave.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2020to31 Dec 2021
    More info for Bowlees Picnic Area
  2. Experience the 1900s Town Street at Beamish Museum

    Add Beamish - The Living Museum of the North: Traditional Experiences to your Itinerary

    Beamish - The Living Museum of the North: Traditional Experiences

    Type

    Type:

    Cookery School

    Beamish

    Beamish offers a fantastic opportunity to experience the Museum in a completely different way whilst having fun and learning new skills. Learn how to make freshly baked goodies which you can take home to impress your family and friends.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2021

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
    More info for Beamish - The Living Museum of the North: Traditional Experiences
  3. Carrs Farm Bunkhouse Durham

    Add Activities at Carrs Farm to your Itinerary

    Activities at Carrs Farm

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    Activity Centre

    Wolsingham

    Carrs Farm offers a retreat from your action packed days in a 17th century converted barn. From Paintball, Zorbing, Archery, clay pigeon to white water rafting and rock climbing. Carrs Farm is suitable to all individual requirements.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2021
    More info for Activities at Carrs Farm
  4. Durham Cathedral Tower Reopening

    Add Durham Cathedral Tower - temporarily closed to your Itinerary

    Durham Cathedral Tower - temporarily closed

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    Tower

    Durham City

    Durham Cathedral Towers
    Enjoy spectacular views of the historic city of Durham and the surrounding countryside by climbing the cathedral’s Central Towers. Make a climb up the towers, the high point of your visit to Durham Cathedral.

    Visitors can…

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    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2021
    More info for Durham Cathedral Tower - temporarily closed
  5. High Force

    Add May the Forces be with you - a walk around Low and High Force Waterfalls to your Itinerary

    May the Forces be with you - a walk around Low and High Force Waterfalls

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    Walking Route

    Near Middleton in Teesdale

    This 5 mile circular walk takes you through the stunning landscape of Upper Teesdale, within the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it includes Low and High Force waterfalls - the most spectacular natural features in the Durham Dales.

    More info for May the Forces be with you - a walk around Low and High Force Waterfalls
  6. Little Elves Workshops – Christmas Crafts

    Add MischMasch at Rockliffe Hall to your Itinerary

    MischMasch at Rockliffe Hall

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    Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre

    Hurworth-on-Tees

    Welcome to the whimsical world of Mischmasch, inspired by much-loved children’s author Lewis Carroll who grew up in nearby Croft. Every adventure requires a first step, so come on in and discover the wonderland of curiosities.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2021

    Awards

    • Visit Britain We're Good To Go 2020We're Good To Go

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  7. Walking in Teesdale - High Force Circular

    Add Walking in Teesdale - High Force Circular to your Itinerary

    Walking in Teesdale - High Force Circular

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    Walking Route

    Newbiggin

    A leisurely circular walk through the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with rich flora, rare bird life, ancient juniper woodland and fascinating geology. Including impressive Wynch Bridge, Low Force gentle waterfalls.

    More info for Walking in Teesdale - High Force Circular
  8. Feed the llamas at Adventure Valley

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    Adventure Valley

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    Theme Park

    Brasside, Durham

    Discover a world of family adventures at Adventure Valley, the North East’s biggest family adventure park, with over 50 attractions, activities and shows.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2021Open 10:00 - 17:00

    Awards

    • Visit England VAQAS 2019VAQAS
    • Visit Britain We're Good To Go 2020We're Good To Go

    Indicative Availability

    Book Adventure Valley Online (opens in a new window)

    More info for Adventure Valley
  9. Stargazing in the North Pennines

    Add Stargazing in the North Pennines to your Itinerary

    Stargazing in the North Pennines

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    Outdoor and Wildlife Activity

    Stanhope

    Some of the darkest skies in England are found in the North Pennines. Much of the area is remote, wild countryside with little development and the views of the night sky are second to none.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2021
    More info for Stargazing in the North Pennines
  10. Durham Heritage Coast

    Add Durham Heritage Coast to your Itinerary

    Durham Heritage Coast

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    Beach

    Seaham

    Experience the colourful and dramatic landscape of Durham’s Heritage Coast with its beaches, rugged cliffs and magnificent flora and fauna.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2021
    More info for Durham Heritage Coast
  11. Cycling at Hamsterley Forest

    Add Hamsterley Forest - Blue Cycle Trail to your Itinerary

    Hamsterley Forest - Blue Cycle Trail

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    Type:

    Cycle Route

    Bishop Auckland

    Blue Trail - Moderate, suitable for intermediate cyclists/ mountain bikers with basic off road riding skills.

    More info for Hamsterley Forest - Blue Cycle Trail
  12. Take a walk with alpacas at Teesdale Alpacas in the Durham Dales

    Add Alpaca Trekking with Teesdale Alpacas to your Itinerary

    Alpaca Trekking with Teesdale Alpacas

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    Type:

    Guided Tour

    Barnard Castle

    Come for a walk with us and enjoy some stunning Teesdale scenery and make friends with one of our alpacas.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2021

    Awards

    • Visit Britain We're Good To Go 2020We're Good To Go
    More info for Alpaca Trekking with Teesdale Alpacas
  13. 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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    Type:

    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.

    More info for Hardwick Park Walking, Cycling and Horse Riding Routes
  14. Deer at Raby Castle

    Add Woodland Play Area: Raby Castle to your Itinerary

    Woodland Play Area: Raby Castle

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    Type:

    Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre

    Staindrop

    The Park and Gardens provide lots of opportunity for fresh air, fun and exercise. Our Woodland Adventure Playground will keep children entertained and bikes are available for the whole family to hire, so that you can explore the wider Park. Walking…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2021
    More info for Woodland Play Area: Raby Castle
  15. Hardwick Park at sunset

    Add Hardwick Park to your Itinerary

    Hardwick Park

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    Parkland / Woodland Garden

    Sedgefield

    This VisitEngland accredited attraction is an 18th Century parkland featuring beautiful views, rich heritage, archaeological remains and ecological diversity - a remarkable place to visit. The park is open daily with events held throughout the year.…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2020to31 Dec 2021Open 07:30 - 17:00

    Awards

    • Visit England VAQAS 2019VAQAS
    • Visit England Quality Assured Visitor Attraction 2017Quality Assured Visitor Attraction
    More info for Hardwick Park
  16. gruffalo trail at hamsterley, children activities county durham. rail and exciting augmented reality app

    Add Gruffalo Sculptures at Hamsterley to your Itinerary

    Gruffalo Sculptures at Hamsterley

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    Type:

    Walking

    Hamsterley Forest

    Gruffalo Orienteering - fun family map reading challenge
    Try our fun, navigational challenge at Hamsterley Forest using a simple map to find twelve Gruffalo markers hidden in the deep, dark wood.

    If you're feeling competitive, choose to run, walk…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2021
    More info for Gruffalo Sculptures at Hamsterley
  17. Walking in the North Pennines

    Add Walking in the North Pennines to your Itinerary

    Walking in the North Pennines

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    Type:

    Walking

    Stanhope

    The North Pennines has a vast rights of way network, including the Pennine Way National Trail, numerous circular walks and large areas of open access land making it a great place to go for a walk.

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    More info for Walking in the North Pennines
  18. 10K & Half Marathon: Hamsterley Forest

    Add Hamsterley Forest to your Itinerary

    Hamsterley Forest

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    Type:

    Forest

    Redford, Hamsterley Forest

    Information point and tearoom, forest drive with children's play area. Four mile forest drive runs through the forest giving access to picnic sites along the way.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2021

    Awards

    • Visit England VAQAS 2019VAQAS
    • Visit England Quality Assured Visitor Attraction 2017Quality Assured Visitor Attraction
    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
    More info for Hamsterley Forest
  19. coached sports session durham city wharton park familyfun

    Add Wharton Park to your Itinerary

    Wharton Park

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    Type:

    Municipal Park

    Durham City

    This VisitEngland accredited attraction Wharton Park commands spectacular views across Durham City. The historic park now offers a brand new heritage centre and cafe, play area for all ages, an amphitheatre and miniature car track, multi-use games…

    Dates

    From:
    21 May 2020to31 Dec 2021
    More info for Wharton Park
  20. Walking at Hamsterley Forest

    Add Walking at Hamsterley Forest to your Itinerary

    Walking at Hamsterley Forest

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    Type:

    Walking

    Hamsterley Forest

    When you walk around Hamsterley Forest you are walking through a former agricultural and shooting estate. Three walks start from the notice board in the Bedburn car park opposite the cycle hire and two further walks start along the valley from Grove…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2020to31 Dec 2021
    More info for Walking at Hamsterley Forest
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