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  1. Play area at Chester-le-Street Riverside Park Splash Pad

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 131 reviews131 reviews

    Chester-le-Street Riverside Park Splash Pad

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    Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre

    Chester-le-Street

    The splash pad is a state-of-the-art play facility which is free to use and suitable for families from toddlers to early teens. It is the only splash pad in County Durham and replaces the old paddling pool.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  2. Old Durham Gardens

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 17 reviews17 reviews

    Old Durham Gardens

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    Garden

    Durham

    Old Durham Gardens can be found less than a mile east of Durham City Centre. The gardens can be reached through a number of walks, including a very pleasant route through Pelaw Woods and provide a charming public space for everyone to enjoy.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021Northern Saints Trails Passport
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  3. Path surrounded by heather in Hedleyhope Fell

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    Hedleyhope Fell Nature Reserve

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    Tow Law

    One of the largest mid-altitude heathlands remaining in County Durham, Hedleyhope Fell is a mosaic of heather, bilberry, acid grassland, rush pasture, bracken beds, patches of gorse and scattered trees.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  4. Coastline at Horden

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    Horden Grasslands Local Nature Reserve

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    Horden

    This coastal site has impressive views to the north and south. On a clear day, you will be able to see all the way to North Yorkshire.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  5. Teesdale Cheese

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    Teesdale Cheesemakers Experiences

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    Butterknowle

    Take a tour of the dairy with Allison and see where the cheese is made or be guided through a food and cheese paring with Jonathan or why not spend the day with us and try your hand at cheesemaking!

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous Dark Sky Friendly Durham 2022Dark Sky Friendly Durham
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  6. Beaurepaire Manor House

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    Beaurepaire Manor House

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    Durham

    Ruins of a medieval manor house used as a medieval country retreat for the Priors of Durham. Dates from mid 13th century. .

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    1 Apr 2026to31 Oct 2026

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021Northern Saints Trails Passport
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  7. St Margaret of Antioch Church

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    St Margaret of Antioch Church

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    Durham

    St Margaret of Antioch: a friendly parish church in the heart of Durham. Over many centuries St Margaret’s has welcomed countless wanderers and pilgrims in the name of Christ.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  8. North Pennines in Autumn

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    Picnic Spot: Rookhope

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    Bishop Auckland

    It is always worthwhile turning off any of County Durham’s main roads to discover unexpected delights. None more so than in Weardale where in the village of Eastgate (west of Stanhope) a turning leads to the village of Rookhope and one of Durham’s…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  9. 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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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  10. st johns

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    St John's Church

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    Durham

    St John’s draws together people of all ages and backgrounds to follow Christ.  

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    10 July 2027to31 Aug 2027
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  11. An historic steam train on Tanfield Railway in County Durham.

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 527 reviews527 reviews

    Tanfield Railway

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    Tanfield

    Oldest existing railway in the world, opened 1725. Steam-hauled passenger trains, vintage carriages, 61 locomotives and steam-driven vintage workshop. Please see website for dates and operating times.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Trip Advisor Travellers Choice 2023 2023Trip Advisor Travellers Choice 2023
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  12. St Nicolas Church

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    St Nicholas Church

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    Durham

    The Church in the Marketplace of Durham City.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  13. St Helen Auckland Parish Church

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    St Helen Auckland Parish Church

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    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.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  14. Garden centre

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    Congburn Nurseries & Garden Centre

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    Edmondsley

    A one-stop-shop for all your gardening needs as well as our stunning woodland walk which extends over 15 acres, and our very popular Woodland's Bistro and Venue.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  15. Prince Bishop River Cruiser and Browns Rowing Boats

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 207 reviews207 reviews

    Prince Bishop River Cruiser and Browns Rowing Boats

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    Boat Trip

    Durham City

    The Prince Bishop River Cruiser offers cruises with spectacular views of historic Durham City, Cathedral, Castle and Bridges and evening cruises with a difference twelve months of the year.

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    1 Apr 2026to31 Oct 2026
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  16. Hen & Stag Parties at Adventure Access

    Hen & Stag Parties at Adventure Access

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    Stag & Hen Party

    Fancy adding a drop of adventure into your Hen or Stag do? If you're looking for a bit of excitement and competition our Dragon Boat Tournaments are perfect. For those that would like something more relaxing, join us for a journey through Durham…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Hen & Stag Parties at Adventure Access
  17. Beamish Museum

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    A family friendly historic break in Durham

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    Driving Route

    Looking for a historic break full of fun, facts and fantasy with the kids? Look no further than a family-friendly historic break in Durham.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  18. H2O at Witton Country Park

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    H2O Riders

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    Witton-le-Wear

    Embark on an unforgettable outdoors adventure with paddle boarding, kayaking, or a thrilling water bike ride at the premier water sports hire centre at Witton Castle Activity Lake in County Durham.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025 2025TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025
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  19. View of Nose's Point

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    Nose’s Point Nature Reserve

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    Nature Reserve

    Near Seaham

    The sea has played a key role in the way Nose’s Point looks and the plants and animals found here, the magnesian limestone bedrock, laid down in an ancient sea, has given rise to a rare form of grassland with unique populations of plants and animals…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  20. Countryside Service Durham County Council

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    Countryside Service Durham County Council

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    Outdoor and Wildlife Activity

    Durham

    Durham County Council Countryside Service
    Landscapes shaped by industry, now home to nature reserves and reclaimed railway paths. Guided walks bring the past to life, events and volunteering.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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