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Number of results: 199
, currently showing 21 to 40.
Walking Route
Barnard Castle
This 6.6 mile circular walk takes you through the beautiful countryside of the North Pennines National Landscape and mid-Teesdale. Route information provided by North Pennines National Landscape Partnership.
Walking
Barnard Castle
This is a wander through the town of Barnard Castle, using the narrow alleyways (known locally as ‘Yards’) of this ancient place. Stretch your legs and do a bit of history too.
Walking Route
Edmundbyers
Discover the wildlife and history of Derwent Reservoir along the multi user trail while taking in the breathtaking views of the reservoir.
Walking
Bishop Auckland
Take your pick from three new walking trails across Auckland Palace Deer Park. From a short walk around the inner park to a 4.6 km trail spanning the wider parkland.
Nature Trail
Hamsterley
Experience the wellbeing benefits of nature at Hamsterley Forest.
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.
Religious Activity
Gain the ultimate enlightenment on The Way of Learning as it takes you on the trail of England’s original scholar, the Venerable Bede through a rich legacy of the North East’s foremost industry, inventiveness and innovation.
Walking Route
Near entrance to Beamish Museum, Stanley
Discover Beamish's Hidden Valley. A 3 mile walk exploring industrial and natural heritage.
Religious Activity
The Way of Love follows the influence of three of the most important female figures in the establishment of Christianity in England - St Hilda, St Helena and St Mary Magdalene - whilst mixing maritime and mining heritage, nationally-important nature…
Walking Route
Frosterley, Bishop Auckland
Three walks in search of Frosterley Marble.
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Westgate
A series of small waterfalls accompanies this route along the picturesque Middlehope Burn, a tributary valley of Weardale.
Walking Route
Escomb, Bishop Auckland
This Route is a relatively easy 5 mile (8 1/4 km) walk that should take 2 1/2 hours taking in Escomb Saxon Church and The River Wear.
Walking Route
Shincliffe
Shincliffe Walks - Walk 5: Walking the Bounds
Walking Route
Seaham
This walk provides opportunities to explore Seaham and the Marina where there are a number of places to have a coffee or a meal or simply enjoy the view with an ice cream.
Walking Route
Walk a spectacular stretch of Heritage coastline along dramatic cliff tops that include exceptional views. This area is of particular geological and botanical interest, and is bordered by meadow and woodland alive with wildlife.
Walking Route
Easington
The walks explore the coastal nature reserves and provide stunning views of the Magnesian Limestone cliffs and stacks formed from the relentless pounding of the North Sea.
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.
Walking Route
Barnard Castle
A picturesque, leisurely walk along lanes and across fields by the banks of the River Tees to Abbey Bridge and back. On the way you will pass the ruins of Egglestone Abbey.
Walking Route
Durham
A wonderful Walk, taking in some beautiful Durham City Riverside Scenery. A 3 mile circular walk taking approximately 1-1.5 hours.
Walking Route
Upper Weardale
The woodland walks are part of a day out at Killhope – two wildlife hides, one accessible hide on the push chair friendly walk.
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