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  1. People walking in the woods

    Add Killhope Woodland Walks to your Itinerary

    Killhope Woodland Walks

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    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.

    Dates

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    1 Apr 2025to31 Oct 2025
    More info for Killhope Woodland Walks
  2. Malton Picnic Area Walking Route

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    Malton Picnic Area Walking Route

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    Type:

    Walking Route

    Lanchester

    This is a picnic site which is UK Woodland Assurance Scheme certified. Habitats include woodland, riverside and wildflower meadow. The 0.5 mile (800m) route shown is suitable for walkers, wheelchair users and those with pushchairs.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Malton Picnic Area Walking Route
  3. Hurworth Burn to Station Town Railway Path Walking/Cycling Route

    Add Hurworth Burn to Station Town Railway Path Walking/Cycling Route to your Itinerary

    Hurworth Burn to Station Town Railway Path Walking/Cycling Route

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    Near Trimdon Station

    This is a Railway Path, is UK Woodland Assurance Scheme certified, and a Local Wildlife Site intersects the Path next to the reservoir. The path is suitable for walkers, cyclists, horse-riders and wheelchair users.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Hurworth Burn to Station Town Railway Path Walking/Cycling Route
  4. Information on Blanchland Circular Walk

    Add Blanchland Circular Walk to your Itinerary

    Blanchland Circular Walk

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    Walking Route

    Blanchland

    You'll never forget this timeless stroll through one of England's oldest and most beautiful villages with its striking mixed woodland situated right on the River Derwent. It’s set in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Blanchland Circular Walk
  5. Limestone LinX Route Map

    Add Hills, Vales and Pitman's Ways to your Itinerary

    Hills, Vales and Pitman's Ways

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    Cycle Route

    Kelloe, Durham

    The Limestone LinX walking and cycling network provides 11 miles of routes for you to use and enjoy in stunning countryside and local nature reserves.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Hills, Vales and Pitman's Ways
  6. Barnard Castle

    Add Walking in Teesdale - Barnard Castle West Circular ‘The Bridges Walk’ to your Itinerary

    Walking in Teesdale - Barnard Castle West Circular ‘The Bridges Walk’

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    Type:

    Walking Route

    Barnard Castle

    A long, leisurely walk through the ever changing Deepdale Woods Nature Reserve; through open fields to the historic and picturesque Nabb Bridge over Deepdale Beck; down to the village of Boldron; past the ruins of Egglestone Abbey.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Walking in Teesdale - Barnard Castle West Circular ‘The Bridges Walk’
  7. Explore the North East the Active Way Poster

    Go Smarter, Go Active Travel Itineraries

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    Get out and about in beautiful Durham!

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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  8. The Witham

    Add Walking in Teesdale: Barnard Castle and Stainton Circular to your Itinerary

    Walking in Teesdale: Barnard Castle and Stainton Circular

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    Walking

    Barnard Castle

    A leisurely walk from Barnard Castle through woods and across fields to Stainton village, from where there are extensive views both up and across Teesdale.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Walking in Teesdale: Barnard Castle and Stainton Circular
  9. Walking in Teesdale - Cotherstone Circular Walk

    Add Walking in Teesdale - Cotherstone Circular Walk to your Itinerary

    Walking in Teesdale - Cotherstone Circular Walk

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    Walking Route

    Cotherstone

    A 6 mile Circular Walk - from the Fox and Hounds on the West Green, Cotherstone.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Walking in Teesdale - Cotherstone Circular Walk
  10. Durham Dales on a sunny day

    Add Walking in Teesdale: Bowes West Circular to your Itinerary

    Walking in Teesdale: Bowes West Circular

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    Walking

    Bowes, Barnard Castle

    A walk through the picturesque village of Bowes, past Dotheboys Hall, and across the moors above the village.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Walking in Teesdale: Bowes West Circular
  11. St Laurence Church

    Add Hidden Heritage - Durham Cathedral to St Laurence Church to your Itinerary

    Hidden Heritage - Durham Cathedral to St Laurence Church

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    Walking Route

    Durham City

    A terrific walk / cycle route from Durham Cathedral to St Laurence Church, Pittington.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Hidden Heritage - Durham Cathedral to St Laurence Church
  12. Walking on the Durham Heritage Coast

    Add Dawdon Heritage Coastal Footpath to your Itinerary

    Dawdon Heritage Coastal Footpath

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    Type:

    Walking Route

    Near Seaham

    The Coastal Footpath passes close by the site of Dawdon Colliery which ceased production in 1991 after which the site was reclaimed. Dawdon was linked underground to the Vane Tempest Colliery in Seaham.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Dawdon Heritage Coastal Footpath
  13. Heugh Lighthouse

    Add The Way of Love to your Itinerary

    The Way of Love

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    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…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for The Way of Love
  14. Durham walking tour app guide

    Add Digital Walking Tour of Durham to your Itinerary

    Digital Walking Tour of Durham

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    Walking Tour

    Durham

    Have fun with a free Durham digital walking tour, while finding out about the city's fascinating heritage.

    Using 360 images, GPS, 3D models and interactive pictures, the Durham walking guide app also poses a series of quiz questions, turning a walk…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Digital Walking Tour of Durham
  15. Greenwell Walk

    Add Greenwell Walk to your Itinerary

    Greenwell Walk

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    Lanchester, Durham

    Discover the beautiful scenery and rich heritage of Lanchester Parish. Distance: 5 Miles

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Greenwell Walk
  16. Battle of Nevilles Cross Walk Route

    Add Battle of Neville's Cross Walk Route to your Itinerary

    Battle of Neville's Cross Walk Route

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    Type:

    Walking Route

    Durham

    It is hoped that this circular walk will help bring to life for you the Battle of Neville's Cross in 1346.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Battle of Neville's Cross Walk Route
  17. Tees Railway Path

    Add Tees Railway Path to your Itinerary

    Tees Railway Path

    Type

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    Cycle Route

    Middleton in Teesdale

    This route is set in the attractive countryside of Teesdale, within the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The path starts just outside Middleton-in-Teesdale, passing the picturesque villages of Mickleton and Romaldkirk.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Tees Railway Path
  18. Castle Eden Denemouth Heritage Coastal Footpath

    Add Castle Eden Denemouth Heritage Coastal Footpath to your Itinerary

    Castle Eden Denemouth Heritage Coastal Footpath

    Type

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    Walking Route

    South of Horden

    Castle Eden Dene is one of the most important natural areas in the North East. The Dene is a four mile long steep sided valley cut into the Magnesian Limestone. This area is a National Nature Reserve, valued amongst other things for its yew trees.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Castle Eden Denemouth Heritage Coastal Footpath
  19. Hurworth Burn Reservoir.

    Add Walk - Hurworth Burn Reservoir Walk to your Itinerary

    Walk - Hurworth Burn Reservoir Walk

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    Type:

    Walking Route

    Wingate

    One in a series of walks for children, produced by Bright Water Landscape Partnership.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Walk - Hurworth Burn Reservoir Walk
  20. Durham Riverside Walk

    Add Durham Riverside Walk to your Itinerary

    Durham Riverside Walk

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    Type:

    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.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Durham Riverside Walk
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