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  1. Cycling at Hamsterley Forest

    Hamsterley Forest Orange Walk

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    Type:

    Walking Route

    Hamsterley, Bishop Auckland

    A route around the Bedburn valley giving elevated views over the forest and showing varied habitats of mixed woodland.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Hamsterley Forest Orange Walk
  2. High Force Waterfall, blue skies

    High Force and Bowlees Geo Trail

    Type

    Type:

    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.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for High Force and Bowlees Geo Trail
  3. The Teesdale Challenge Walks

    The Teesdale Challenge Walks

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    Middleton In Teesdale

    Teesdale Challenge Walks are a series of walks in Upper Teesdale, they range in difficulty from easy, family orientated walks through to 19 mile hikes.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for The Teesdale Challenge Walks
  4. Greenwell Walk

    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 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Greenwell Walk
  5. Limestone Linx Fossil Trail in Yellow

    Fossil Trail

    Type

    Type:

    Cycle Route

    Coxhoe, 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 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Fossil Trail
  6. Battle of Nevilles Cross Walk Route

    Battle of Neville's Cross Walk Route

    Type

    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 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Battle of Neville's Cross Walk Route
  7. Crowtrees Local Nature Reserve Walk/Cycle Route

    Crowtrees Local Nature Reserve Walk/Cycle Route

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    Durham

    Crowtrees Local Nature Reserve is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), Local Wildlife Site, and is UK Woodland Assurance Scheme certified. Habitats include grassland, scrub and wetland. Horses and cyclists are allowed on the cycle path.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Crowtrees Local Nature Reserve Walk/Cycle Route
  8. Middleton in Teesdale

    Middleton-in-Teesdale to Kirkcarrion

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    Type:

    Walking Route

    Middleton in Teesdale

    A walk which comes with a legend. Bridge Street leads downhill to cross the River Tees on the old county bridge built in the early 19th century.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Middleton-in-Teesdale to Kirkcarrion
  9. Flowers, Bullrushes, Grass, Trees

    Ferryhill Carrs & Thrislington Circular Walk

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    Ferryhill

    Follow the path of the ancient glacier to discover two protected reserves.  A Discover Brightwater Walk suitable for Children/Families.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Ferryhill Carrs & Thrislington Circular Walk
  10. Coxhoe Quarry Wood Local Nature Reserve Walk

    Coxhoe Quarry Wood Local Nature Reserve Walk

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    Durham

    Coxhoe Quarry Wood is a Local Nature Reserve, Local Wildlife Site and is UK Woodland Assurance Scheme certified. Habitats include grassland, woodland and scrub.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Coxhoe Quarry Wood Local Nature Reserve Walk
  11. Teesdale Way: Middleton In Teesdale - Abbey Bridge, Barnard Castle

    Teesdale Way: Middleton In Teesdale - Abbey Bridge, Barnard Castle

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    Barnard Castle

    Middleton - Cotherstone 7.5km
    Cotherstone - Abbey Bridge 5.5km

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Teesdale Way: Middleton In Teesdale - Abbey Bridge, Barnard Castle
  12. Explore the North East the Active Way Poster

    Go Smarter, Go Active Travel Itineraries

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    Family Fun

    Get out and about in beautiful Durham!

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Go Smarter, Go Active Travel Itineraries
  13. Durham City North Walk

    Durham City North Walk

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    Durham

    This riverside and farmland walk is 7.4 kilometres (4.5 miles) in length and will take up to 3 hours. The route follows surfaced paths or roads and can be undertaken without walking boots at all times of the year.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Durham City North Walk
  14. Limestone LinX Map

    Cold Knuckles Connection

    Type

    Type:

    Cycle Route

    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 2026to31 Dec 2026
    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Cold Knuckles Connection
  15. A wall sculpture at Easington

    Nose's Point Local Nature Reserve Walk

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    Nose's Point is a double Site of Special Scientific Interest for its geology and ecology. There is much to explore and discover here with easy to follow paths, stunning scenery, poetry, artworks and plenty more.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Nose's Point Local Nature Reserve Walk
  16. Walking in the North Pennines

    Wearhead Walk - The River Starts Here

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    Bishop Auckland

    A 1⁄2 mile stroll in upland countryside.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Wearhead Walk - The River Starts Here
  17. Derwent Reservoir County Durham

    Derwent Reservoir - Walks, Rides and Wildlife

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    Type:

    Nature Trail

    Consett

    Derwent Reservoir is within the North Pennines National Landscape and, after Kielder, is the second largest reservoir in the region. There is a multi-user path from Pow Hill Country Park (south shore) to the dam at the eastern end of the reservoir…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Derwent Reservoir - Walks, Rides and Wildlife
  18. Lanchester Roman Walk

    Lanchester Roman Walk

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    Durham

    A 5 mile, moderate circular walk crossing the line of The Dere Street Roman Road and the site of Longovicium Roman Fort. There are varied surfaces with one short incline and can be wet underfoot in parts.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Lanchester Roman Walk
  19. Fishburn front street, Tree, village green, houses, road

    Fishburn & Bishop Middleham Circular Walk

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    Fishburn

    Experience this rare landscape and ancient species, and journey through the first stronghold of the Prince Bishops.  A Discover Brightwater walk suitable for children/families.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Fishburn & Bishop Middleham Circular Walk
  20. Cycle Path at Castle Eden

    Three Rivers Cycle Route Haswell to Hartlepool National Route 14

    Type

    Type:

    Cycle Route

    Haswell

    The Haswell to Wingate section (5 miles) is shared with National Route 1. It continues on its mostly off-road route following a disused railway path, gently climbing down through Castle Eden to Crimdon before continuing towards Hartlepool (10 miles).

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Three Rivers Cycle Route Haswell to Hartlepool National Route 14
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