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Walking in the North Pennines
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Walking
Stanhope
The North Pennines have 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.
Seaham Harbour Marina
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Marina
Seaham
The multi award-winning Seaham Marina is County Durham's one and only marina. The marina provides facilities for 96 boats and is home to a fantastic selection of local businesses. From cafes serving delicious homemade cakes to physiotherapy and…
The Coach House Shop at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
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Collection Service
Staindrop
Complete your day by heading to the Coach House Shop at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens. In our beautiful retail space, you’ll find a curated selection of homeware and gifts displayed on reclaimed furniture from across the estate.
Gruffalo Sculptures at Hamsterley
Type
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…
The Weardale Railway - The Auckland Project
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Railway
Stanhope
Take a ride on the Weardale Railway heritage passenger service to enjoy stunning views of Weardale, a National Landscape, and explore the historic market towns of Wolsingham and Stanhope.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025

- Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025
The Story
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Heritage / Visitor Centre
South Road, Durham
The Story offers a gateway to the history of County Durham and its people. Bringing together our diverse collections of records and objects for the first time, The Story charts thousands of years of everyday life in the county.
Grassholme Waterside Park Fishery
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Fishing
Mickleton
Grassholme Waterside Park offers fishing in beautiful surroundings for fly and bait anglers. The fishery enjoys lots of open space and is well stocked with rainbow trout.
Dalton Park Outlet & Outdoors
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Shopping Centre
Seaham
The biggest outlet shopping centre in the North East, with over 65 outlet shops, 10 cafes & restaurants and 7 screen cinema.
Beamish - The Living Museum of the North
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Museum
Beamish
Discover an amazing journey through time at Beamish Museum as you travel back in time to the 1820s, early 1900s, 1940s and 1950s and become immersed in real, living history.
Awards
- Visit England VAQAS 2021

- Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Tourism Awards - Large Visitor Attraction of the Year Award - Highly Commended 2020

- Visit England VisitEngland Award for Excellence Bronze 2016

- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021

- Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025 2025

- Visit England VAQAS 2021
Serenity Spa at Seaham Hall
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Type:
Spa and Relaxation
Seaham
Whether you are staying overnight or visiting for the day take a little time for you and luxuriate at the tranquil Serenity Spa, the perfect environment to relax and escape the complications of the modern world.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Good Spa Guide Luxury 5 Bubble Spa 2023

- AA AA - 5 Star Red Award 2023

- AA AA Notable Wine List Award 2023

- Regional and Miscellaneous Boutique Hotelier- Best Boutique Spa 2023 2023

- Regional and Miscellaneous Good Spa Guide Luxury 5 Bubble Spa 2023
Durham Cathedral
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Cathedral / Minister
Durham City
Thought by many to be the finest example of Norman church architecture in England, with the tombs of St Cuthbert and The Venerable Bede. Please check opening times before travelling.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021

- Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025 2025

- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
Redhills Durham Miners Hall
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Type:
Indoor Attraction
Durham City
Redhills Durham Miners Hall is a vibrant hub of community activity, preserving the rich history of the mining industry while also inspiring future generations. Step inside this beautifully refurbished, nationally important building with our new…
Broom Mill Farm Shop
Type
Type:
Farm Shop
West Auckland, Bishop Auckland
Set in the Co. Durham countryside near Bishop Auckland, Broom Mill Farm is a family-run farm with roots stretching back to 1987. The farm is known for its commitment to quality food, sustainability and a true 'field to fork' ethos.
Grassholme Reservoir
Type
Type:
Outdoor and Wildlife Activity
Barnard Castle
Grassholme Waterside Park is a place that captures your imagination and lets it run wild, for you to make your perfect day out.
Balderhead Reservoir Wild Brown Trout Fishery
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Type:
Fishery
Baldersdale
Balderhead Reservoir is one of the best wild brown trout fisheries in the country, offering fantastic scenery of the North Pennine Grouse Moors.
Auckland Palace Deer House and Park
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Type:
Historic Site
Bishop Auckland
A charming Gothic Revival 'eyecatcher' built in 1760 in the park of the Bishops of Durham.
The Bowes Museum
Type
Type:
Museum
Barnard Castle
There’s always something great to see and do at The Bowes Museum. With more than 58,000 items in this Museum of artists, designers and makers, there are treasures at every turn.
Awards
- Visit England VAQAS 2021

- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021

- Visit England VisitEngland Award Quality Food and Drink 2023 2023

- Visit England Visitor Ready 2025

- Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025

- Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025 2025

- Visit England VAQAS 2021
Durham Cathedral Tours
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Type:
Cathedral / Minister
Durham City
Discover the hidden history of Durham Cathedral with one of our regular guided tours. Tours are available Monday to Saturday and last for approximately 1 hour. Tickets can be purchased from the Information Desk at the back of the Cathedral on the…
The Plotters' Forest at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
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Type:
Adventure Park / Playground
Staindrop
The Plotters’ Forest is an immersive outdoor playground located in a magical Christmas Tree Plantation at Raby Castle.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025

- Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025
Bishop Auckland Town Hall
Type
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Theatre
Bishop Auckland
Bishop Auckland Town Hall is a multi-purpose cultural venue situated in Bishop Auckland market place. It offers regular art exhibitions, live music, theatre and films as well as a café, and a library with free internet access and local history…


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