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  1. Lindisfarne

    Add The Way of the Sea to your Itinerary

    The Way of the Sea

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    Religious Activity

    A Northern Saints Trail so epic it combines three others in its course – by stunning coastline and crags, by imposing castles and by standout churches from Lindisfarne to Durham Cathedral.

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  2. Tees Railway Path

    Add Tees Railway Path to your Itinerary

    Tees Railway Path

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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.

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  3. Castle Eden Dene - The Squirrel Walk

    Add Castle Eden Dene - The Squirrel Walk to your Itinerary

    Castle Eden Dene - The Squirrel Walk

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    Walking Route

    Stanhope Chase, Peterlee

    The Squirrel Walk - 1.8 miles (3km) between 1-2 hours. Follow the squirrel markers. Not suitable for pushchairs. Sturdy footwear recommended. Steep in places. Avoid visiting during high winds.

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  4. Cycling at Hamsterley Forest

    Add Hamsterley Forest Orange Walk to your Itinerary

    Hamsterley Forest Orange Walk

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    Walking Route

    Hamsterley, Bishop Auckland

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

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  5. Flowers, Bullrushes, Grass, Trees

    Add Ferryhill Carrs & Thrislington Circular Walk to your Itinerary

    Ferryhill Carrs & Thrislington Circular Walk

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    Walking Route

    Ferryhill

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

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  6. Seaham Marina

    Add Seaham - Connecting the Coast to your Itinerary

    Seaham - Connecting the Coast

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    Walking Route

    Seaham

    Explore Rockhouse Dene, look out for sculptures and memorials, and enjoy fabulous coastal views before stopping for a cuppa in Seaham or at the marina.

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  7. Two people on bikes at the coast

    Add Murton Loop Cycle Route to your Itinerary

    Murton Loop Cycle Route

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    Cycle Route

    Seaham

    A cycle loop from Seaham taking in National Cycle Network 1 (off-road), returning via Cold Hesledon back to Seaham.

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  8. Fly Fishing Tuition River Eden

    Add The Durham Fly Fishing Company to your Itinerary

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    The Durham Fly Fishing Company

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    Fishing

    Hutton Henry

    Fly Fishing Tuition, Guiding, Lessons, Holidays & Tackle on Rivers & Lakes in County Durham and throughout the North of England.

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Visit England Visitor Ready 2025Visitor Ready
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  9. Shincliffe Walks - Walk 4: Railway, Watermill and Woodland

    Add Shincliffe Walks - Walk 4: Railway, Watermill and Woodland to your Itinerary

    Shincliffe Walks - Walk 4: Railway, Watermill and Woodland

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    Walking Route

    Shincliffe

    Shincliffe Walks - Walk 4 of 5 - Railway,Watermill and Woodland.

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  10. The Spa at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

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    The Spa at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

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    Spa and Relaxation

    Durham

    Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa is set within 350 acres of private grounds The bright and modern spa has a thermal suite with two saunas, two steam rooms and a caldarium. Embrace your inner mermaid and dip in and out of the five different pools.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous Good Spa Guide 5 Bubble Spa 2017Good Spa Guide 5 Bubble Spa
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  11. Cycling in Durham

    Add Bishop Auckland to Weardale Cycle Route to your Itinerary

    Bishop Auckland to Weardale Cycle Route

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    Bishop Auckland

    An undulating circular route the length of Weardale with sharp climbs. 65 miles.

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  12. Blue slide at Broom House Forest Adventure.

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    Broom House Farm

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    Adventure Park / Playground

    Near Witton Gilbert

    Fun Adventure Farm. Woodland trails and adventure activities for all the family. Farm butchery. Coffee shop.

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021Northern Saints Trails Passport
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  13. The Retreat Spa Redworth Hall

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    The Retreat at Redworth Hall

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    Spa and Relaxation

    Newton Aycliffe

    Set in the heart of County Durham, The Retreat at Redworth Hall Hotel has undergone an incredible refurbishment programme, designed to significantly enhance its facilities and promote an aura of relaxation.

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Green Awards Green Tourism - Silver 2024Green Tourism - Silver
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  14. Teesdale Way: Middleton In Teesdale - Abbey Bridge, Barnard Castle

    Add Teesdale Way: Middleton In Teesdale - Abbey Bridge, Barnard Castle to your Itinerary

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

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    Walking Route

    Barnard Castle

    Middleton - Cotherstone 7.5km
    Cotherstone - Abbey Bridge 5.5km

    More info for Teesdale Way: Middleton In Teesdale - Abbey Bridge, Barnard Castle
  15. Tommy statue at sunset

    Add Eleven-O-One to your Itinerary

    Eleven-O-One

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    Public Art

    Seaham

    Tommy is a statue of a Great War soldier by artist Ray Lonsdale. Displayed close to Seaham war memorial, on Terrace Green by the seafront in Seaham, County Durham.  It depicts a First World War soldier, wearing boots, puttees, greatcoat and tin hat,…

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  16. St Cuthbert's Church

    Add St Cuthbert's Catholic Church to your Itinerary

    St Cuthbert's Catholic Church

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    Church / Chapel

    Durham

    St Cuthbert's Church is a Roman Catholic parish church in Durham, England. It was opened on 31 May 1827 to replace two previous chapels, one run by the secular clergy and the other by the Jesuits

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  17. Hunwick country lane.

    Add Hunwick Village Short Walk - Heritage Walk 1 to your Itinerary

    Hunwick Village Short Walk - Heritage Walk 1

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    Walking Route

    Hunwick

    A gentle walk around Hunwick Village. 2.5 miles.

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  18. Balderhead Reservoir Trout Fishery

    Add Teesdale Reservoirs Walk to your Itinerary

    Teesdale Reservoirs Walk

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    Baldersdale

    This 12.6km walk, starting at Balderhead Reservoir, offers an invigorating walk with stunning views of three of Northumbrian Water’s six reservoirs in Teesdale.

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  19. St Margaret of Antioch Church

    Add St Margaret of Antioch Church to your Itinerary

    St Margaret of Antioch Church

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    Church / Chapel

    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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  20. Escomb Saxon Church

    Add Escomb, Witton Park and Etherley to your Itinerary

    Escomb, Witton Park and Etherley

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    Walking Route

    Escomb, Bishop Auckland

    Escomb, Witton Park and Etherley; Iron, Steam, Coal and Countryside - A Mineral Valleys Project Walk of approximately 5 miles/8 kilometres of moderate grade.

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