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  1. Meeting of the Waters

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    Meeting of the Waters at Abbey Bridge

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    Barnard Castle

    The Rivers Tees and Greta join together at a local beauty spot called “The Meeting of the Waters” not far from the elegant Rokeby Hall and Gardens in Teesdale. The Teesdale Way public footpath can be accessed on the south side of Abbey Bridge…

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  2. The Witham lit up at night

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    The Witham

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    Barnard Castle

    The Witham is a community venue for theatre, music, art and social events, facilities range from the architecturally award-winning café bar to a fully-renovated Victorian music hall.

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2019TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  3. Barnard Castle

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    Barnard Castle

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    Barnard Castle

    A spectacular fortress set on a high rock above the market town, Barnard Castle takes you back to the 12th century. Spot Richard III’s boar emblem carving, enjoy the sensory garden and stunning views of this riverside location.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2022 2022TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2022
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  4. Egglestone Abbey

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    Picnic Spot - Egglestone Abbey

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    Abbey / Priory

    Bowes Village, Barnard Castle

    Medieval monastic communities probably did not have much free time to enjoy picnics but the legacy they left behind in terms of beautiful abbeys and churches beckon the modern visitor. In the 13th century the Premonstratensian Canons, or “white…

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  5. Egglestone Abbey

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    Egglestone Abbey

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    Barnard Castle

    Charming ruins of Premonstratensian Abbey and picnic area in a picturesque location on the River Tees.

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  6. Exterior view of The Bowes Museum and surrounding gardens

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1824 reviews1824 reviews

    The Bowes Museum

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    Barnard Castle

    There’s always something great to see and do at The Bowes Museum.  With more than 50,000 items in this Museum of artists, designers and makers, there are treasures at every turn.

    Awards

    • Visit England VAQAS 2021VAQAS
    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Visit England VisitEngland Award Quality Food and Drink 2023 2023VisitEngland Award Quality Food and Drink 2023

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  7. St Mary's Barnard Castle with Whorlton

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    St Mary's Barnard Castle with Whorlton

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    Barnard Castle

    St. Mary's Barnard Castle with Whorlton is a place of Peace, Worship and Spirituality situated in the Heart of Teesdale.

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  8. The Bowes Museum Durham

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    A couple's luxury escape to the countryside

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    Experience the true treasures of Teesdale as you criss-cross the stunning river valley vistas that meander around the River Tees.

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  1. Bowes Castle

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    Bowes Castle

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    Barnard Castle

    The impressive ruins of Henry II's 12thC tower keep, set within the earthworks of a Roman fort guarding the strategic Stainmore Pass over the Pennines.

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  2. Wetheriggs Animal Rescue at Thorpe Farm Centre

    Greta Bridge

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  3. Eggleston Hall Nursery and Gardens

    Barnard Castle

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  4. Rokeby Park

    Barnard Castle

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  1. St Brandon's Church

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    Brancepeth

    St Brandon's Church is set in the beautiful village of Brancepeth, having been recently restored after a devastating fire in 1998. As well as being the Parish Church for the Brancepeth area it is also available for use as a concert venue.

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  2. Middleton in Teesdale

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    Whistle Crag (Near Middleton-in-Teesdale)

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    Middleton-in-Teesdale

    Easily accessed viewing point with stunning and wide reaching views across Teesdale. Ideal spot to capture the typical dales landscape of the North Pennine Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty including drystone walls, scattered settlements and open…

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  3. Auckland Castle chapel county durham

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    Auckland Castle - The Auckland Project

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    Bishop Auckland

    Positioned high above the meandering River Wear, Auckland Castle was once home to the Prince Bishops of Durham, and was the place where they entertained, hunted and worshipped.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous Trip Advisor Travellers Choice 2023 2023Trip Advisor Travellers Choice 2023
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  4. High Force Waterfall

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1319 reviews1319 reviews

    High Force Waterfall

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    Forest in Teesdale

    High Force is one of the most impressive waterfalls in England. The River Tees has been plunging into this gorge for thousands of years but the rocks it reveals are far more ancient – with origins dating back over 300 million yrs.

    Awards

    • Visit England VAQAS 2021VAQAS
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  5. Weardale Museum and High House Chapel

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 36 reviews36 reviews

    Weardale Museum

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    Ireshopeburn

    Small but fascinating volunteer run folk museum with an amazing collection including the beautiful Weardale Tapestry, displays on mining,a mineral collection and the finds from St Botolph's Chapel, Frosterley.Also a display commemorating the lives…

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  6. Low Barns Nature Reserve and Visitor Centre

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 97 reviews97 reviews

    Low Barns Nature Reserve and Visitor Centre

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    Witton-le-Wear

    One of our region’s most important wildlife sites, this wetland reserve, bordered by the River Wear, also contains mixed woodlands and species rich grasslands.

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    Ankers House and St Mary & St Cuthbert's Church

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    Chester-le-Street

    The cathedral church and shrine of St Cuthbert from AD883 to 995 with attached anchorage containing displays on Roman, Saxon and medieval times.

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  8. Hardwick Park at sunset

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    Hardwick Park

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    Sedgefield

    This VisitEngland accredited attraction is an 18th Century parkland featuring beautiful views, rich heritage, archaeological remains and ecological diversity - a remarkable place to visit. The park is open daily with events held throughout the year.…

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    • Visit England VAQAS 2021VAQAS
    • Visit England Quality Assured Visitor Attraction 2017Quality Assured Visitor Attraction
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