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- Proximity: Within 10 miles of Bishop Auckland
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Bishop Auckland/Brandon Loop Cycle Route
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Cycle Route
A688, Bishop Auckland
Bishop Auckland/Brandon Loop is a 17 mile intermediate cycle route, mostly off-road. It is marked on the Durham County Council South Durham Cycle Map as CDS3.
The Knitting Gift Shop
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Independent Shop / Local
Willington
We are primarily a gift shop with a range of luxury knitting hampers featuring our kits alongside lots of other knitting related goodies, many of them unique and made for us by local craftspeople and artisans.
The Auckland Project - No 42 Gallery and Shop
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Gallery
Bishop Auckland
No.42 is home to The Auckland Project’s Art, Social History Collection and Future Plans Exhibition. Here you can see some of the intriguing objects and archives that The Auckland Project holds, as well as hearing some of the fascinating oral…
Great Aycliffe Way
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Accessible Walks
Newton Aycliffe
The original route of the Great Aycliffe Way was compiled in 1998 to commemorate 50 years since the designation of the new town of Newton Aycliffe. A second route was added to the South of the original in 2008 to take the rest of the residential…
Mining Art Gallery - The Auckland Project
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Gallery
Bishop Auckland
With three permanent rooms and one temporary exhibition space on the ground floor, the gallery explores working life in the coal mines through original artefacts and artworks by prominent mining artists such as Tom McGuinness and Norman Cornish.
The Spanish Gallery - The Auckland Project
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Gallery
Bishop Auckland
The Spanish Gallery is unique in Britain, telling the story of the Spanish Golden Age in the 16th and 17th centuries.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Trip Advisor Travellers Choice 2023 2023
Bishop Auckland Trail - Long
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Walking Route
Bishop Auckland
This Walk is a medium grade 4 1/2 miles (7 1/4 km) through peaceful countryside and woodland, including Auckland Castle and Binchester Roman Fort. This should take 2 – 2 1/2 hours.
The Manor House Hotel Spa
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Spa and Relaxation
Bishop Auckland
At The Manor Spa, we believe It's All About You, which is why our spa days and spa breaks are tailored to your needs.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Good Spa Guide 5 Bubble Spa 2024
DLI Collection at Sevenhills
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Military
Spennymoor
The Durham Light Infantry Collection has moved to Sevenhills at Spennymoor. The dedicated research and study area is open by appointment Tuesday and Thursdays, 10 am – 3 pm. Appointments can also be made to view objects.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021
Walk - Locomotion & Historic Shildon
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Walking Route
Shildon
Discover the coming of the railways in the world’s first railway town, one in a series of walks for children produced by Bright Water Landscape Partnership.
Balefire
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Food/Drink Producer
Newton Aycliffe
At Balefire HQ we craft our small batch hot sauce prioritising the art of fermentation to balance taste and heat. We use pro-biotic fermentation techniques to age the chilli for several weeks, we then blend that with craft beer and a touch of…
The Castle Chare Fountain
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Landmark
Bishop Auckland
A 19th century water fountain built by a movement against alcohol has been returned to its former glory as part of a heritage project.
BACCANALIA
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Festival & Events Organisers
Bishop Auckland
Baccanalia produces festivals and events in South Durham, offering premier experiences in social revelry and creative entertainment. We have loads going on from Cultural Festivals to Cabaret Nights with something for everyone.
Binchester Roman Fort
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Castle / Fort
Bishop Auckland
Remains of Commandant's house and neighbouring bath-house containing one of the best preserved examples of a hypocaust (underfloor heating system) in the whole of Britain.
Escomb Walk
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Walking Route
Escomb, Bishop Auckland
This Route is a relatively easy 5 mile (8 1/4 km) walk that should take 2 1/2 hours taking in Escomb Saxon Church and The River Wear.
Bishop Auckland Town Hall
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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…
Auckland Castle Deer House and Park
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Historic Site
Bishop Auckland
A charming Gothic Revival 'eyecatcher' built in 1760 in the park of the Bishops of Durham.
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 2021
- Green Awards Green Tourism - Silver 2024
H2O Riders
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Watersports Centre
Witton-le-Wear
Embark on an unforgettable outdoors adventure with paddle boarding, kayaking, or a thrilling water bike ride at the premier water sports hire centre at Witton Castle Activity Lake in County Durham.
The Norman Cornish Art Trail
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Type:
Guided Tour
Spennymoor
Covering an approximate distance of 1.5 miles (2.4km) and a moderate 50 mins walk, The Norman Cornish Trail allows you to follow in the artist's footsteps and identify the locations of many of most iconic works.