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Durham boasts rivers, reservoirs and coast - so whether you enjoy fishing, sea angling, sailing or canoeing, you're sure to find something to whet your appetite.
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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…
Walking Route
Ferryhill
Follow the path of the ancient glacier to discover two protected reserves. A Discover Brightwater Walk suitable for Children/Families.
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.
Walking Route
Wolsingham
A 5.75 mile circular walk from the village of Wolsingham with moderate climbs and breathtaking views.
Natural Feature
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.
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.
Family Fun
Durham City
Visitors to Wharton Park in Durham City can enjoy new and exciting adventures with the launch of an interactive mobile app, a free app which can be downloaded for both Android and iPhone.
Walking Route
Durham City
A terrific walk / cycle route from Durham Cathedral to St Laurence Church, Pittington.
Cycle Route
Easington Colliery
A 4 mile linear cycle route from Easington Colliery to Haswell taking in some of the film location for Billy Elliot.
Church / Chapel
Wingate
Holy Trinity Church, Wingate was built in 1841, just 2 years after the first shaft was sunk for Wingate Grange Colliery in 1839.
Parkland / Woodland Garden
Newton Aycliffe
Aycliffe Nature Park is located to the east of Newton Aycliffe, where a disused railway line crosses under the A167 and is accessed either via Groat Drive or from Travellers Green. The site of Ayciffe nature park is wholly owned by Great Aycliffe…
Cycle Route
Seaham
An on-road cycle route of approx. 12 miles starting from Seaham down to Crimdon following the Durham Heritage Coastline for most of the way.
Cinema
Seaham
Cineworld Multiplex Cinema chain at Dalton Park Shopping Outlet showing the latest international blockbusters in 2D and 3D formats.
Golf Course
Gainford
Located in the Durham dales in the North East, and set over rolling pastureland around the Hall gardens this enjoyable and challenging course features an abundance of natural features including rig & fur, woodland, streams and ponds.
Walking Route
Sedgefield
Rediscover nature with a walk through wetlands, woods and wildlife, one in a series of walks for children, produced by Bright Water Landscape Partnership
Viewpoint
Durham
Far fewer people will have enjoyed an equally impressive view from South Street in the city centre. A short, steep climb up this lovely street is rewarded by an almost eye level view across the river gorge towards the magnificently proportioned west…
Walking Route
Stanhope Chase, Peterlee
The Yew Tree Walk - 2 miles (3.5km) between 1.5 - 2.5 hours. Follow the Yew markers. Not suitable for pushchairs. Sturdy footwear recommended. Steep in places. Avoid visiting during high winds. Disabled access is very limited due to natural features.
National Trust
Durham City
The medieval hall merges into a Jacobean manor house, which in turn merges into a Georgian town house, reflecting its development over the centuries. The Hall provides a spectacular backdrop to the stunning 10-acre gardens, paddock and fields,…
Garden
Gateshead
Discover fine Derwent Valley views, winding paths and refreshing open spaces. Escape along the avenue and around the gardens for miles of tranquil walks and picnic spots or enjoy family fun at Strawberry Castle play area.
Family Activity Centre
Durham City
Bertie's Play Village is a children’s stay-and-play facility that offers children, parents and families a place to take a break from their shopping trip at Prince Bishops Place.
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