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Cycle Route
Weardale, Tow Law
A moderate 21 mile loop taking in Wolsingham and The Weardale Railway.
Cycle Route
Stanhope, Bishop Auckland
A 35 mile circular cycle route from Stanhope to Killhope and back again. Breathtaking views, breathtaking hills.
Fishery
Baldersdale
Cow Green Reservoir is one of the best wild brown trout fishery in the country offering fantastic scenery of the North Pennine grouse moors.
Walking Route
Durham
Coxhoe Quarry Wood is a Local Nature Reserve, Local Wildlife Site and is UK Woodland Assurance Scheme certified. Habitats include grassland, woodland and scrub.
Cycle Route
Consett
The Satley Loop is a 19 mile intermediate cycle route along minor roads and country lanes with 2 crossings of the A68. It is marked on the Durham County Council North Durham Cycle Map as CDN1.
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.
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.
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.
Municipal Park
Consett
Blackhill and Consett Park is located in the Blackhill conservation area.
Buy Online
Darlington
If you're planning to be a regular visitor to Raby Estate, it makes perfect sense to buy a Raby Membership. This means you can call in as often as you like - plan visits with the family, or just call in on a whim when you have an hour or two to…
Walking Tour
Durham
The Durham Mystery Treasure Trail is certainly a unique way to explore! Suitable for anyone aged between 6 &106. Can you follow the route and crack the clues to to solve the mystery on this self guided Treasure Trail?
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.
Food/Drink Producer
Durham
England’s first smooth dry mustard was developed by Mrs Clements of Durham in 1720. You may associate Norfolk with mustard; however, it was here in Durham where dry mustard powder was originally created.
Anya Kirkby, owner of Durham Mustard, is…
Walking Route
Limekiln Gill is a Local Nature Reserve which is UK Woodland Assurance Scheme certified and a Special Area of Conservation within Durham Heritage Coast.
Spa and Relaxation
Darlington
At Hall Garth Hotel & Country Club we take your leisure time very seriously and feel that our fantastic health and fitness facilities, combined with the very highest standard of personal service will meet your every expectation.
Nature Reserve
Horden
This coastal site has impressive views to the north and south. On a clear day, you will be able to see all the way to North Yorkshire.
Walking Tours
Rothbury
Shepherds Walks Holidays offer you a truly unique experience and it is our aim that you enjoy a hassle free, quality walking holiday.
Cycle Route
Barnard Castle
This 6 mile route takes you into the spectacular Hudeshope Valley in the North Pennines National Landscape.
Shop
Durham City
Enjoy a unique shopping experience in one of the most remarkable, intact, monastic, vaulted undercrofts in the UK. Browse a range of seasonal and locally sourced products.
Landmark
A local landmark is the Rookhope Arch at Lintzgarth, a few hundred yards west up the valley; one of the few remaining parts of the 2 miles (3.2 km) Rookhope Chimney. This "horizontal" chimney (parallel to the ground, which actually rises steeply to…
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