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Attraction
Near Witton Gilbert
Fun Adventure Farm. Woodland trails and adventure activities for all the family. Farm butchery. Coffee shop.
Walking Route
In its entirety, the Teesdale Way is a 92 mile route which follows the River Tees from its source at Dufton in Cumbria to the sea at South Gare in Teesside. In Durham the walk spans from Langdon Beck to Piercebridge.
Cycle Route
Seaham
The vast majority of the cycleway between Seaham and Stockton (22 miles) consists of traffic-free disused railway paths and is part of a National Cycle Network Route 1 that links Dover and the Shetland Islands mainly via the East Coast.
Collection Service
Staindrop
Our Stables Shop at Raby Castle ia full of quality gifts and homeware, you are always guaranteed to find something unique. From beautiful cards to books, games and foodie treats, there is something for everyone
Outdoor Adventure Activities
Some of the darkest skies in England are found in the North Pennines. Much of the area is remote, wild countryside with little development and the views of the night sky are second to none.
Watersports Centre
Seaham Harbour Marina, Seaham
Adventure Access Activities include-
Stand Up paddle Boarding - Kayaking - Dragon Boating - Open Canoeing
Coastal or River!
For groups such as-
• DRAGON BOAT RACING • DURHAM CITY PADDLING
• PADDLE AND BRUNCH • SUNRISE PADDLE AND BREAKFAST
•…
Activity Centre
Houghton-le-Spring
We provide tailor made outdoor education solutions for everyone.
Cycle Route
Stanley
The Beamish Loop is a 7 mile challenging cycle route off and on-road. It is marked on the Durham County Council North Durham Cycle Map as CDN6.
Attraction
Barnard Castle
Come for a leisurely wander around our farm and make friends with our wonderful animals.
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…
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…
Church / Chapel
Durham
The Church in the Marketplace of Durham City.
Castle / Fort
Staindrop
The Rising is an ambitious development at Raby Castle.
Think acres of unexpected elegance, complete with heritage buildings, remodelled gardens, stylish shopping and local food that’s as fresh as it gets.
Church / Chapel
Durham
Grade 2 listed Bethel chapel, which is now a Methodist Church dates back to 1853.
Walking Route
Shincliffe
Shincliffe Walks - Walk 3: Schools, Collieries and Lepers. Walk 3 in a series of 5 walks through delightful countryside with extensive views, rich with wildlife and historical association.
Horse Riding
Bishop Auckland
Enjoy miles of waymarked horse-riding routes that let you explore the heart of this beautiful forest. Please note, dedicated horse box parking is located in the Grove car park, 2 miles along the Forest Drive from the Bedburn entrance.
Cycle Route
Durham
Pleasant bike ride from Durham City to Haswell taking in the beautiful River Wear and Countryside scenery.
Walking Route
Horden Grasslands is a Local Nature Reserve and is UK Woodland Assurance Scheme certified, within Durham Heritage Coast. Habitats include grassland, scrub and woodland. The one-mile linear route takes you next to the grassland and the clifftops.
Abbey / Priory
Durham City
The very extensive remains of a 13thC priory, founded on the site of a retired pirate's hermitage.
Walking Route
Bishop Auckland
This three and a half mile walk travels in a anti-clockwise direction, commencing from and returning to the Hollymoor car park.
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