Things to Do
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- Type: *All Activities
- Location: Durham Coast
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Number of results: 42
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Dawdon Heritage Coastal Footpath
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Walking Route
Near Seaham
The Coastal Footpath passes close by the site of Dawdon Colliery which ceased production in 1991 after which the site was reclaimed. Dawdon was linked underground to the Vane Tempest Colliery in Seaham.
Easington - Connecting the Coast
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Walking Route
Easington
Explore the Easington Local Nature Reserve, stopping to admire the memorial garden. In the summer listen for skylarks and look out for the Durham Argus Butterfly.
Sharpley Springs Golf Club
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Golf Course
Seaham
Set in beautiful rolling countryside and boasting panoramic sea views, Sharpley Golf Course, with Driving Range, is an absolute pleasure to play - a challenging Par 71, Sharpley has many unusual water features and established greens.
RSPB Saltholme
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Outdoor and Wildlife Activity
Middlesbrough
RSPB Saltholme is the perfect place if you’re new to birdwatching or want to get out in nature. Our family-friendly wetlands have a helpful visitor's centre and hides which let you get up close to water rail, avocet and terns, plus a cafe, play area…
Awards
- Visit England VAQAS 2021
- Regional and Miscellaneous VisitEngland Gold Accolade 2023
- Visit England VAQAS 2021
Adventure Access Seaham
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Wellness Activity
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
•…Dalton-le-Dale and Dawdon - Connecting the Coast
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Walking Route
Seaham
Explore Dawdon Dene, visit the Norman Church of St Andrew and Dalden Tower, a former medieval manor house.
Castle Eden Denemouth Heritage Coastal Footpath
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Walking Route
South of Horden
Castle Eden Dene is one of the most important natural areas in the North East. The Dene is a four mile long steep sided valley cut into the Magnesian Limestone. This area is a National Nature Reserve, valued amongst other things for its yew trees.
Nose's Point Local Nature Reserve Walk
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Walking Route
Nose's Point is a double Site of Special Scientific Interest for its geology and ecology. There is much to explore and discover here with easy to follow paths, stunning scenery, poetry, artworks and plenty more.
Seaham - Connecting the Coast
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Walking Route
Seaham
Explore Rockhouse Dene, look out for sculptures and memorials, and enjoy fabulous coastal views before stopping for a cuppa in Seaham or at the marina.
The Way of Love
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Religious Activity
The Way of Love follows the influence of three of the most important female figures in the establishment of Christianity in England - St Hilda, St Helena and St Mary Magdalene - whilst mixing maritime and mining heritage, nationally-important nature…
Horden - Connecting the Coast
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Walking Route
Horden
From Horden train station you can connect with the coastal walks and visit the iconic Little Tern sculpture or explore the Limekiln Gill Local Nature Reserve.
Noses Point - Connecting the Coast
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Walking Route
Seaham
The walk at Nose’s Point is accessible for most people, it has a firm surface and gentle gradients, and no steps, stiles or barriers. It offers fabulous views of the coast.
Seaham Heritage Trail
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Walking
Seaham
This walk provides opportunities to explore Seaham and the Marina where there are a number of places to have a coffee or a meal or simply enjoy the view with an ice cream. Cafés, bars and small shops are plentiful along North Terrace and the Marina.…
Easington Colliery to Haswell Cycle Route
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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.
Crimdon - Connecting the Coast
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Walking Route
Crimdon
Take a relaxing stroll to admire the flowers and butterflies on the Hart to Haswell disused railway line, visit Crimdon Dene and admire the viaduct, then enjoy a cuppa at the Dunes Café.
Parkland at Dalton Park
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Walking
Seaham
Some people love to shop while others long for the great outdoors – at Dalton Park you can have it all! Once you’ve explored the bright and airy shopping malls of Dalton Park you can also discover 55 acres of landscaped Parkland that are opposite…
Dalton-le-Dale and Dawdon - Durham Heritage Coast Walk
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Walking Route
Seaham
This walk takes us through Dalton-le Dale towards Dawdon with the option of visiting Noses’ Point and links to Durham’s Coastal Footpath. This walk is truly a journey through time from early Saxon settlements to industrial developments.
Sharpley Springs Fly Fishery
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Fishing
Seaham
Located in the beautiful Seaham countryside, our spring water fishery provides a scenic and tranquil location for anglers to enjoy fly fishing with a variety of blue, brown and rainbow trout stocked lakes.
Durham Heritage Coast Walk
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Walking Route
Seaham
The clifftop coastal footpath of Durham's Heritage Coast is a treat for nature lovers. This once coal scarred landscape has been lovingly restored to thriving coastal grassland, home to wild flora and fauna and with beautiful views.
Dalton Moor Farm - School of Sustainable Living & Wellbeing
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Art and Craft Activity
Dalton le Dale, Seaham
At Dalton Moor Farm, School of Sustainable Living & Wellbeing, whether you want to learn how to forage for wild food, weave a willow basket, learn more about the farm on a guided farm tour, find your rhythm at a drum circle, howl at the full moon,…