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Causey Arch and Picnic Area
Type
Type:
Picnic Site
Stanley
Picnic site which is home to the world’s oldest surviving single arch railway bridge.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Bowlees Visitor Centre
Type
Type:
Heritage / Visitor Centre
Newbiggin
Situated amidst stunning woodland, near to Low and High Force waterfalls and surrounded by rolling fields that boast some of the best hay meadows in England, Bowlees Visitor Centre has all you need to make your visit to the North Pennines National…
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to30 Nov 2025
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Tourism Awards - Small Visitor Attraction of the Year Award - Gold 2016
- Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2019
- Visit England Visitor Ready 2024
Castle Eden Dene National Nature Reserve
Type
Type:
Nature Reserve
Peterlee
Castle Eden Dene is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and is home to an extraordinary variety of birds, more than 450 species of plants, and some of our favourite mammals, such as roe deer and fox.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Teesdale Alpacas Farm Visits
Type
Type:
Attraction
Barnard Castle
Come for a leisurely wander around our farm and make friends with our wonderful animals.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2020 2020
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve and Visitor Centre
Type
Type:
Nature Reserve
Chilton Moor, Houghton le Spring
Rainton Meadows was created by the restoration of the Rye Hill Opencast coal mine in 1996 by UK Coal in partnership with Durham Wildlife Trust and the City of Sunderland.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021
Nose’s Point Nature Reserve
Type
Type:
Nature Reserve
Near Seaham
The sea has played a key role in the way Nose’s Point looks and the plants and animals found here, the magnesian limestone bedrock, laid down in an ancient sea, has given rise to a rare form of grassland with unique populations of plants and animals…
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Derwent Waterside Park Fishery
Type
Type:
Fishing
Edmundbyers
Derwent Waterside Park offers fishing in beautiful surroundings for fly and bait anglers. The fishery enjoys lots of open space and is well stocked from its own fish farm.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
RSPB Saltholme
Type
Type:
Nature Reserve
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…
Dates
- From:
- 1 Nov 2024to31 Mar 2025Open 09:30 - 16:00
- From:
- 1 Apr 2025to31 Oct 2025Open 09:30 - 17:00
Awards
- Visit England VAQAS 2021
- Regional and Miscellaneous VisitEngland Gold Accolade 2023
Horden Grasslands Local Nature Reserve
Type
Type:
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.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Magical Waterfall Woods - High Force
Type
Type:
Nature Trail
Forest in Teesdale
A new exploratory trail has been introduced at this local natural landmark to encourage children to engage with nature and see the benefits of outdoor play.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Dinosaur Safari at Hardwick Park
Type
Type:
Walking
Sedgefield
Visitors to Hardwick Park in Sedgefield can enjoy new and exciting adventures with the launch of an interactive mobile app. The free Love Exploring mobile app features digital treasure hunts, suitable for all ages. In one of the most popular,…
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Grassholme Waterside Park Fishery
Type
Type:
Fishing
Mickleton
Grassholme Waterside Park offers fishing in beautiful surroundings for fly and bait anglers. The fishery enjoys lots of open space and is well stocked with rainbow trout.
Dates
- From:
- 12 Mar 2025to31 Oct 2025
Pow Hill Country Park
Type
Type:
Country / Royal Park
Edmundbyers
A moorland country park on the banks of the Derwent Reservoir.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Hardwick Park Sculpture Trail
Type
Type:
Walking Route
Sedgefield
Six wetland-inspired oak pieces, designed and carved by north east artists Lee and Jill Brewster. The artworks, depicting a dragonfly, frog and other wetland animals, were commissioned by the Discover Brightwater Landscape Project team.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Low Force Waterfall
Type
Type:
Natural Feature
Near Middleton-in Teesdale, Barnard Castle
Low Force waterfall is part of the River Tees in beautiful Upper Teesdale. It is easily accessible from Bowlees Visitor Centre.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Weardale Adventures
Type
Type:
Activity Centre
Ireshopeburn
Weardale Adventure Centre offers fun and learning in an area of outstanding natural beauty in County Durham. The centre caters for adults, schools and groups and our experienced and qualified team ensure our guests create memories that last for a…
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Witton Dene Local Nature Reserve Walk
Type
Type:
Walking Route
Durham
Witton Dene Local Nature Reserve is a Local Wildlife Site of Ancient Woodland suitable for walkers and wheelchair users in parts. Witton Dene is a steep-sided wooded dene close to the village of Witton Gilbert. It is an oasis for wildlife.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Blackhall Rocks Local Nature Reserve Walk
Type
Type:
Walking Route
Hartlepool
Blackhall Rocks is a Local Nature Reserve and picnic area within Durham Heritage Coast and is UK Woodland Assurance Scheme certified. Part Site of Special Scientific Interest, Special Area of Conservation.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
North Pennines National Landscape
Type
Type:
Walking Routes
The North Pennines National Landscape incorporates much of the Durham Dales, and is a stunning landscape of open heather moors, dramatic dales, tumbling upland rivers, wonderful woods, close-knit communities, glorious waterfalls, fantastic birds,…
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Seaham Harbour Marina
Type
Type:
Marina
Seaham
The multi award-winning Seaham Marina is County Durham's one and only marina. The marina provides facilities for 96 boats and is home to a fantastic selection of local businesses. From cafes serving delicious homemade cakes to physiotherapy and…
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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