County Durham - Countryside Guide
Sightseeing
One of the UK's hidden gems - Historic Durham boasts a Norman Cathedral & Castle, one of the world's top Universities, fantastic riverside walks and a vibrant food/drinks scene
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Durham
One of the UK's hidden gems - Historic Durham boasts a Norman Cathedral & Castle, one of the world's top Universities, fantastic riverside walks and a vibrant food/drinks scene
Brancepeth Castle
- Perfect place to visit for a snapshot of local history.
Visit Hartlepool and find out why locals are referred to as 'Monkey Hangers'. Top attractions include the Historic Quay and Headland.
Hartlepool Sea Front
Visit Hartlepool and find out why locals are referred to as 'Monkey Hangers'. Top attractions include the Historic Quay and Headland.
- Captain Cook and HMS Trincomalee, more reasons to visit the Hartlepool Historic Quay.
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Nationaal Museum van de Koninklijke Marine Hartlepool
Maritime Avenue- Captain Cook and HMS Trincomalee, more reasons to visit the Hartlepool Historic Quay.
Whitworth Hall Hotel & Deer Park
- Perfect for a stroll in beautiful surroundings.
- Discover the regions railway heritage at the Locomotion Museum in Shildon.
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Locomotion
- Discover the regions railway heritage at the Locomotion Museum in Shildon.
- Historic Raby Castle, home to Deer and perfect for a garden walk.
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Raby Castle
- Historic Raby Castle, home to Deer and perfect for a garden walk.
Auckland Castle
Market PlaceVisit Kynren - A festival of over 1000 years of British History. One of the countries biggest and best open air live shows.
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Kynren
Visit Kynren - A festival of over 1000 years of British History. One of the countries biggest and best open air live shows.
Escomb Lake
Escomb Road- Quaint and quiet, perfect for a countryside get-away.
Low Barns Nature Reserve and Visitor Centre
Low Lane- Local Nature Reserve
Hardwick Hall Hotel
- This hotel and country gardens are worth a visit all year round.
Sedgefield Racecourse
Racecourse Road- Like the races, see what's happening at Sedgefield.
Bishop Auckland
County Durham town - well worth an investigation.
Many of the North East's former industrial beaches have returned to their natural beauty after over 30 years of regeneration. Windswept and scenic - perfect for walks with a pooch.
Crimdon Beach
Coast RoadMany of the North East's former industrial beaches have returned to their natural beauty after over 30 years of regeneration. Windswept and scenic - perfect for walks with a pooch.
Binchester Roman Fort
Hamsterley Forest
Redford LaneA family day out suitable for all occasions!
Hall Hill Farm
Perfect family day out.
Brancepeth
Village closest to the Cottage - Small and picturesque, perfect for walks.
Food scene
The Pub and Kitchen, Durham
Front Street North- Great local pub, fantastic views and super food!
The Impeccable Pig
Front Street- Excellent food and drink
Maximo's Italian Restaurant
- Great Italian food located in a former brewery!
Dun Cow Inn
43 Front St- Dun Cow is a local favourite, known for its craft ale and delightful food.
Lickety Split Creamery
13 North TerraceBest Ice-cream on the Durham Coast
Play golf? Like a Spar? or even a slap up meal in a choice of 3 delicious restaurants? Ramside Hall on the outskirts of Durham have it all.
Ramside Golf Club
Play golf? Like a Spar? or even a slap up meal in a choice of 3 delicious restaurants? Ramside Hall on the outskirts of Durham have it all.
Brancepeth Castle Golf Club
The VillageGreat place for a bite to eat, a beverage and of course golf!