Where can I walk in County Durham?

Popular around County Durham

• Hiking around Tunstall Reservoir.
• Hiking around Derwent Reservoir.
• Hiking around Castle Eden Dene National Nature Reserve.
• Hiking around Grassholme Reservoir.
• Hiking around Smiddy Shaw Reservoir.
• Hiking around Hury Reservoir.
• Hiking around Hurworth Burn Reservoir.
• MTB Trails in County Durham.

Can you walk around Durham Castle?

The walk starts next to Durham Castle on the east bank of the River Wear. It is now owned by the University College but the public can view the castle’s wonderful architecture through guided tours. The castle is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site with the nearby Durham Cathedral.

Where can I walk in the Northeast?

The 7 best walks in North East England

1. Embleton Bay, Northumberland.
2. Seaham, County Durham.
3. High and Low Force waterfalls, Upper Teesdale.
4. Hadrian’s Wall, Northumberland.
5. Alnmouth to Warkworth, Northumberland.
6. Great Aycliffe Way, County Durham.
7. Hareshaw Linn, Northumberland.

Can I go walking in Northumberland?

From the castle-and-coast walking routes to rugged hikes in our rural countryside, Northumberland has an extensive selection of long walking routes. Suitable for beginners who are taking their new walking boots for a spin, heavy duty hikers looking for a challenge, and everything in between.

How long is Castle Eden Walkway?

21.2 mile
Castle Eden Walkway is a 21.2 mile out and back trail located near Stockton-on-Tees, North Yorkshire, England that offers scenic views and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and nature trips.

What shops are at Durham City Retail Park?

You’ll also find a Carphone Warehouse mobile phone store inside Currys. Other stores at the retail park are Boots, Sports Direct, B&M Bargains, ScS, Bensons and Carpetright. Also here is a Pizza Hut restaurant and a KFC with drive-thru.

Can you walk from Alnmouth to Warkworth?

Alnmouth to Warkworth is a 5.6 mile moderately trafficked point-to-point trail located near Alnwick, Northumberland, England that offers scenic views and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and nature trips. Dogs are also able to use this trail.

Where can I walk in Teesside?

7 great walks you can try that start within an hour of Teesside

• Bolton Castle to Redmire. Bolton Castle near Leyburn.
• Carlton-in-Cleveland to Osmotherley.
• Derwent Valley.
• Low Coniscliffe to Gainford.
• Kilburn Woods.
• Hutton-le-Hole to Lingmoor Wood.
• Scarth Wood Moor loop and Mount Grace Priory.

Where can I walk around Newcastle?

Top 5 Picturesque Walks Around Newcastle

• The Leas, South Tyneside Coast.
• Warkworth Hermitage, Warkworth.
• Jesmond Dene, Newcastle.
• Marsden Circular Walk, South Tyneside.
• Tynemouth Beach, North Tyneside.

Is Northumberland hilly?

Northumberland has a diverse physical geography. It is low and flat near the North Sea coast and increasingly mountainous toward the northwest. Being in the far north of England, above 55° latitude, and having many areas of high land, Northumberland is one of the coldest areas of the country.

Are there any walking routes in County Durham?

Luckily, there are some fantastic walking routes in County Durham; following them will keep you active and also let you explore places in the region you might not have visited before. You can embark on these walks solo, with people you live with, or you can meet up with one other person from another household.

Where are the mineral valleys walks in Durham?

Escomb, Witton Park and Etherley, steam, coal and countryside (PDF, 787.4kb) – produced as part of the Mineral Valleys Project, this leaflet promotes a series of walks in and around the villages of Escomb, Etherley and Witton Park. In the series of leaflets promoting circular walks leading from the Weardale Way.

How long is the coast path in Durham?

The Durham Coastal Footpath is an 11 mile walking route following the England Coast Path National Trail – discover and explore spectacular grasslands, magical coastal denes and uncover the rich heritage that has shaped this coastline into a unique…

Where can I find free maps of Durham?

A series of free downloadable pdf format maps of the Weardale way in County Durham are available via our The Weardale Way page. General information about open access in the North Pennines area with five suggested walks – Open access in the North Pennines (PDF, 1.7mb) .