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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,…
Watersports Centre
Witton-le-Wear
Embark on an unforgettable outdoors adventure with paddle boarding, kayaking, or a thrilling water bike ride at the premier water sports hire centre at Witton Castle Activity Lake in County Durham.
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.…
Adventure Sport Centre
Durham
Adventure Valley Golf – Durham’s only adventure golf course, boasting 18 fun packed holes. Suitable for all ages.
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
•…
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.
Festival & Events Organisers
Durham
Exciting News: The 2024 Durham Fringe Festival is back and ready to amaze, delight and entertain from July 24-28! Now in its 4th year, it's the North East's biggest recognised fringe festival – featuring the best in dance, drama, magic, music,…
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.
Walking Route
Hamsterley Forest
Join Superworm and friends on their brand-new adventure at Hamsterley Forest. Discover the small but mighty creatures in the much-loved story and learn about the everyday heroic feats of minibeasts in the forest. The new self-led trail features…
Attraction
Barnard Castle
Come for a leisurely wander around our farm and make friends with our wonderful animals.
Adventure Park / Playground
Staindrop
The Plotters’ Forest is an immersive outdoor playground located in a magical Christmas Tree Plantation at Raby Castle.
Family Fun
Get out and about in beautiful Durham!
Family Fun
Durham City
Visitors to Wharton Park in Durham City can enjoy new and exciting adventures with the launch of an interactive mobile app, a free app which can be downloaded for both Android and iPhone.
Activity Centre
Belmont, Durham City
Infinite Air offers a great day out for the whole family, with an Infinite Tots area suitable for babies and tots (age 6 months- 6 years) and high energy and exciting activities for both children and adults, including top of the range Inflatables.
Walking Route
Fishburn
Experience this rare landscape and ancient species, and journey through the first stronghold of the Prince Bishops. A Discover Brightwater walk suitable for children/families.
Festival & Events Organisers
Bishop Auckland
Baccanalia produces festivals and events in South Durham, offering premier experiences in social revelry and creative entertainment. We have loads going on from Cultural Festivals to Cabaret Nights with something for everyone.
Walking
Hamsterley Forest
Gruffalo Orienteering - fun family map reading challenge
Try our fun, navigational challenge at Hamsterley Forest using a simple map to find twelve Gruffalo markers hidden in the deep, dark wood.
If you're feeling competitive, choose to run, walk…
Activity Centre
Durham City
Indoor rock climbing located in Meadowfield. Adults and children's facilities, lessons, birthday parties, cafe, free parking, open 7 days a week.
Walking Route
Durham City
Around every corner in Durham City is something old and interesting. To see it all in one walk is not possible, but here is a start in getting to know the City’s rich history.
Outdoor and Wildlife Activity
Stanhope
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.
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