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Harter Fell and Grassholme from Middleton-in-Teesdale
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7.71mi 
+784ft 
-784ft 
4h15
Moderate 
Starting point in Middleton in Teesdale - Durham This North Pennine walk inlcudes Harter Fell and Grassholme Reservoir and a section of the Pennine Way. The start is Middleton-in-Teesdale and the walk includes a variety of scenery. Descending into the Lune Valley the walk continues alongside Grassholme Reservoir before using a section of old railway track back to the start.
Castle Eden Dene Full Circular Walk
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8.82mi
+525ft
-499ft
4h30
Easy
Starting point in Castle Eden - Durham The full tour of Castle Eden Dene taking in all the best parts with varied and interesting scenery:- Old buildings, open country, ancient woodland, the North East coastline, a magnesium limestone dene with its craggy outcrops, a meandering river and steep-sided gorge. There is a multitude of flora and fauna; if you are quiet you may see squirrels and/or deer. Starts and finished near the Castle Eden Inn which is well known for its good beer and good food.
High Force and Upper Teesdale: A Circular Walk
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8.87mi
+971ft
-968ft
4h55
Moderate
Starting point in Forest and Frith - Durham A lovely circular walk with a variety of interest. From the popular waterfall of High Force through upland pasture and then the more desolate upland landscape of Thistle Green before descending to the River Tees and following its course with a final leg through farmland.
3.72mi
+144ft
-174ft
1h50
Easy
Starting point in Barnard Castle - Durham A short and enjoyable walk from Bowes Museum to Egglestone Abbey, following the River Tees. At the time of writing (July 21) Bowes Museum is still operating a time ticket entry. If you time your visit correctly you can combine a visit to the museum followed by the walk or vice versa. Please note the gates to the museum close at 5:00. If you think you will arrive back later then park your car outside the museum grounds.
High Force Hotel : High and Low Force Waterfalls
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4.63mi
+331ft
-341ft
2h25
Easy
Starting point in Forest and Frith - Durham Easy and circular walk around High and Low Force Waterfalls.
Hudeshope Beck
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5.41mi
+607ft
-587ft
3h00
Easy
Starting point in Middleton in Teesdale - Durham A walk with lovely views in this beautiful peaceful dale following Hudeshope Beck up past the old lime kilns, over the miners bridge, through the wood and fields to Coldberry mine, then back down the beck on the other side.
River Greta Circular
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7.13mi
+338ft
-331ft
3h35
Moderate
Starting point in Brignall - Durham A picturesque walk along the river Greta, abounds with history and nature.
Hudeshope Beck & Aukside
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2.53mi
+331ft
-325ft
1h25
Moderate
Starting point in Middleton in Teesdale - Durham Nice and circular walk passing by Hudeshope Beck & Aukside.
High Cup Nick from Cow Green Reservoir
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12.96mi
+902ft
-912ft
6h45
Moderate
Starting point in Forest and Frith - Durham This is a fairly undemanding walk through a wild North Pennine landscape. The route visits two outstanding natural features - High Cup Nick and Cauldron Snout - using a section of the Pennine Way. There are no route finding issues even in poor visibility.
Hannah's Meadow, Baldersdale and Brown Rigg Moss
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7.95mi
+732ft
-679ft
4h15
Moderate
Starting point in Hunderthwaite - Durham This Durham walk explores the area made famous by Hannah Hauxwell. The landscape is wild and never boring and this walk uses the Pennine Way for exploration.
Cronkley Scar via High Force
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18.75mi
+1306ft
-1325ft
9h45
Moderate
Starting point in Middleton in Teesdale - Durham A lovely circular walk around Cronkley Scar via High Force.
The Lesser Known Durham Denes and the Coastal Path
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12.54mi
+505ft
-512ft
6h10
Moderate
Starting point in Castle Eden - Durham A varied and interesting circular walk from Castle Eden. It starts and finishes near the Castle Eden Inn which is well known for its good beer and good food. Explore the lesser known denes that lie to the south of the village via the disused railway which is now a bridle path and part of the national cycle network. Traverse the coastal path north before dropping to the beach and then heading back via the better known Castle Eden Dene.
Nesbitt Dene
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6.06mi
+522ft
-531ft
3h15
Easy
Starting point in Castle Eden - Durham A short and relatively easy walk which explores the lesser known Durham Denes that lie to the south of Castle Eden Dene.
Bowlees circular taking in he Pennine way via Kircarrion
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10.11mi
+1079ft
-1083ft
5h35
Moderate
Starting point in Newbiggin - Durham A circular walk from Bowlees. Following the river Tees downstream to Middleton-in Teesdale before climbing out through open moorland via the mysterious corpse of ancient Kircarrion, with wonderful views over Lunedale before descending the dramatic Holwick scar back to base.
Bearpark
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4.74mi
+148ft
-144ft
2h20
Easy
Starting point in Brandon and Byshottles - Durham On the western outskirts of Durham. Good pathways through a mixture of the farming and industrial landscape.
Romaldkirk Moor from Mickleton
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7.56mi
+512ft
-535ft
3h55
Moderate
Starting point in Mickleton - Durham A walk in the North Pennines using a section of disused railway, moorland paths and tracks. The route traverses scenery typical of the area with some views across Teesdale also to be enjoyed.
Great North Forest Walk Vigo to Lumley Castle
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4.42mi
+197ft
-217ft
2h10
Easy
Starting point in North Lodge - Durham The path continues along the C2C cycle route then passes through the new village of Rickleton and the old village of Picktree before passing the Lambton estate with its ornate castle then winding its way through the grounds of Lumley Castle on the banks of the Wear.
Great North Forest Walk Beamish to Vigo
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4.11mi
+3ft
-367ft
1h55
Easy
Starting point in Urpeth - Durham This part of the walk starts at Beamish and follows the C2C cycle route back towards Birtley and Washington through open fields and the outskirts of villages. The walk is downhill for most of the route along hard cycle paths and there is accessible to most.
Great North Forest Walk Causey Arch to Beamish
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3.44mi
+217ft
-177ft
1h45
Easy
Starting point in Stanley - Durham This walk begins at Causey Arch and ends at Beamish following woodland paths for the majority of the route with one small section across fields linking two historically important locations. Be sure to explore Causey Arch and Tanfield Railway before beginning the walk.
Crimdon Dene Circular
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2.46mi
+79ft
-82ft
1h10
Easy
Starting point in Monk Hesleden - Durham This circular walk starts out with a cliff top walk to Limekiln Gill, then follows the main road back to Crimdon Dene passing under the spectacular viaduct and following Crimdon Beck back towards the dunes providing views towards Hartlepool Headland and Steetley Pier.
Blackhall Rocks Circular
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3.13mi
+115ft
-128ft
1h30
Easy
Starting point in Monk Hesleden - Durham This circular walk encompasses Blackhall Rocks Nature Reserve and Cross Gill and provides opportunties to explore Blackhall Rocks beach with its caves. The cliffe top walk allows spectacular views of the Durham Coast.
Denemouth to Blackhall Rocks Circular
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2.71mi
+203ft
-207ft
1h25
Easy
Starting point in Horden - Durham This circular walk takes in a varied stretch of the Durham coastline and provides views of Denemouth viaduct and access to 2 nature reserves along a stretch of the Durham Coastal Path.
Apollo Pavillion Circular from Peterlee Town Centre
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3.95mi
+125ft
-125ft
1h55
Easy
Starting point in Peterlee - Durham This fully accessible walk starts and ends at the town centre and winds its way through residentaial areas passing Shotton Hall, Victor Pasmore's Apollo Pavillion and several parks.
Durham Coast National Nature Reserve
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2.8mi
+203ft
-184ft
1h30
Easy
Starting point in Horden - Durham This out and back route takes in 3 of the lesser known gills (narrow valleys) along the Durham Coast National Nature Reserve following a short stretch of the England Coast Path/Durham Heritage Coast Path providing stunning views of the coast.
Horden Grasslands Local Nature Reserve Circular
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2.79mi
+154ft
-161ft
1h25
Easy
Starting point in Easington Colliery - Durham This short circular walk passes the Horden Grasslands Local Nature Reserve and Passive Mine Water Treatment Plant then returns via the England Coast Path providing views out out to see.
Durham Parks and Paths
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3.77mi
+177ft
-194ft
1h55
Easy
Starting point in Durham This circular walk around Durham takes in parks, old streets and a medieval hospital building. There are many viewpoints from which the River Wear, Durham Cathedral and Castle can be viewed. There are many steep climbs giving a really good feel for the hilly nature of Durham.
Beamish to Chester-Le-Street - Angel's Way Short Walk
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4.28mi
+33ft
-446ft
2h00
Easy
Starting point in Urpeth - Durham This final stretch of the walk starts at Beamish and follows cycle paths through countryside and villages into Chester-le-Street town centre alongside Chester Burn, finishing at St Mary and St Cuthbert;s Church one of the many churches on the pilgrim walking route.
5.35mi
+269ft
-289ft
2h40
Easy
Starting point in Durham This walk is a little more challenging and includes some steep gradients but finishes with a more leisurely walk along the river banks in the city itself finishing at Brown's Boat House next to Elvet Bridge. Along the way the route passes several farms, Croxdale Hall with its Chapel and Shincliffe Hall. These are closed to the public but make good route points.
Weardale Way Short Walk - Willington to Sunderland Bridge
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4.8mi
+7ft
-39ft
2h15
Easy
Starting point in Durham This section of the Weardale Way follows the loops of the River Wear. It is a tranquil place with many vistas of the river along the way ending at Sunderland Bridge.
Weardale Way Short Walk - Finchale Priory to Fencehouses
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5.62mi
+282ft
-236ft
2h50
Easy
Starting point in Framwellgate Moor - Durham This section begins at Finchale Priory with a climb up through Cocken Woods, it then passess through Great Lumley before crossing farmland down to the river. The path then circles Lumley Castle and then follows Lumley Park Beck to Fencehouses. This section includes steep climbs as well as farm tracks and stiles.
Views of Durham
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3.06mi
+177ft
-151ft
1h35
Easy
Starting point in Durham This walk starts in Durham City Centre, but takes a more unusual path around the city affording views of the castle and cathedral from several view points. The walk descends from the Market Place to the river bank and then passes the law courts and prison, Durham University, Durham School, then passes the listed buildings on South Street before returning to the start via the new Riverwalk Development.
4.95mi
+154ft
-531ft
2h25
Easy
Starting point in Esh - Durham This walk begins at Ushaw College and ends at Durham Cathedral and follows The Way of Light for most of the way. Exploration of Ushaw College and Durham City itself will complement this walk through fields, along cycle paths and through the city itself.
Cocken Wood Loop
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0.77mi
+105ft
-105ft
0h25
Easy
Starting point in Framwellgate Moor - Durham This short walk gives some wonderful views of Finchale Priory (English Heritage). It is especially nice in summer when the slow walk through the woods is cooling under the trees. This is one of my favourite places, an idyllic stretch of the River Wear.
England Coast Path - Easington Colliery to Horden
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3.52mi
+233ft
-325ft
1h50
Easy
Starting point in Easington Colliery - Durham This section of the England Coast Path/Durham Heritage Coast Path is another rural section which covers several denes creating an undulating walk along dirt footpaths.
England Coast Path - Crimdon to Hartlepool Headland
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4.74mi
+43ft
-131ft
2h15
Easy
Starting point in Monk Hesleden - Durham This section of the England Coast Path begins at the popular holiday park at Crimdon and follows a more urban route to the historic Hartlepool Headland finishing at the old town walls.
England Coast Path - Horden to Crimdon
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4.27mi
+223ft
-243ft
2h10
Easy
Starting point in Horden - Durham This section of the England Coast Path continues down the rural areas of County Durham ending at Crimdon passing through Castle Eden Dene and Crimdon Dene finishing at a popular holiday park. There are nature reserves and rock formations to explore along with long sandy beaches and sand dunes. This section has some steep inclines and steps and is therefore not accessible.
England Coast Path - Seaham to Easington Colliery
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3.32mi
+148ft
-69ft
1h40
Easy
Starting point in Seaham - Durham This section follows the Durham Heritage Coast path along the cliff tops from Seaham to Easington Colliery. This is a rural section passing Hawthorn Dene and Beacon Hill providing stunning views out to sea and finishing with a visit to the Pit Cage Monument at Easington Colliery.
Durham City Centre to Finchale Priory
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4.79mi
+95ft
-220ft
2h15
Easy
Starting point in Durham This walk, around Durham area, is easy to access allowing interesting heritage discoveries.
Durham University Loop
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1.59mi
+112ft
-112ft
0h50
Easy
Starting point in Durham This short walk around the university showcases the best the campus has to offer. It is suitable for a lunchtime walk for staff and students, and for a longer walk taking in the Botanical Gardens and Oriental Museum. The walk is accessible, but be ready for a steep climb through the Botanical Gardens.
Durham riverbank via Peninsula
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1.74mi
+72ft
-75ft
0h50
Easy
Starting point in Durham This loop will take you around the peninsula giving great views of Durham Castle, Cathedral and the River Wear. This relatively flat and therefore suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
Durham riverbank via Maiden Castle
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2.56mi
+112ft
-112ft
1h15
Easy
Starting point in Durham This short, relatively flat walk loops around the River Wear from the Boathouse to Maiden Castle and back along the other side of the river giving views of the castle and cathedral and plenty of places for a picnic. This walk is wheelchair and pushchair friendly.
Durham Riverbank Walk
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4.43mi
+154ft
-167ft
2h10
Easy
Starting point in Durham This is a relaxing walk around the River Wear in Durham City. The footpaths are mostly paved making this suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Where there are steps, alternatives have been provided. There are some lovely visitas from which the castle and cathedral can be viewed.
Wingate Quarry Loop
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4.8mi
+144ft
-144ft
2h20
Easy
Starting point in Trimdon Foundry - Durham This walk takes in Wingate Quarry Nature Reserve and Wingate Welfare Park with its football pitch, bowling green, play park and woodland walk. The walk first follows a green lane and passes through the site of Wingate Grange pit, then on the return follows the track of the old Wingate railway line.
Durham Loop
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3.82mi
+203ft
-187ft
1h55
Moderate
Starting point in Durham This walk takes in the main visitor attractions in Durham, starting from the Howlands Park and Ride, visiting the Oriental Museum, Botanical Gardens, Castle, Cathedral and Market Place. There are some steep hills, but a bus can be caught from Elvet back to the Park and Ride.
Miner's Heritage Trail from Station Town
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11.1mi
+299ft
-325ft
5h20
Moderate
Starting point in Hutton Henry - Durham This trail traces the history of mining in the villages around Station Town, Wingate, Trimdon Station, Wheatley Hill, and Thornley. The route is marked by disks.
Wingate Loop
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3.59mi
+141ft
-141ft
1h45
Easy
Starting point in Hutton Henry - Durham Easy walk around Wingate area. Look out for the Miner's Trail sculptures.
Tees Circular
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7.49mi
+577ft
-607ft
3h55
Moderate
Starting point in Newbiggin - Durham This Tees circular walk from Bowlees takes in the spectacular scenery of Teesdale, Low Force, the Iconic view of High Force, the geographically famous Holwick Scars and views of the Royal residency at Holwick Lodge.
Lunedale and Baldersdale
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15.68mi
+1503ft
-1503ft
8h30
Moderate
Starting point in Middleton in Teesdale - Durham Circular walk passing by Lunedale and Baldersdale.
Coldberry and High Force
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16.12mi
+1434ft
-1444ft
8h40
Moderate
Starting point in Middleton in Teesdale - Durham Nice circular walk around Coldberry and High Force.
The Strathmore Arms : Holwick, Low Force and Gibson's Cave
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3.56mi
+246ft
-246ft
1h50
Easy
Starting point in Holwick - Durham Circular walk around Holwick, Low Force and Gibson's Cave.
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