Durham walks

High Force and Upper Teesdale: A Circular Walk ( Download : PDF )

8.87mi +971ft -968ft 4h55 Average
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.

Castle Eden Dene Full Circular Walk ( Download : PDF )

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.

Derwent Reservoir : an out and return walk ( Download : PDF )

6.87mi +131ft -138ft 3h15 Easy
Starting point in Edmondbyers - Durham

An easy ramble around Derwent Reservoir from Pow Hill Country Park to the Millstone Picnic area and back. Very easy walking, well signposted and with well maintained paths. Popular with day trippers, take a picnic.

Nesbitt Dene ( Download : PDF )

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.

The Lesser Known Durham Denes and the Coastal Path ( Download : PDF )

12.54mi +505ft -512ft 6h10 Average
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.

Castle Eden Walkway from Castle Eden ( Download : PDF )

20.35mi +299ft -289ft 1.5 hrs Average
Starting point in Castle Eden - Durham

An flat out and return along the Castle Eden Walkway, starting from Castle Eden and going South to the old railway station at Thorpe Thewles, then returning via the same route. This follows the national cycle way route 1 and in most parts is easy to follow.

Usually done on a bicycle but can be walked. Interesting scenery and also alternative diversions if on foot.

Bales Hush art installation ( Download : PDF )

4.33mi +666ft -663ft 2h35 Easy
Starting point in Newbiggin - Durham

An easy walk from the Bowlees Car Park / Visitor Centre up to Bales Hush and the art installation called Hush.