There is so much to do in Weardale, County Durham and the surrounding area.
The following are the links from each of the “What’s in the Area?”
There is so much to do in Weardale and the local area.
Walking Routes
The hilly nature of the Wear Valley provides medium difficulty walking. Walking routes are available.
Find out more... Secret Gardens
Birkhead Secret Gardens is a 3 acre garden with adjoining plant nursery & coffee shop.
Find out more... Weardale Railway
The only heritage railway based on part of the Stockton and Darlington Railway line.
Find out more... Hamsterley Forest
A delightful oasis of woodland, sprawling along the sides of a sheltered valley.
Find out more... Killhope
Explore and experience the working and living of Victorian Mining Families.
Find out more... Beamish Museum
Britain's favourite open air museum set in over 300 acres of beautiful countryside. 15 miles
Find out more... Durham City
A compact historic city - a wide range of facilities from castle, cathedral, shops and restaurants.
Find out more... Raby Castle
A compact historic city - a wide range of facilities from castle, cathedral, shops and restaurants.
Find out more... Bowes Museum
A compact historic city - a wide range of facilities from castle, cathedral, shops and restaurants.
Find out more... Auckland Castle
A compact historic city - a wide range of facilities from castle, cathedral, shops and restaurants.
Find out more... Timothy Hackworth
A compact historic city - a wide range of facilities from castle, cathedral, shops and restaurants.
Find out more... Witton Castle Lakes
Premier trout fisheries of the North East of England. Situated in the grounds of Witton Castle.
Find out more... Market Towns.
Barnard Castle
Busy market town with attractive and diverse architecture. Developed where the Roman road crossed the River Tees.
Find out more... Corbridge
Corbridge is known for its quaintness and unique boutique shops and is a lovely place to explore.
Find out more... Hexham
Overlooking the beautiful Tyne valley with medieval buildings forming an imposing skyline.
Find out more... Stanhope
This is a lovely, bustling little stone built town is set amidst the charm of Weardale.
Find out more... Northumberland is just a short drive.
Angel of the North
Love it or loathe it - it's a sight worth seeing. 17 miles to the base of The Angel.
Find out more... Metrocentre
Everything you could need all under one roof! Top shops, themed areas, cinemas, restaurants.
Find out more... Hadrian's Wall
World Heritage site; Experience Britain's greatest Roman monument. 2000 years in the making.
Find out more... Northumberland Coastline
100 mile long Northumberland Coast is "Britain's Best Kept Secret" with its golden sands and rolling surf.
Find out more... Newcastle / Gateshead
Beautiful architecture, stunning quayside, galleries, excellent shopping, brilliant nightlife, superb restaurants, culture galore.
Find out more... Kielder
Try something a little more adventurous, escape to the outdoors. Absorb the peace and tranquillity.
Find out more... Alnwick Castle
Alnwick Castle is very much a living castle, at the heart of thriving estates and businesses.
Find out more... Alnwick Garden
There's so much more to explore at The Alnwick Garden. Acres of fascinating plants, water sculptures and our infamous Poison Garden, for a start.
Find out more... 
