Castle Eden Dene National

Durham's largest wooded coastal ravine, cut deep into limestone. A 500 acre National Nature Reserve with 12 miles of footpaths. Events programme.Open: Footpaths open at all times. Lodge open for groups if booked in advance.…
Distance: 9.9 miles away

Hall Hill Farm

Family farm in attractive countryside with opportunity to see and touch animals at close quarters. Farm trailer rides, woodland walk, tea shop and play area.Open: 3 April ‐ 12 Sept and Oct weekends only, daily 10.30am ‐ 5pm. Christmas opening with Santa and carols 4,5,11,12,18…
Distance: 8.8 miles away

Butterfly Farm, Tow Law

Greenhouse with tropical species. Visitor participation welcome. Part of Tow Law Nursery with orchids and other house plants.Open: Easter ‐ 3 Sept daily 10am ‐ 4pm.…
Distance: 9.7 miles away

Low Barns Nature Reserve

84 acres of woods, lakes, ponds, riverside and meadow rich in wildlife. Graham Easby Visitor Centre and nature trail with observatory and hides. Open: Visitor Centre1 April ‐ 31 Oct daily 10am ‐ 4.30pm, 1 Nov ‐ 31 March Saturday and Sunday only 10am ‐…
Distance: 9.4 miles away

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