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County Durham - Tourist Attractions, Amusements,
Theme Parks, Walks, Viewpoints, Zoos, etc
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This page covers
general Tourist Attractions, including Amusement Parks,
Boat Trips,
Theme Parks, Specialist Shops, factory shops and outlet
villages, Guided Walks, Country Parks,
Viewpoints, Zoos and wildlife parks, etc.
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We know that not all the
attractions in County Durham are listed.
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make this guide comprehensive by giving details of
missing attractions
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THE BUILDER'S ARMS (Psalm 127
v1)
Unit 5 Thames Centre, Beveridge Way, Newton
Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 4SB
Tel: Mr. John Dent on 01325 320633
Opening Times: 9.30am - 4.00pm
This shop is different!
First walk into an excellent display of many
unusual gift items.
Then browse through
helpful, inspiring Christian books and Bibles.
Finally, relax in the Coffee Shop; where
delicious, freshly prepared light meals are
served.
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HMS BARK ENDEAVOUR
Castlegate Quay, Riverside, Stockton-on-Tees,
TS18 1BZ
Tel: 01642 608109 Fax:
01642 608118
E-mail:
josephendeavour1@msn.com
Web: www.hmbarkendeavour.co.uk
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The Replica HM
Bark Endeavour, the only full-size
replica of the world-renowned Captain
James Cook in the Northern Hemisphere,
and is one of only two such vessels in
the world!
So what more romantic, dramatic,
beautiful and inspirational venue could
there be for your event... and all with
modern service facilities! |
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Berthed on the beautiful
River Tees at Stockton-on-Tees in a
tremendous location, not far from the
birthplace and land of the boyhood of
James Cook, we possess a unique facility
for Events, Private Functions, Weddings,
Corporate Events, Re-enactments,
Commercial Filming, Themed Events and
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The Endeavour is
licensed as a venue for Civil Marriages and is an
inspired setting for your Wedding ceremony or
reception. The vessel makes a fantastic backdrop
for those cherished wedding photographs and an
honour guard of Royal Marines in period costume
can be arranged for that extra slice of flair. An inspired setting for
corporate events, celebrations etc with
exclusive catered private functions being
accommodated in the great cabin or for the
larger numbers on the main or Orlop deck.
See website for further details. |
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TEESIDE PRINCESS
Princess River
Cruises,
Castlegate Quay,
Riverside,
Stockton-on-Tees,
TS18 1BZ
Tel: 01642 608038 Fax:
01642 608118
E-mail:
enort84858@aol.com
Web:
www.princessrivercruises.co.uk
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The Teesside Princess
operates all year round allowing you to take in
the changing seasons and breathtaking
countryside in pleasant surroundings.
The specially
designed vessel with it's deluxe surroundings
provides the perfect venue in which to celebrate
your special occasion
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Licensed for 170 passengers with excellent
viewing areas. Facilities include an Open area
on top deck, two fully stocked bars (one per
deck), Tea/Snack bar, Dance floor etc. The
perfect corporate entertainment venue to launch
a product, entertain clients, thank the team or
recognise achievement. Launch your new life with
a wedding reception on board (a variety of
wedding packages are available). We can arrange
for you to have the blessing ceremony on board
the vessel with your own minister in attendance,
or alternatively with an independent minister. The perfect meal stop
for tour operators & group organisers and
whatever the weather you can enjoy the scenic
English rivers in all their seasonal glory
throughout spring, summer, autumn & winter. For
further details see website.
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DURHAM UNIVERSITY BOTANIC
GARDEN
University of Durham, Hollingside Lane, South
Road, Durham, DH1 3TN
Tel: 0191 334 5521 Fax:
0191 334 6477
E-mail:
s.j.ansdell@durham.ac.uk
Web:
www.dur.ac.uk
The visitor centre was opened in 1988 by Dame
Margot Fonteyn de Arias the then Chancellor of
the university. It provides an exhibition hall,
coffee shop and plant sales. The coffee shop
offers a wide selection of hot and cold drinks,
and light snacks, and there is an extensive
range of gifts and souvenirs. The plant sale has
a selection of herb's, alpines and unusual
plants, many of which can be found around the
garden. During the year, the centre is the venue
for talks and seminars on a variety of
horticultural subjects, and a showcase for the
work of local artists and photographers.
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The world's oldest
existing railway originally opened in 1725.
Three mile steam passenger railway between
Sunniside, Causey Arch and East Tanfield.
Collection of 40 locos including Wellington of
1873, Victorian carriages and vintage workshop
at Britain's oldest engine shed, built in
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Photo:
Derwentside District Council |
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Whorlton Lido
near Barnard Castle, County Durham.
Tel: 01833 627397
Recreation are on the banks of the River Tees
with miniature railway, children's corner, 9
hole putting green, refreshments and picnic
area. Day fishing permits available.
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The Herb Patch
Brockwell House, Newlands, Ebchester, County
Durham, DH8 9JA
Tel/Fax: 01207 562099
E-mail:
david@herbpatch.fsnet.co.uk
The herb patch is a small herb nursery producing
a wide range of culinary, medicinal and aromatic
herb plants. All grown without the use of
artificial pesticides, in organic, peat free
compost. In the Farm Shop you will find a
selection of locally produced fine foods
including herb jellies, dips, organic
vegetables, preserves, chutneys, cakes, honey
and apple juice. Choose from a range of gifts
including hand crafted soap, aromatherapy
products, cards and many more. After browsing
around the nursery, a warm welcome awaits in our
Tea Room where you can relax and enjoy delicious
homemade light refreshments.
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The Playshack
Unit 6 All Saints Industrial Estate, Shildon,
Co. Durham, DL4 2RD
Tel: 01388 779477
Web:
www.theplayshack.co.uk
Contact: Christine Blundell or Jayne Hemming
Open: 7 days a week 10am - 7pm
New and exciting, fun indoor play area for the
under 12's. Offering play on three levels
including a giant astra slide, 540 degree tube
slide, gliders, rope bridges, dizzy discs and
much more. We have a separate under 5's play
area including a slide, dexterity games and
rockers. We also have a large separate football
area. Take the stress out of parties and let us
look after you in one of our themed rooms, with
a choice of Shrek, Jungle, Under Sea or Disco
bubble party all guaranteed to be loads of fun!!
Why not relax in the spacious seating area where
there is a large selection of home cooked food
and Italian coffees. With excellent access for
wheelchair users we offer a wide range of
activity for differing abilities. Parking for 50
cars is provided including 5 disabled spaces.
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Poplar Tree Garden Centre
Hall Lane, Shincliffe Village, County Durham,
DH1 2NG
Tel: 0191 3847553 Fax:
0191 3831056
E-mail:
info@poplartreegardencentre.co.uk
Web:
www.poplartreegardencentre.co.uk
Poplar Tree Garden Centre has been helping
people in Durham and all over the north east get
the best from their gardens for over thirty
years. We pride ourselves on taking as much care
with our customers as they do with their
gardens, and strive to be friendly and helpful
at all times. We sell a wide range of gardening
goods, including furniture, water gardening and
Aquatics, artificial flowers, sundries, paving
and gravel, garden buildings, trees and shrubs,
pet care, books, greetings cards, house plants,
bedding plants and much more. ALSO FEATURES:
Uniquely positioned near the banks of the river
Wear, a stones throw from the historic City of
Durham, and inside Poplar Tree Garden Centre
lies the enchanted Brambles Coffee Shop.
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HAMSTERLEY FOREST
Between Weardale and Teesdale
Enquiries Tel: 01388 488312
E-mail:
neil.taylor@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
Web:
www.forestry.gov.uk/northeastengland
Forestry Commission
owned 2,000 hectare forest with 4 mile forest
drive, orienteering course, forest and riverside
walks, visitor centre/forest shop, tea shop and
facilities for cycling / (including cycle hire).
On site mountain bike hire
Wooden Wheels - Tel: 01388 488222. For extreme
mountain biking try Descend Hamsterley downhill
mountain bike centre. Also facilities for less-abled
visitors and wheelchair users including toilets
and paths.
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Derwent Valley Country
Park
12 mile walk along former railway in the Derwent
Valley from Swalwell Visitor Centre near the
centre of Tyneside to Lydgett's Junction,
Consett. Includes Thornley Woodland Centre near
Winlaton Mill, picnic areas at Rowlands Gill,
Ebchester and Shotley Bridge.
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