Things to do in Derwent, Durham
We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Derwent, Durham.
History and Heritage in Derwent
Step back in time and discover the rich history and heritage that shaped this area.
History and heritage within 10 miles of Derwent.
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Derwentcote Steel Furnace | English Heritage
Built in the 1720s, Derwentcote is the earliest and most complete steel-making furnace in Britain. It produced high-grade steel for springs and cutting tools.
Prudhoe Castle | English Heritage
Begun between 1100 and 1120 to defend a strategic crossing of the River Tyne against Scottish invaders, Prudhoe Castle has been continuously occupied for over nine centuries.
Heddon-on-the-Wall - Hadrian's Wall | English Heritage
A consolidated stretch of Wall, up to 2 metres (61⁄2 feet)
thick in places.
Denton Hall Turret - Hadrian's Wall | English Heritage
The foundations of a turret and a 65-metre (213 feet) length of
Wall.
Aydon Castle | English Heritage
One of the finest and most unaltered examples of a 13th-century English manor house, Aydon Castle stands in a secluded woodland setting.
Corbridge Roman Town - Hadrian's Wall | English Heritage
Visitors to Corbridge can walk along the main street of this Roman garrison town, flanked by the remains of granaries, a fountain house, markets, workshops and temples.
Benwell Vallum Crossing | English Heritage
A stone-built causeway, where the road from the south crossed the Vallum earthwork on its way to Benwell fort.
Benwell Roman Temple - Hadrian's Wall | English Heritage
The remains of a small temple to the native god 'Antenociticus', in the 'vicus' (civilian settlement) which stood outside Benwell fort.
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Sport in Derwent
Get active with a variety of sports, from local clubs to adrenaline-filled outdoor adventures.
Sport within 10 miles of Derwent.
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Garesfield Golf Course
Ryton Golf Club
18 hole golf course located in the picturesque and historic heart of the Tyne Valley. A superb course bordered by the River Tyne near Newcastle, in the Northeast of England.
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The Great Outdoors in Derwent
Embrace the beauty of nature with scenic walks, parks, and outdoor adventures for all ages.
The great outdoors within 10 miles of Derwent.
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Family Fright Fest
The Family Fright Fest has teamed up with Hits Radio for the 4 year of the event at Lintz Hall Farm. Family Fright Fest is a fun day out for the whole family. Halloween scares and shows are family orientated and appropriate for all age groups between 1-12 years of age.
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The Arts in Derwent
Explore creativity through galleries, performances, and hands-on artistic experiences in the community.
The arts within 10 miles of Derwent.
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George Stephenson's Birthplace
Visit George Stephenson’s Birthplace in Northumberland, a 19th century cottage where the world-famous railway engineer was born and raised.
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Thrill Seeking in Derwent
For adrenaline junkies, dive into heart-pounding activities like zip-lining, bungee jumping, and more"
Thrill seeking within 10 miles of Derwent.
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Hall Hill Farm
Farm for Children - Visit the farm to feed, see and stroke the animals, a great day out for children and schools: Hall Hill Farm
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Exploring further afield?
Take a look at a few other places in the surrounding area.
Derwent
Ebchester
Newlands
High Westwood
Broom Hill
Dene, The
Medomsley
Hamsterley
Blackhall Mill
Low Westwood
Chopwell
Benfieldside
Blackhill
Bridgehill
Consett
Lintzford
Highfield
High Spen
Leadgate
Hooker Gate
The Grove
Crookhall
Coalburns
Dipton
Stony Heap
High Friarside
Burnopfield
Lintz
Flint Hill
Hill Top
Templetown
Iveston
Rowlands Gill
Moorside
Delves
Harelaw
Catchgate
Barlow
White-le-Head
Muggleswick
Sheep Hill
Tantobie
Hobson
Pickering Nook
Clough Dene
Greencroft
Windy Nook
Castleside
Knitsley
Harperley
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