Pictures of County Durham
About County Durham
County Durham is situated in the North-East of England, boardering Cumbria, North Yorkshire and Northumberland. Reputed to be one of Englands most attractive Counties, County Durham has much to offer the discerning traveller, from Medieval Castles of interest, beautiful landscapes perfect for scenic walks, and last but by no means least the City of Durham where you will find both Durham Castle and Durham Cathedral a World Heritage site.
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Recommended towns & villages in County Durham
 | Darlington, bustling though it is today was once a small Saxon settlement, this flourished as evidenced by the beautiful building of the church dedicated to Saint Cuthbert which lies at the heart of the town... Information | Pictures (106) | Hotels |
 | Welcome to the City of Durham in the North East of England. Durham as a town reflects the long history of its magnificent castle and cathedral with its winding streets, ancient..... Information | Pictures (220) | Hotels |
 | Lying in a prominent position ringed by the River Wear, Escomb is best known for its magnificent Saxon Church reputed to be built from stones brought from the near-by ruined Roman Fort at Binchester... Information | Pictures (5) | Hotels |
 | Kelloe has pleasant riverside areas and is in close proximity to historic Hartlepool Quay and the seaside resort town of Peterlee on England's northern coast... Information | Pictures (1) | Hotels |
 | This is a lovely village lying on the edge of the North Pennines in an area of great scenic beauty. It is a wild and beautiful landscape dotted only by scattered farms with meadows full of grazing sheep and cattle... Information | Pictures (10) | Hotels |
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Recommended attractions in County Durham
 | With its grand arch, Auckland Castle, also known as Auckland Palace or the Bishop's Castle, is the official residence of the..... Information | Pictures (42) | Hotels |
 | Durham Castle is another one of Durham's magnificent buildings. It was founded in 1072 and such was the impregnability of the..... Information | Pictures (30) | Hotels |
 | This is the Tees most spectacular offering, it is also England's highest waterfall. The best time to see High Force is just..... Information | Pictures (30) | Hotels |
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