This lovely scenic valley lies between the town of Bishop Auckland, seat of princes of the church and the charming market town of.....
Blanchland Abbey was founded as a priory in 1165 by Walter de Bolbec II, and became an abbey in the late 13th century. The.....
Hampsterley Forest encompasses over five thousand acres, it is a combination of parkland and forest, giving access to some of the.....
This is the Tees most spectacular offering, it is also England's highest waterfall. The best time to see High Force is just.....
Killhope Lead Mining Museum keeps alive the counties lead mining traditions. This is a fully restored site of a working mine.....
Arriving close to Staindrop from almost any direction the view of Raby Castle, built by the powerful Nevill family in the.....
For over 300 years, Binchester Roman Fort was occupied for. To begin with, soldiers in this fort did not come from this area;.....
This historic town is a picturesque centre for discovering the delights of Teesdale. The town occupies a clifftop site above.....
With its grand arch, Auckland Castle, also known as Auckland Palace or the Bishop's Castle, is the official residence of the.....
Josephine Bowes, wife of John Bowes was a Parisian actress, and perhaps this shows in the choice of building they chose as a.....
Hexham Abbey is a refoundation of a church which stood on this spot in the year 675, it survived until 821, later the town was.....
Gibside is famous for the sedate historic estate set at the heart of the outstandingly beautiful Derwent Valley. The estate was.....