Pictures of County Durham

About the county of 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.

Recommended Towns & Villages to visit in County Durham

Barnard Castle (43 Pictures)

a Historic Market Town in the county of County Durham

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Kelloe (1 Pictures)

in the county of County Durham

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...

Stanhope (27 Pictures)

in the county of County Durham

This is a lovely, bustling little town is set amidst the charm of Weardale, it is almost entirely built of stone particularly around the old Market Square, dominated by a fine stone cross...

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Recommended Attractions to visit in County Durham

Beamish Open Air Museum (218 Pictures)

Beamish Museum lies in a basin of stunning countryside covering over three hundred acres. This is no ordinary museum, but an.....

Castle Eden Dene NNR (5 Pictures)

Hidden in an area which was once noted for its coal-faces, the lush wooded ravine of Castle Eden Dene offers a welcome respite.....

Castle Eden Walkway Country Park (6 Pictures)

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Lumley Castle (8 Pictures)

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