Places to go
Sightseeing
A collection of places to visit within a half hour drive.
A magnificent French chateau nestled in the historic market town of Barnard Castle, the museum is set in stunning grounds and houses internationally significant collections of fine and decorative arts.
104 locals recommend
The Bowes Museum
NewgateA magnificent French chateau nestled in the historic market town of Barnard Castle, the museum is set in stunning grounds and houses internationally significant collections of fine and decorative arts.
High Force is one of the most impressive waterfalls in England boasting a spectacular 21 metre drop. Enjoy the gentle and pretty woodland walk that leads to this spectacular sight at the base of the falls. The dog friendly High Force Hotel is located next to the car park at the start of the walk and serves delicious, home cooked meals all day.
116 locals recommend
High Force Waterfalls
Alston RoadHigh Force is one of the most impressive waterfalls in England boasting a spectacular 21 metre drop. Enjoy the gentle and pretty woodland walk that leads to this spectacular sight at the base of the falls. The dog friendly High Force Hotel is located next to the car park at the start of the walk and serves delicious, home cooked meals all day.
Low Force tumbles over the Whin Sill, a layer of hard dolerite rock (known locally as whinstone). The Whin Sill formed 295 million years ago from molten rock, which cooled and solidified underground.
Today, after millions of years of erosion it is exposed as rocky landscape features at Low Force, High Force and other places in Upper Teesdale.
The Pennine Way footpath route runs alongside the River at Low Force. Low Force is also easily accessible from Bowlees Visitor Centre.
22 locals recommend
Low Force Waterfall
Low Force tumbles over the Whin Sill, a layer of hard dolerite rock (known locally as whinstone). The Whin Sill formed 295 million years ago from molten rock, which cooled and solidified underground.
Today, after millions of years of erosion it is exposed as rocky landscape features at Low Force, High Force and other places in Upper Teesdale.
The Pennine Way footpath route runs alongside the River at Low Force. Low Force is also easily accessible from Bowlees Visitor Centre.
Close to Bowlees Visitor Centre, a short walk leads to the local beauty spot of Summerhill Force and behind the veil of water is the dramatic overhanging rock known as Gibsons Cave. Visit during the winter months and you might be lucky enough to see the waterfall still and frozen!
Summerhill Force & Gibson's Cave
Close to Bowlees Visitor Centre, a short walk leads to the local beauty spot of Summerhill Force and behind the veil of water is the dramatic overhanging rock known as Gibsons Cave. Visit during the winter months and you might be lucky enough to see the waterfall still and frozen!
A ruined castle overlooking the River Tees. A spectacular fortress set on a high rock above the market town, Barnard Castle takes you back to the 12th century. Spot Richard III’s boar emblem carving, enjoy the sensory garden and stunning views of this riverside location.
96 locals recommend
Barnard Castle
Flatts RoadA ruined castle overlooking the River Tees. A spectacular fortress set on a high rock above the market town, Barnard Castle takes you back to the 12th century. Spot Richard III’s boar emblem carving, enjoy the sensory garden and stunning views of this riverside location.
Richmond Castle was originally built to subdue the unruly North of England and is one of the greatest Norman fortresses in Britain. With its breathtaking views of the Yorkshire Dales, it fully deserves its place as one of the finest tourist attractions in North Yorkshire.
40 locals recommend
Richmond Castle
Tower StreetRichmond Castle was originally built to subdue the unruly North of England and is one of the greatest Norman fortresses in Britain. With its breathtaking views of the Yorkshire Dales, it fully deserves its place as one of the finest tourist attractions in North Yorkshire.
It’s easy to spend a whole day in the beautiful setting of Hamsterley Forest; walks aplenty, picnic areas, mountain bike trails and an ice cream van make for a grand day out.
65 locals recommend
Hamsterley Forest
Redford LaneIt’s easy to spend a whole day in the beautiful setting of Hamsterley Forest; walks aplenty, picnic areas, mountain bike trails and an ice cream van make for a grand day out.
Neighbourhoods
Founded by the Normans in 1071, Richmond is a leafy, vibrant market town with an impressive castle keep, a vast cobbled market place and an elegant Georgian district. Explore its colourful past at Easby Abbey, take a guided ghostwalk or stroll along the green banks of the River Swale.
51 locals recommend
Richmond
Founded by the Normans in 1071, Richmond is a leafy, vibrant market town with an impressive castle keep, a vast cobbled market place and an elegant Georgian district. Explore its colourful past at Easby Abbey, take a guided ghostwalk or stroll along the green banks of the River Swale.
Barnard Castle
Flatts Road