the inspirational Durham Dale
Follow in the footsteps of Turner, Dickens and Sir Walter Scott to find inspiration for your next break to Teesdale.
In Teesdale you will find the perfect mix of peaceful open spaces, majestic waterfalls, adventure, culture, shopping and local food. Experience the vibrant market towns of Barnard Castle and Middleton in Teesdale and discover many pretty villages.
Imagine the views, imagine the bees buzzing in a wild flower hay meadow, imagine seeing a Van Dyke, imagine finding an antiques treasure to take home.
Follow your imagination and be inspired to explore Teesdale.
Enjoy the gamboling lambs, wide swathes of snowdrops and emergence of legions of daffodils in Teesdale.
Novice and experienced sailors alike are welcome at Teesdale Sailing Club on Grassholme Reservoir.
Immerse yourself in the vast wide open views and the stunning upland scenery in this tour through the North Pennines.
A wealth of history is waiting to be discovered at the fantastically preserved Raby Castle.
Images reproduced by kind permission:
Background image - Visit County Durham
Slider Images: Bleabeck Footbridge - Richard Laidler, Raby Castle - Raby Estates, Sunset Toward Middleton - Steven Iceton
Hannah's Barn and Meadow - Durham Wildlife Trust, Low Force - Teesdale Marketing Ltd