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Great Outdoors

Teesdale has woodlands, waterfalls, forest, farmland and moorland, the dale's great beauty and wild landscape are perfect for enjoying a wide range outdoor activities.

View towards Middleton in Teesdale

A large swathe of Teesdale is part of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Milky Way from Teesdale

Wonder at the stunning beauty of the milky way at one of the Teesdale Dark Sky discovery sites.

Grassholme Reservoir

Enjoy some of the country's best trout fishing, or go walking, sailing or cycling at one of Teesdale six stunning reservoirs.

Low Force

Experience the power and beauty of many waterfalls and the journey of the rivers through Teesdale.

Family walking in Hamsterley Forest

Get out and enjoy the great outdoors in Teesdale's wonderful countryside and open landscape.

Widdybank Fell

Moor House in Upper Teesdale is England's most dramatic national nature reserve with panoramic views and stunning wildlife.

Walking group with guide

Join in the week long festival of walking with guided walks and special events.

Open Garden

Peek behind the hedgerows and walls during Teesdale's celebration of the open garden scheme.

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