County Durham is considered to be a very picturesque county and you can easily take in its sights through walking trails. If you fancy going on these walks you might prefer for the route to not be too difficult to follow and to end up exactly back where you started. Luckily there are plenty of circular walks you can take in the county, most of which are a couple of miles long and take between one and three hours.
Five stunning circular walks to do around County Durham: Barnard Castle to Cotherstone Circular Starting at the grounds of Barnard Castle, the trail heads out along the road next to the River Tees and the path through the woodlands and beside Scur Beck before winding through the farmlands to Cotherstone. From here the trail returns through the town streets, Shipely Wood, and farm fields. This walk is considered a moderate route - given that it's a 13.
2km circular trail. It takes an average of 3 hours and 23 minutes to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, running, and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times.
The best times to visit this trail are March through October. Find the full route here. Hardwick Park and Knotty Hill Circular Spanning just over 4 miles, this route is perfect for the whole family and the dog(s)! Treelined paths, tranquil ponds, birdlife and all of the great amenities of Hardwick Park await you here.
Enjoy the café, picnic areas and a children's playground. Dogs are very welcome but expect farm animals. Try .
