Things to do in Durham

Pssst… Did you know we have over 1,200 Trails all over the UK? Take your pick from our curated collection of self-guided walks. Explore one of our beautiful Durham Trails for a fun day out with your favourite crew. Click the markers on the map above, check out the sites listed below, or find a specific place using the search bar. Read on for a taste of what to expect on your Trail adventure… 

Treasure Trails offer you the chance to navigate your way around Durham while following your very own captivating story. Follow a series of cheeky clues to crack the secret code and save the day! Whether you’re 6 or 106, you’ll become fully focused on unearthing the next answer. You won’t even notice the couple of miles you’ve covered along the way (perfect for little legs!). Channel your inner 007 or Indiana Jones and get set on an adventure you’ll never forget. Which awesome Trail will tempt you first?  

There are plenty of things to do in County Durham, and a Treasure Trail will soon be top of your list! With 16 Trails to explore, you’re spoilt for choice in this stunning area. From the cobbled streets of historic Durham to the beautiful coastal town of Seaham, there are nooks and crannies to explore. Where will your next Trail take you? 

Get started in the City of Durham with a confusing detective mystery! Sniff out ‘allsorts’ of clues to ‘rock’ this sugary case. While you’re in the city, there are a further four Trails to track down. Head to the riverside in Yarm with your team of TOP spies for a meandering mission to disarm a dastardly device that threatens to cause ripples throughout this picturesque town. From river to coast, hotfoot it to scenic Seaham in search of an amazing lost relic, last seen in Victorian times!  

If you’re wondering what to do in County Durham, we think we have the answer! Take your first step on a Treasure Trail, and you’ll never look back. What more do you need for a fun-filled day out for the whole family than a self-guided quest around the local area? You’ll discover some hidden gems along the way and make wonderful memories to boot. So, grab your sense of adventure and let’s get (code) cracking!  

Discover all of County Durham’s fantastic Treasure Trails in the list below. To find somewhere more specific to your location, scroll up to the top of the page for a map view, or enter the place you’d like to explore into the search bar.