Walking in County Durham - Cicerone

40 contrasting day walks from easy to strenuous.

Historic landmarks and a varied landscape to explore.

County Durham - the land of the Prince-Bishops - lies between two mighty rivers: the Tyne to the north and the Tees to the south, stretching from the high Pennines to the cliffs of the east coast.

These walking routes explore all corners of this varied and historic landscape - wild moorlands, gentle countryside, riverside walks, nature reserves, heritage sites, passing Roman forts, ancient churches and castles.

Packed with local information on the wildlife, geology, history and industrial heritage of the county.