YOUR LOCAL HOLIDAY GUIDE
Things to do in County Durham
Durham city
Explore the streets around the cathedral peninsula and include a walk beside the River Wear. The centre is compact, but slopes and cobbles make footwear and the route into town worth considering.
Living history at Beamish
Beamish is an open-air museum rather than a quick indoor stop. Leave a generous part of the day for its different areas and check the museum’s current visitor information before setting off.
Teesdale and High Force
Teesdale offers a very different landscape from the city. Make a waterfall visit or a chosen countryside walk the focus of the day, then stop in a nearby village rather than rushing between distant attractions.
Local shops, food & places to browse
Durham’s market area and Barnard Castle’s town centre are sensible places to look for local food, independent shops and a café break. Check individual market dates before making a special journey.
Planning your holiday in County Durham
The city, Dales and coast are separate day-trip areas. Build outings around your actual park address and check access arrangements for waterfalls and museums, especially with a pushchair or wheelchair.
Choosing where to stay
A base near Durham favours heritage visits; a Dales location offers a quieter starting point for countryside days.
Before you book, check the advert’s address, sleeping arrangements, park facilities and any extra charges with the owner. Use the search filters for features such as decking, a hot tub or a washing machine, and park facilities such as a pool or clubhouse.
County Durham holiday questions
Can I find private caravans and lodges to rent in County Durham?
Any current adverts for this area appear in the holiday homes section above. If nothing is listed or your search has no matches, it will show “Nothing available right now”. The area guide remains available to help you plan.
How do I check dates and contact the owner?
Enter an arrival date, length of stay and guest count above. Results use the owner’s availability calendar and minimum stay. Open an advert to see its details and request your dates. The owner confirms final availability, prices and hire terms.
Where should I base my holiday in County Durham?
A base near Durham favours heritage visits; a Dales location offers a quieter starting point for countryside days. Check the exact address and journey to the places you plan to visit before enquiring.
Can I advertise my caravan or lodge here?
Owners can list a holiday home with an annual or monthly membership. Enter the actual town or village and select the correct country and region in your dashboard so an eligible published advert appears in the right area. See owner plans and listing prices.
Plan your days out
Use these local visitor resources to check current opening times, access, event dates and activity bookings before travelling.