Free Breathtaking Days Out

Hi Everyone,

Here are our top five picks for breathtaking days out. These are all places that have the most beautiful scenery and make you feel like you've travelled to an exotic destination without heading to the airport. What's even better is they are all free to visit (parking charges may apply). Click the links to read our full reviews.

ROSEBERRY TOPPING

You will feel like you're on top of the world when you reach the peek of this magnificent hill. It's not only a beautiful view from the top but also has the most stunning scenery all the way up. 

ROSEBERRY TOPPING REVIEW

BRIMHAM ROCKS

It almost feels like you are in a different world here. The scenery is just sureal. Whether you climb to the top of the highest rocks or observe the beauty from the ground you're sure to have a great time.

BRIMHAM ROCKS REVIEW

WHARTON PARK

This park offers spectacular views of Durham including the cathedral. We would definitely recommend a visit as it has a little something for everyone to enjoy.

WHARTON PARK REVIEW

FINCHALE PRIORY

The ruins of the priory are set within wonderful grounds, including a stunning river and woods. Plenty of amazing sights to see and explore.

FINCHALE PRIORY REVIEW

BOWLEES AND HIGHFORCE WATERFALLS

Waterfalls are just so magical  and these two are no exception. You can enjoy gorgeous walks in the beautiful countryside to reach the top of Highforce. It's hard to believe that you can visit these awesome falls so close to home.

BOWLEES AND HIGHFORCE REVIEWIEW

As always please feel free to check out our ULTIMATE ACTIVITY LIST for even more ideas.

Wharton Park and Durham

 Hi Everyone,

We recently visited Wharton Park in Durham which is located next to the railway station. The park is set in  beautiful surroundings and has spectacular views of Durham cathedral.

The park is split into various sections, at the entrance their is a visitor centre with toilet facilities and a cafe offering takeaway food options. There are lots of picnic tables and benches dotted around to enjoy any goodies you purchase or just to admire the view. 

Next to this is a younger children's play area with lots of different equipment with a train theme. Directly opposite is an obstacle course with a well equipped outdoor gym aimed at ages 14+. This area has a particular lovely view of the catherderal and is ideal for a photo opportunity. You can also see the trains coming into the station so perfect for any train spotters.

Further into the park there is a basketball court and older kids play area. This is again well equppied and has a particularly cool slide with various obstacles to climb to reach the summit.

The play area leads onto a beautiful community garden filled with blooms. It's a lovely little area with lots of butterflies fluttering around.

Back towards the top of the park is the old battery which again boosts lovely views and the kids loved the castle feel to it.

You can find lots of sculptures around the park and information boards giving lots of interesting info about the park and what's in it. We really enjoyed reading them as we walked around.

The park has lots of events and even has a mini car track and putting green. Check their website for when activities are back up and running.

http://www.durham.gov.uk/whartonpark

After visiting the park we took a short walk into Durham and visited Bell's fish and chip shop in the market square. We always like to mention Bell's as not only do they make amazing food but they are also coeliac friendly so it's always ago to for us. They are taking part in the government's 50% eat out to help out deal so a perfect time to try them if you haven't before.

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