Local Walks
Peterlee and it's surrounding areas has plenty of opportunities for walking and enjoying the fresh air. Whether it's a long ramble you're looking for, or a short brisk walk, you'll find some interesting areas to enjoy.
An enjoyable walk can be tken through the town's National Nature Reserve at Castle Eden Dene. You can access the Dene from the visitor centre at Oakerside Dene Lodge, Stanhope Chase, which is signposted from the A19 and Peterlee Town Centre. You will find ample parking facilities and picnic benches. Further details about walking in the Dene can be found at www.english-nature.org.uk or you can contact the Dene Lodge on (0191) 5860004
Durham Coastal Footpath - An 11 mile (18km) route from Seaham to Crimdon. For an illustrated guide please contact call into Peterlee Information Centre, 4 Upper Yoden Way, Peterlee, Co. Durham, or find further information by visiting www.easington.gov.uk.
The National Trust organises some walks along the Durham Coast, for further details please contact (0191) 5813905
'Walk Around' The District of Easington produces a range of 13 leaflets covering walks around local villages. You can pick these up at Peterlee Information Centre
Useful contacts for walking in the area:
Peterlee Rambling Club - contact Walter Taylor on (01429) 835995
Site Rangers and Ecology Section, Durham County Council. Tel: (0191) 3834144
District of Easington Tourism Officer, Melanie Lowes. Tel: (0191) 5863366 e-mail: melanie.lowes@edbs.co.uk
'Get Active Get Walking' - Health for All, contact them on (0191) 6269199