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Family-Friendly Activities in County Durham: Fun for All Ages

18 Aug 2023

County Durham has plenty to offer you and your little ones, should you be looking forward to a stay at your holiday home this summer. From the award winning Beamish Museum to historic Durham Cathedral, you’ll never be short of things to do in the local area.

Our five-star country parks with static caravans for sale in County Durham put you conveniently close to a wide range of family-friendly sights and attractions that are suitable for the whole family. No matter who is travelling, you’re bound to find something for everyone!

Whether you are looking for an afternoon filled with history, farmyard animals, interactive museum exhibitions, or fun in the fresh air; we’ve got you covered with a list of things to do.

The Deer Park at Raby Castle

The picturesque parklands at Raby Castle make for the perfect family day out!

Discover 200 acres of diverse wildlife to enjoy from the doorstep of the castle as well as a selection of walking routes, where you can meet herds of red and fallow deer. 

Beamish Museum 

The world famous open air museum, Beamish Museum, brings the history of North East England to life. 

Fun for the whole family, you will get the chance to meet costumed folk and discover fascinating stories of everyday life in the region from the 1820’s through to the 1950’s. 

Dogs are allowed and there are plenty of places to eat and drink at the museum, including fish and chip shops, bakeries, confectionery shops, pubs and tea rooms.

Locomotion (The National Railway Museum)

Enjoy a fun family day out in the birthplace of railways at Locomotion in Shildon!

Completely free, without the need to pre-book, Locomotion displays the highlights of the national collection of railway vehicles in the world’s first railway town. It is the perfect place to explore the local railway history and learn how the railways have changed our lives. 

Cafe Number One serves up a range of hot and cold dishes, sandwiches, snacks and children’s lunchboxes daily and you can discover an extensive range of railway gifts, books, posters, models and clothing in the museum’s gift shop.

Hall Hill Farm

Who doesn’t love cute animals? At Hall Hill Farm, there is the opportunity to feed lambs, and donkeys as well as hold rabbits, watch puppet shows and enjoy plenty of family time.

As well as learning how the farm works, adults and children will be able to interact with a wide range of farm animals. There is also a fun outdoor play area for kids with swings, slides and climbing frames and indoor play area for wet and cold days.

There is also a nine-hole adventure golf course if the little ones get bored of the playgrounds and animals.

Hardwick Park

Explore the great outdoors with family at Hardwick Park. Take in the natural beauty of the shimmering lake and surrounding woodland, with an abundance of wildlife to keep you company.

During your walk, be sure to keep your eyes peeled for an amazing range of habitats, sculptures and buildings that will be of interest. There are also multiple events hosted at the park throughout the year suitable for families.

If you are interested in owning a holiday home at one of our five-star country parks, look no further than our static caravans for sale in County Durham

Contact our friendly and knowledgeable team who will be happy to help your holiday dreams become a reality. 

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