There are plenty of places to see and visit around Shadforth. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Shadforth is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: September 28, 2025

Durham Cathedral (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Durham Cathedral is a remarkable and spectacular building at the heart of this historic and ancient city. Along with nearby Durham Castle, it is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. …

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Durham Castle

Along with the magnificent cathedral, Durham Castle is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has been continuously occupied since its construction, which began in 1072 under the orders of …

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Tommy Statue (Eleven-O-One) – Seaham

Large statue of First World War soldier overlooking green on Seaham front. Coffee shops, cafes, fish and chip shops and ice-cream parlours along the front.

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The Count's House Folly

Though called the Count's House, this building is in fact a former summer house dating from about 1820. The original Count's House was about 100 yards nearer to Prebend's Bridge …

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Durham Cow Statue

According to legend, Durham was built on the back of this cow.

The legend of the cow, the monks and the wandering milkmaid.

(apparently monks carrying St Cuthbert’s coffin bumped …

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The Top 20 Attractions around Shadforth

Durham Cathedral (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Durham Castle

Tommy Statue (Eleven-O-One) – Seaham

The Count's House Folly

Durham Cow Statue

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