The Top 20 Attractions around Shildon
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Shildon. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Shildon 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.
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: October 10, 2025
The country park in the grounds of Auckland Castle is mostly in the area between the River Wear and the River Gaunless. The castle is the home for the Prince …
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Low Barns Nature Reserve is a SSSI area of mixed wetland, lake, woodland and wet woodland set around three lakes. It was originally farmland but then used for gravel and …
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A friendly cafe that serves cakes and hot drinks and a extensive breakfast and lunch menu. The sunday lunch is recommeneded!
Open everyday from 10:00 - 15:00.
Sunday lunch from 11:30 - 14:00.
Open everyday from 10:00 - 15:00.
Sunday lunch from 11:30 - 14:00.
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Newton Cap Viaduct is Grade II listed and was built in 1857 to carry the Bishop Auckland to Durham City railway across the River Wear. The viaduct fell into disuse when the railway closed in 1968.
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This has free admission and as well as the trains there is a café and toilet facilities.
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