There are plenty of places to see and visit around South Hetton. Whether you love hiking or cycling, South Hetton 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: October 4, 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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Penshaw Monument

A lovely and peaceful spot to visit if you are in the area. Access to the top is possible by a spiral staircase. As a folly, the 1844 monument was built solely for decorative purposes.

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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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The Top 20 Attractions around South Hetton

Durham Cathedral (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Penshaw Monument

Durham Castle

Tommy Statue (Eleven-O-One) – Seaham

The Count's House Folly

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