Top Things to do in Weardale
10 Things to do in Weardale That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Weardale, United Kingdom including The Weardale Museum & High House Chapel, Slitt Wood and West Rigg Geotrail, Black Bull Inn, Killhope Lead Mining Museum, Demesne Mill Picnic Area, St Thomas the Apostle's Church, Tunstall Reservoir, Weardale Open Air Swimming Pool, Inkerman Beehive Coke Ovens, Weardale Railway.
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1. The Weardale Museum & High House Chapel
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5.0 based on 33 reviews
The Weardale Museum is a volunteer run charity in Ireshopeburn, County Durham. It is a small cottage museum which occupies the house next to High House Methodist Chapel, the oldest methodist Chapel in continuous use. The Museum collection tells the story of the lead-mining people and also their encounters with John Wesley and the early methodists and a visit to the chapel is part of the admission fee. The trustees encourage visitors to touch and interact with many of the fascinating objects in their Weardale Kitchen. Durham quilts and a beautifully embroidered tapestry of Weardale History are among the highlights of a visit as well as the collection of sparkling crystals and minerals from the nearby lead mines. For those interested in family history we offer a huge database of over 60,000 Weardale people. Our season starts at the Easter weekend and then we are open From May 1st to October 31st. Check our website for details of the hours and days of opening.
Reviewed By 443jillg - Albuquerque, United States
I am an American who has researched my genealogy, trying to learn more about my English ancestors for many years. I've discovered many far-flung relatives in the US, also descending from John Atkinson and Martha Miller of Stanhope, England. Amazingly, all of us had the same family lore: that our great great grandfather played with a band that performed in the Crystal Palace. But we never got the whole story about who they were and how and why we ended up in America. Until we connected with Ken Heatherington of the Weardale Museum. He had all the intertwined names of my ancestors, their stories and relationships. I can't say how much I appreciate the Weardale Museum helping us solve ancestral mysteries and giving faces and personalities to our ancestors who, before this, were only names on a chart.
2. Slitt Wood and West Rigg Geotrail
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By G7852CCnicolag
This is a lovely walk if you like breath taking views and are interested in history of the mining in the area I will recommend this walk to others as it is varied and really interesting
3. Black Bull Inn
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4.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By rachb790 - Staindrop, United Kingdom
Enjoyed a fabulous meal with friends. Every meal was delicious. What a fabulous atmosphere, we’ll almost definitely be back.
4. Killhope Lead Mining Museum
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4.5 based on 258 reviews
Killhope is closed until further notice. Killhope The North of England Lead Mining Museum is a multi-award winning attraction and is situated 450 metres (1500 feet) above sea level in Upper Weardale within the stunning North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With breathtaking scenery, underground adventure, hands-on activities, fascinating lead mining history, woodland walks and amazing flora and wildlife, there is so much to do and see for all the family.
5. Demesne Mill Picnic Area
6. St Thomas the Apostle's Church
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4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By AnnetteJ682
Right in the centre of Stanhope, this beautiful church and graveyard is well worth a visit. Rest awhile in its peace, and admire the artistry all around you. Woodcarvings, stonework, stained glass (Medieval and Victorian) and ornate needlework all delight the eye and soothe the soul. Look out for the Roman altar recovered from the moors, the Frosterley Marble Victorian font and a Saxon font. The graveyard is also of interest, with many headstones conveying the heartbreakingly high levels of child and infant mortality of the past. Don't miss the stone coffins from Crusader times to the left of the church porch, and take time to marvel at the 250 million year old Fossil Tree near the churchyard entrance. The church now has a lovely little coffee shop inside, serving homemade cake and hot drinks. Staffed by friendly volunteers, you're assured of service with a smile!
7. Tunstall Reservoir
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4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By Soozee - Frosterley, United Kingdom
Tunstall is a lovely reservoir, very natural with a wood along one side, and it is an easy walk all the way around, although its is muddy in wet weather. On our last visit we walked to the nature reserve at the top end then across to Salter's Gate and up towards the dismantled railway line. It was a lovely walk, although incredibly muddy. We also had to skirt around a herd of cows. There is parking at Tunstall, although I suspect it is really for the fisherman, who have a club there. The toilets are sometimes open. I believe the car park has been closed owing to the current pandemic.
8. Weardale Open Air Swimming Pool
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4.0 based on 23 reviews
Weardale Open Air Swimming Pool is the only heated open air swimming pool in County Durham. It is located in Stanhope, Weardale . The relaxing environment provides the perfect backdrop to unwind with a rejuvenating swim, all nestled among the picturesque hills of Stanhope's surrounding countryside. The water is heated to a tropical 80+degrees Fahrenheit nearly 30 degrees centigrade, making it an enjoyable experience, come rain or shine! Why not come and see for yourself?
9. Inkerman Beehive Coke Ovens
10. Weardale Railway
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 547 reviews
