Walking and cycling

Whether you're looking to get active with the family during the summer holidays, or you want to get back on the bike to invigorate your commute, the NEW Go Smarter Go Active Roadshow could be just the thing to get you moving.  

There are two Velosolutions Pump Tracks in Chopwell Park that are fun, flowing and challenging

A woodland walk with plenty of wildlife

Take a walk or cycle around one of the many paths around the lake

Find out how much the former Watergate Colliery has transformed, now a haven for wildlife.

Walk along the Quayside to one of the last surviving coal Staithes

A woodland walk heading towards the Angel of the North. The contemporary sculpture, designed by Antony Gormley

Head to this lovely park suitable for prams, wheelchairs, scooters and bikes.

Check out the three ponds teaming with wildlife.

Visit our award winning Victorian park.

A natural area of greenspace with panoramic views.