The Area
Whether you want to just stay on Park surrounded by friendly community and great facilities, or taking a day trip with the family, there is so much to discover around Walworth Castle Country Park. Enviably situated just outside Darlington, our homes are surrounded by miles of beautiful woodland but never too far from a charming market town or amenities.
Neighbouring Towns
Perfectly situated in the heart of County Durham, just outside of the affluent village of Heighington, you can have the best of both worlds: an abundance of amenities and services just minutes away, as well stunningly peaceful countryside surroundings all around.
The bustling towns and cities of Darlington, Durham and Hartlepool are just a short drive and offer fantastic shopping, fine dining and a multitude of historical heritage & culture sites to explore and discover.
Darlington - 10 minutes
Durham - 25 minutes
Stockton on Hees - 25 minutes
Hartlepool - 35 minutes
Durham Heritage coast - 40 minutes
Heritage & Culture Sites
Between trips to coffee shops and exploring backstreets, there are plenty of sites to visit when the feeling strikes. The stunning medieval site Raby Castle is just 12 minutes away; explore the grounds to discover beautiful ponds and an abundance of wildlife within its 200 acre deer park and walled gardens.
Durham is a popular destination for visitors of all ages with stunning architectural destinations such as UNESCO World Heritage Sites cathedral and Norman castle. Durham Castle is currently a working building and home to many University students, as such guided tours are offered to see almost every space of this incredible space.
English Heritage's Egglestone Abbey is another breath-taking historical site just 25 minutes away from the Park. These charming ruins of a Premonstratensian abbey is situated on the bank of the River Tees and you don't need to pay a penny to visit!
Yorkshire Dales
This National Park has something for everyone by encompassing thousands of square miles of moors, woodland, villages and hills. When you're driving to historical landmarks you'll be sure to notice just how breath-taking this beautiful landscape is. The Yorkshire Dales boasts many stunning spots, but its top attractions include Ingleton Waterfalls Trail, White Scar Cave and Aysgarth Falls.
If you're looking to discover one of these top spots, or explore some hidden treasure, you definitely won't be short of places to discover along its innumerable walking trails and bike routes. Ranging from easy to experienced, you can explore these paths for yourself or put your feet up a little with an assisted E-bike, which you can hire from businesses like VO Cycling.