Walks & Outdoors Events in Durham
54 upcoming walks & outdoors events
Durham, a city steeped in history, offers an outdoor experience that beautifully blends its rich heritage with the natural beauty of the North East. Explore ancient woodlands like Edmondsley Wood, where centuries of stories whisper through the trees, or wander through the manicured elegance of National Trust - Crook Hall Gardens, a delightful contrast to the wilder landscapes beyond. Rainton Meadows provides expansive green spaces perfect for a bracing walk, often drawing families and those seeking a connection with the countryside. From gentle riverside strolls tracing the River Wear to more challenging hikes across rolling hills, Durham's walks and outdoor events invite you to discover its unique charm at your own pace.
As of August 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 54 upcoming walks & outdoors events in Durham, North East England, including 8 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.
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Durham Fun Puzzle Treasure Hunt! :)
📍 Durham Train Station
£19.99 - £32.99
DIGITAL presents: Tre Reynolds + guests @ Ouseburn Garden
📍 Ouseburn Garden
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Summer of Play: Puppet Panto
📍 Crook Hall Gardens
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History of Durham city walk
📍 Crook Hall Gardens
Forest Fun - Esh Winning Academy
📍 Esh Winning Primary School
£10.00
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Summer of Play: Sports at Crook
📍 Crook Hall Gardens
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Crook Hall Gardens tour: history and literary links
📍 Crook Hall Gardens
BMFA NE Area Monthly Meeting
📍 Burnmoor Cricket Club
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Treasure Hunt/Trial
FREEFREE Durham Hike | 7k Circular | Ramble Worldwide Guided Walk
📍 Delta Hotels Durham Royal County
FREESummer of Play: SEND kids sports and games with Smile Through Sport
📍 Crook Hall Gardens
FREEMove More Holiday Programme Heighington Village Hall Friday 14th August
📍 Heighington Village Hall
FREEThe Pantaloons present Twelfth Night at Crook Hall Gardens
📍 Crook Hall Gardens
FREEFREE Durham Hike | 7k Circular | Ramble Worldwide Guided Walk
📍 Delta Hotels Durham Royal County
Shildon MFC Indoor Model Flying
📍 Newton Aycliffe Leisure Centre
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Summer of Play: Axe throwing with B Outdoors
📍 Crook Hall Gardens
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Crook Hall Gardens tour: horticulture
📍 Crook Hall Gardens
FREEGrowing Together at Hetton Park Community Orchard
📍 Hetton Park
FREENature Rangers at Low Barns
📍 Low Barns
BMFA NE Area Monthly Meeting
📍 Burnmoor Cricket Club
Pub and History Tour of Durham with Alcohol Tasting
📍 Durham Market Place
£30.00
Walkabout Durham History Tour
📍 Durham Market Place
£16.00
Shildon MFC Indoor Model Flying
📍 East Durham College
Dahlia Flower Arranging Workshop at Crook Hall Gardens, Durham
📍 National Trust - Crook Hall Gardens
£55.00
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Walks & Outdoors Events in Durham — Complete Guide
Discover the vibrant walks & outdoors scene in Durham with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates walks & outdoors events from across Durham, providing you with detailed information including venue details, ticket prices, and direct booking links.
Whether you're looking for tonight's walks & outdoors events or planning ahead for the weekend, our real-time listings are updated daily to ensure you never miss out on the best walks & outdoorsexperiences Durham has to offer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many walks & outdoors events are on in Durham?
There are currently 54 upcoming walks & outdoors events in Durham. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming walks & outdoors in the city.
Are there free walks & outdoors events in Durham?
Yes — 8 of the current walks & outdoors listings in Durham are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.
Where can I find walks & outdoors events in Durham this weekend?
Browse this weekend's walks & outdoors events in Durham at /durham/events/this-weekend, or use the date filters to see what's on today, tonight or later this week.
How do I book tickets for walks & outdoors events in Durham?
Every walks & outdoors listing on EventsList.co.uk includes a direct booking link to the official ticket seller. Open any event to see full details, pricing and the "Book Tickets" button.
How often are walks & outdoors listings updated on EventsList?
We pull in new walks & outdoors events for Durham three times a day from official UK ticketing platforms including Ticketmaster, Skiddle and Eventbrite, so you always see the most up-to-date listings.
Walks & Outdoors Events in Durham — Your Complete Guide
Durham's outdoors and walking events calendar is a revelation, particularly for those who assume that city life means being cut off from nature. The city is surrounded by parks, canals, rivers, hills and green corridors that host a year-round programme of guided walks, nature days, cycling events and outdoor adventures.
Guided walks in and around Durham cover everything from urban history and street art tours to wildflower foraging, birdwatching mornings, canal towpath ambles, and challenging hill walks in the surrounding countryside. Many are led by passionate local experts who bring the landscape alive with stories, ecology and history.
Running events, cycling sportives, wild swimming gatherings, and outdoor boot camps make use of the city's natural assets in a more active way, drawing participants of all fitness levels. Park runs — free, timed 5K events held every Saturday morning — are enormously popular and require only a free registration.
Outdoor events in Durham are best enjoyed with appropriate footwear and clothing for changeable British weather. Many guided walks are free or donation-based, making them one of the most accessible activities in the city. Conservation volunteer days, clean-up events and citizen science projects also feature regularly in the Durham outdoors calendar, combining fresh air with community purpose.