Birthplace of the railways

Durham and Tees Valley is one of the birthplaces of the railways, with the Stockton and Darlington Railway company being the first in the world to use steam locomotives

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Durham and Tees Valley features

Explore the best that Durham and Tees Valley has to offer

Shopping

Shop ‘til you drop in Durham, Middlesbrough and Stockton

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Things to do

Outdoor adventures in Durham and Tees Valley

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Arts and culture

Arts and culture in County Durham

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Businesses urged to join walking campaign to boost public health

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Stepping up to the challenge – by going the extra smile

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Relax and retreat in luxury at Redworth Hall Hotel

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Things to do

Discover wonderful Weardale

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Things to do

Top 10 things to do in Durham Tees Valley

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Arts and culture

Dear John letter holds the key to 40-year-old castle mystery

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Things to do

How to spend 48 hours in Durham Tees Valley

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Things to do

Top 10 reasons to visit Durham Tees Valley

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Arts and culture

Birthplace of the railways

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Sport in Durham Tees Valley

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Arts and culture

History and heritage of Durham Tees Valley

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Travel

Getting to and around Durham Tees Valley

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