Nature & gardens
Castle Eden Dene National Nature Reserve
A steep-sided wooded limestone gorge running down towards the coast, one of the largest natural woodlands in the North East, with yew trees, rocky outcrops and good insect and bird life. Wild-feeling walking for older children; paths get muddy and steep.
📍 Peterlee, North East · SR8 1NJ
Visitor information
- Ages
- 4–16+
- Typical visit
- Half day
- Address
- Oakerside Dene Lodge, Stanhope Chase, Peterlee SR8 1NJ
- Opening times
- Open access
Family facilities
Last checked 7 Oct 2026
- AccessibilityShort accessible path from the lodge car park; the dene itself is not wheelchair-suitable.
- ParkingCar park at Oakerside Dene Lodge (SR8 1NJ).
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Make a day of it
Castle Eden Dene National Nature Reserve is a stop on this planned day out, with timings, lunch and what's nearby.
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