Nature reserves, parks & green spaces in County Durham

North Wood

Broadleaved· 43 ha

Thrislington Plantation - Broadleaved woodland

Broadleaved· 42 ha

Westhall Plantation

Conifer· 41 ha

CROW TREES

Crow Trees is a 41-hectare Local Nature Reserve situated in County Durham, North East England. The site features woodlands and wildflower meadows, providing habitats for species like the red squirrel and various butterflies, as well as walking and birdwatching opportunities.

Nature reserve· 41 ha

GORE BURN

Gore Burn is a Local Nature Reserve encompassing 41 hectares in County Durham, North East England. The area features riparian habitats and woodlands, supporting diverse wildlife and offering trails for walking and nature observation.

Nature reserve· 41 ha

Pow Hill Country Park

Urban park· 40 ha

Auckland Castle Deer Park

Broadleaved· 40 ha

West Edmondsley Wood

Broadleaved· 40 ha

CONG BURN WOOD

Cong Burn Wood is a 40-hectare Local Nature Reserve in County Durham, North East, England. This site features mature woodlands and streams, providing habitats for various bird species, mammals, and diverse plant life.

Nature reserve· 40 ha

Horsley Hope

Broadleaved· 40 ha

old mine workings

Historic· 39 ha

Riverside Park

Urban park· 38 ha

Sandy Hill

Plantation· 37 ha

North Belt

Broadleaved· 37 ha

Wood House Park

Urban park· 36 ha

Cowclose Plantation

Conifer· 35 ha

Pennington Plantation - Grassland

Grassland· 35 ha

Struthers' Wood

Conifer· 35 ha

Cragg Wood

Broadleaved· 33 ha

Redhouse Wood

Broadleaved· 33 ha

Whitworth Country Park

Broadleaved· 33 ha

Smiddy Shaw Reservoir

Reservoir· 32 ha

Smiddy Shaw Reservoir

Reservoir· 32 ha

HORDEN GRASSLANDS

Horden Grasslands is a 32-hectare Local Nature Reserve located in County Durham, North East England. The reserve features grassy fields and scrubland, which are home to species such as skylarks, butterflies, and small mammals.

Nature reserve· 32 ha

Mill Wood

Broadleaved· 31 ha

SACRISTON WOOD

Sacriston Wood is a 31-hectare Local Nature Reserve located in County Durham, North East England. The reserve consists primarily of ancient woodland and offers visitors the chance to see a variety of bird species and woodland flora.

Nature reserve· 31 ha

Baal Hill Wood

Broadleaved· 31 ha

Redburn Wood

Conifer· 31 ha

Coldberry lead mine and associated hushes

Scheduled Monument

Historic· 31 ha

Ashburn Wood - Broadleaved woodland

Broadleaved· 30 ha

Murton Blue House Plantations - Woodland plantation

Plantation· 30 ha

Bellburn Wood

Broadleaved· 30 ha

Edderacres Plantation

Conifer· 30 ha

Nanny's Plantation

Conifer· 29 ha

Black Plantation - Woodland plantation

Plantation· 29 ha

Edderacres Dene

Broadleaved· 29 ha

Mawsfield Wood

Broadleaved· 29 ha

Consett Plantation - Woodland plantation

Plantation· 29 ha

Butterby Wood

Mixed· 29 ha

Money Plantation

Broadleaved· 29 ha

NOSES POINT

Noses Point is a 29-hectare Local Nature Reserve in County Durham, North East England. It consists of coastal habitats with diverse plant life, attracting seabirds and allowing visitors to walk along scenic coastal paths.

Nature reserve· 29 ha

Gainford Great Wood

Broadleaved· 29 ha

High Wood

Conifer· 29 ha

TANFIELD LEA MARSH

Tanfield Lea Marsh is a 28-hectare Local Nature Reserve located in County Durham, North East England. Visitors can expect to see wetland habitats that support a variety of bird species, as well as opportunities for walking and observing local wildlife.

Nature reserve· 28 ha

Dam Wood

Broadleaved· 28 ha

High Pot Hill Plantations - Broadleaved woodland

Broadleaved· 28 ha

Conifer woodland near Deaf Hill

Conifer· 28 ha

SOUTH STANLEY WOODS

South Stanley Woods is a 28-hectare Local Nature Reserve situated in County Durham, North East England. The woods include diverse tree species and provide habitats for birds and small mammals, alongside walking trails.

Nature reserve· 28 ha

North Carr Wood

Broadleaved· 28 ha

Grange Wood

Broadleaved· 28 ha