To See & Do 

Whether you're in Darlington for a short break, on a day trip or just enjoying some leisure time, Darlington has plenty to keep you amused and you really must take time to see our award-winning 'Art in the Yards'.  Our 'Art in the Yards' mini trail guide will introduce you to all of the seventeen piece of art and explain a little about them - it even has a map to locate each artwork.

Explore the compact town centre on a series of self-guided heritage trails from our 'discover a different Darlington', guide, which is available in PDF format only.  It takes you on a voyage of discovery and uncovers delightful sights; quirky facts and fascinating tales and parts of the town you would perhaps never know existed.  

Or, get out into the Darlington countryside.  Stroll along the lazy River Tees; explore the sculptures at West Park or relax in the 91 acres of beautiful South Park.  Find them all and much more in the 'walk the Darlington way guide ...'. It features over 20 strolls, walks and rambles so there's something for everyone. Darlington's Heighington Village won the award of 'Britain's Best Village' in the BBC TV series of the same name some 2 years ago.  This accolade confirms what is best about Darlington: it is an attractive market town, with contemporary facilities supported by attractive rural villages and delightful countryside.

At Head of Steam, Darlington's railway museum, celebrate the pioneering Quakers who made the dream of steam a reality and brought the world rail travel. After its multi-million pound development programme, the 'Golden Age of Steam' is brought right up to date.  It's a superb place for families and its new café make it great for a longer visit to enjoy the fun.

Then of course, there's shopping, nightlife, sport, music, events and eating out  to enjoy, so relax ... it's time for some fun!