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This attractive market town situated in the North East of England has been the birthplace of Railways since 1821 when a bill was past for a horse drawn railway to link the nearby colleries in West Durham. Darlington has been a fantastic day out for train enthusiasts of all ages and visitors have flocked from far and wide to see The Rail Centre and museum.

In 1949 Harold Brasington knew what he was doing when he started pushing dirt around an old peanut field, with every lap completed the Darlington Raceway slowly came to life. Still today the track's specifications remain true to the original vision, save a few minor adjustments this really is an unbelievably upbeat day out for the whole family! For a brush with nature, stroll around the collection of individually designed gardens at Paddock Farm and Water Gardens. Cross the bridge over the waterfall that flows into the large Koi pond to visit the oriental pagoda home to an intriguing granite statue, walk beside a flowing stream, relax in the Mediterranean Courtyard or visit the Woodmans Lodge. This really is a jewel in the crown of County Down and an outing that really shouldn’t be missed! Set in the enchanting 200-acre deer park the Historic Raby Castle is another must see for the area. The castle was largely built in the 14th century however most of the interior now dates from the 18th and 19th centuries with a few medieval character features remaining.

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