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Durham Book Festival (01/06/2010)
Heritage Open Days (01/06/2010)
England V Pakistan One Day International (01/06/2010)
Durham voted in UK's Top-15 cities by Travel Bible (03/09/2010)
Durham Book Festival programme out now (03/09/2010)
Locomotion welcomes millionth visitor (03/09/2010)
Castles, Historic Houses and Gardens
Durham's castles and historic houses are filled with dazzling art and furniture collections - not to mention swashbuckling legends and the odd ghost or two. Explore the medieval kitchens at Raby Castle, take in the stunning surroundings of Durham Castle's Norman Chapel, experience the atmospheric ruins of Barnard Castle or escape to the sanctuary of Crook Hall and Gardens and Durham University's Botanic Garden.
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Raby Castle
Medieval Raby Castle, home of Lord Barnard's family since 1626, includes a 200 acre deer park, walled gardens, carriage collection, adventure playground, shop and tearoom.
Special Offers
- Type:
- Castle / Fort
- Location:
Staindrop
Crook Hall and Gardens
Medieval hall with Jacobean drawing room, turret and gallery, set in 4 acres of gardens, 2 walled gardens, a maze, a silver and white garden and Shakespeare garden.
Special Offers
- Type:
- Garden
- Location:
Durham
Durham University Botanic Garden
Set in countryside and mature woodland. Plant collections from North America, Himalayas and China, glasshouse rainforest and desert plants. Six Colin Wilbourne sculptures in landscaped garden.
- Type:
- Botanic Garden
- Location:
Durham
Durham Castle
Durham Castle is part of the Durham City World Heritage Site. Entrance by guided tour only. Opening can vary - please telephone 0191 334 3800 to check days open and guided tour times.
- Type:
- Castle / Fort
- Location:
Durham
The Bowes Museum
The Bowes Museum houses a collection of outstanding European fine and decorative arts and offers an acclaimed exhibition programme, alongside special events and children's activities.
Special Offers
- Type:
- Museum
- Location:
Barnard Castle
Binchester Roman Fort
Remains of part of the Roman fort Vinovia including an excellent military bath house. New campaign of excavation commenced in 2009, to continue to 2013.
- Type:
- Castle / Fort
- Location:
Binchester
Whitworth Hall Country Park
Historic parkland with resident deer, ornamental lake, Victorian walled garden, Britain's most northerly vineyard, children's playground and Grade II listed building.
- Type:
- Country / Royal Park
- Location:
Spennymoor
Rokeby Park
A beautiful Palladian-style country house which was the setting for Sir Walter Scott's ballad 'Rokeby'. A unique collection of 18thC needlework and period furniture.
- Type:
- Historic House / Palace
- Location:
Barnard Castle
Auckland Castle
Historically the Prince Bishops' country residence, home to the Bishop of Durham. Visit St Peter's Chapel, state rooms and deer park.
- Type:
- Castle / Fort
- Location:
Bishop Auckland
Hardwick Park
Eighteenth century park, recently restored, with visitor centre/cafe. Open daily.
- Type:
- Country / Royal Park
- Location:
Sedgefield
Barnard Castle
Ruined castle overlooking the River Tees with a fine great hall and a dominating round-towered keep.
Special Offers
- Type:
- Castle / Fort
- Location:
Barnard Castle
The World of Trees & Houghall Gardens
Extensive gardens used as a horticultural training resource from Houghall College. Features include glasshouses, woodland garden, general display gardens and the recently opened "The World of Trees" Arboretum.
- Type:
- Garden
- Location:
Durham
Pow Hill Country Park
A moorland country park on the banks of the Derwent Reservoir.
- Type:
- Country / Royal Park
- Location:
Edmundbyers
Eggleston Hall Gardens
4.5 acres of winding paths, borders, a stream, walls and 16thC churchyard. Wide range of plants for sale, including trees, shrubs, hardy perennials and herbs.
- Type:
- Garden
- Location:
Eggleston
Derwent Walk
Route for walkers, cyclists and horse riders following the former railway line in the Derwent Valley.
- Type:
- Country / Royal Park
- Location:
Derwentside
Croxdale Hall
Croxdale Hall, home to the Salvin family since 1402, stands boldly over the River Wear. All visits by prior appointment - please telephone 0191 378 0911 to book.
- Type:
- Historic House / Palace
- Location:
Croxdale
Bowes Castle
The massive ruins of Henry II's 12thC tower keep, set within the earthworks of a Roman fort guarding the strategic Stainmore Pass over the Pennines.
- Type:
- Castle / Fort
- Location:
Bowes
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