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less than 2 miles
St Brandon's Church
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Church / Chapel
Brancepeth
St Brandon's Church is set in the beautiful village of Brancepeth, having been recently restored after a devastating fire in 1998. As well as being the Parish Church for the Brancepeth area it is also available for use as a concert venue.
Brancepeth Castle
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Castle / Fort
Durham
Brancepeth is one of the oldest castles in the North East. The building today is a combination of the Nevilles' medieval stronghold and the grand country house created for the wealthy Russell family in Regency times.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
The Fun Zone
Littleburn industrial estate, Langley Moor
less than 5 miles
Durham Cathedral Tours
Type
Type:
Cathedral / Minister
Durham City
Discover the hidden history of Durham Cathedral with one of our regular guided tours. Tours are available Monday to Saturday and last for approximately 1 hour. Tickets can be purchased from the Information Desk at the back of the Cathedral on the…
Elvet Methodist Church
Type
Type:
Church / Chapel
Durham
Elvet Methodist Church is situated in Old Elvet, three minutes walk east of the market place.
Wharton Park
Type
Type:
Municipal Park
Durham City
This VisitEngland accredited attraction Wharton Park commands spectacular views across Durham City. The historic park now offers a brand new heritage centre and cafe, play area for all ages, an amphitheatre and miniature car track, multi-use games…
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021
Durham Cathedral Tower
Type
Type:
Tower
Durham City
Enjoy spectacular views of the historic city of Durham and the surrounding countryside by climbing the cathedral’s Central Tower. Make a climb up the towers, the high point of your visit to Durham Cathedral.
Visitors can conquer the 325 steps and…
Durham Presbyterian Church
Type
Type:
Church / Chapel
Durham
Bible-based preaching in a warm and friendly atmosphere. In the evening, after the second service, there is an opportunity to ask questions in an informal setting over tea in a member’s home. Please do join us, we’d love to see you at any of our…
St Oswald's Church
Type
Type:
Church / Chapel
Durham
St Oswald’s is an Anglican church in the centre of the beautiful university and cathedral city of Durham.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021
Lord Londonderry Statue
Type
Type:
Historic Site
Durham City
Raffaele Monti's statue of Charles William Vane Stewart, the 3rd Marquess of Londonderry.
Beaurepaire Manor House
Type
Type:
Historic Site
Durham
Ruins of a medieval manor house used as a medieval country retreat for the Priors of Durham. Dates from mid 13th century. .
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021
St Margaret of Antioch Church
Type
Type:
Church / Chapel
Durham
St Margaret of Antioch: a friendly parish church in the heart of Durham. Over many centuries St Margaret’s has welcomed countless wanderers and pilgrims in the name of Christ.
Diggerland
Type
Type:
Adventure Park / Playground
Langley Park
Diggerland is the UK’s most unique construction-themed adventure park where guests can drive, ride and operate earth-moving machinery in a safe and family friendly environment. There's one right here in Durham and you can save money off pay on the…
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence 2018
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
Durham Museum
Type
Type:
Museum
Durham City
Local history museum housed in historic church near cathedral. Tells the story of Durham from 10thC to present day using displays, models and artefacts. Brass rubbing and shop.
Durham Castle
Type
Type:
Castle / Fort
Durham City
Durham Castle is part of the Durham City World Heritage Site. Entrance by guided tour only. Opening can vary - All enquiries re guided tours should be directed Palace Green Library. Telephone 0191 334 2932 or castle.tours@durham.ac.uk.
Awards
- Visit England VAQAS 2021
St Cuthbert's Catholic Church
Type
Type:
Church / Chapel
Durham
St Cuthbert's Church is a Roman Catholic parish church in Durham, England. It was opened on 31 May 1827 to replace two previous chapels, one run by the secular clergy and the other by the Jesuits
Durham Cathedral: Viewpoint
Type
Type:
Viewpoint
Durham
Far fewer people will have enjoyed an equally impressive view from South Street in the city centre. A short, steep climb up this lovely street is rewarded by an almost eye level view across the river gorge towards the magnificently proportioned west…
Our Lady of Mercy and St Godric Church
Type
Type:
Church / Chapel
Durham
The Church of Our Lady of Mercy and St. Godric is our Grade II listed church, conveniently located in Durham City Centre.
Durham Mining Museum
Type
Type:
Heritage / Visitor Centre
Spennymoor
Spennymoor Town Hall has it’s dedicated memorial to the works and lives lost during the mining period across County Durham. Events cover mining in the Northern part of England i.e. County Durham, Northumberland, Cumberland, Westmorland and the…
Christchurch Durham
Type
Type:
Church / Chapel
Durham City
Christchurch Durham is an Anglican Evangelical Church in Durham, please see website for more details.