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this is what's onOur packed year-round events calendar means there's bound to be something for you to enjoy, whenever you choose to visit.

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LIGHT Art Installation by Chris Levine at Durham Cathedral

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14th July 2021-18th July 2021

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  • Six Summertime Wonders

    heather moorlands on a sunny day in the durham dales and north pennines AONB

    To celebrate the Summer Solstice we’ve picked six unmissable natural wonders you can enjoy in Durham this summer. 

  • Tranquil Time Out

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    Relax and unwind this summer by taking some tranquil time out in Durham.

  • Make Your Mark at Beamish Museum

    collection of artwork by Norman Cornish and paint brushes used by him

    Beamish, The Living Museum of the North is offering the unique opportunity for visitors to create pieces of work directly onto the walls of a new Norman Cornish-inspired exhibit.

  • Father's Day 2021

    Father holding his daughter inside the great hall at Raby Castle

    Say thank you to Dad this Father's Day with a unique experience or gift from Durham.

  • Culture Fix

    couple inside Durham Cathedral's Cloisters wearing masks

    As the doors of many galleries, museums and cultural attractions start to re-open across the county this week, we’ve picked some great ways you can get that culture fix we’ve all been missing during lockdown. 

  • Six Summertime Wonders

    heather moorlands on a sunny day in the durham dales and north pennines AONB

    To celebrate the Summer Solstice we’ve picked six unmissable natural wonders you can enjoy in Durham this summer. 

  • Tranquil Time Out

    two woman sat in the outdoor hot tub at Seaham Hall hotel serenity spa

    Relax and unwind this summer by taking some tranquil time out in Durham.

  • Make Your Mark at Beamish Museum

    collection of artwork by Norman Cornish and paint brushes used by him

    Beamish, The Living Museum of the North is offering the unique opportunity for visitors to create pieces of work directly onto the walls of a new Norman Cornish-inspired exhibit.

  • Father's Day 2021

    Father holding his daughter inside the great hall at Raby Castle

    Say thank you to Dad this Father's Day with a unique experience or gift from Durham.

  • Culture Fix

    couple inside Durham Cathedral's Cloisters wearing masks

    As the doors of many galleries, museums and cultural attractions start to re-open across the county this week, we’ve picked some great ways you can get that culture fix we’ve all been missing during lockdown. 

  • Trek and Tuck In

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    Wonderful walks with tasty al fresco dining pit stops along the way.

  • Eight of Durham's most scenic beer gardens

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    We’ve picked some of Durham’s most picturesque pub gardens and roof terraces to help you decide where you’d like to enjoy your next outdoor tipple or two… 

  • Father's Day 2021

    Father holding his daughter inside the great hall at Raby Castle

    Say thank you to Dad this Father's Day with a unique experience or gift from Durham.

  • Festive Fun in Durham

    Father Christmas in a car at Beamish Museum

    Whether you’re visiting Durham in person or online, there’s plenty of festive fun to be had across the county this December.  

  • Unique and Quirky Self Catering Stays

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    From private glamping pods overlooking the North Sea, to luxury treehouses and grand castle sleepovers. Durham is home to lots of unique self catering accommodation. 

  • Spring it on!

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    Check out our top ideas and recommendations for the ultimate post-lockdown spring break in Durham.

  • Tranquil Time Out

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    Relax and unwind this summer by taking some tranquil time out in Durham.

  • Love Durham Later

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    Looking forward to brighter spring days and long summer nights? Stop dreaming and start planning the perfect staycation in Durham.
     

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