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    Spring is a wonderful time of year to visit Durham with nature bursting into new life.

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    Plan a romantic getaway in Durham. From city breaks to countryside and coastal escapes. Find the ideal romantic night away in the North East.

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    Loved by Locals

    Get the local lowdown from the residents of our amazing county. From their favourite coffee shops and beauty spots, to days out and eating out, find out what is loved by locals.

  • Spa breaks in Durham

    Spa Breaks

    Relax and unwind on a luxury spa break in one of Durham’s award-winning spa hotels.

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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.

Crowds of people attending Bishop Auckland Food Festival, Market Stalls, bunting

Bishop Auckland Food Festival 2022

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2022

23rd April 2022-24th April 2022
'Crown of Light' projection onto the façade of Durham Cathedral showing illuminated manuscripts from the Lindisfarne Gospels.

World Heritage Day Celebrations

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16th April 2022-18th April 2022
Painting the Bowes Museum

The Bowes Museum: Regeneration by Martin Kinnear

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22nd January 2022-25th April 2022

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  • 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.

  • Trek and Tuck In

    couple eating outdoors in a pub beer garden

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

  • Tree of Hope

    graphic of the lumiere tree of light digital artwork

    Be part of the magic with the first-ever digital Lumiere artwork.

  • 48 hours in the Durham Dales

    man and woman holding hands looking at Low Force Waterfall during the autumn season

    Home to ancient castles, wild windswept moorland and incredible natural wonders, the Durham Dales is the perfect place to lose yourself on a short break.

  • 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.

  • 48 hours in the Vale of Durham

    family - man, woman and two boys walking along the street in Beamish Museum 1900s town.

    With our guide on how to spend 48 hours in the historic Vale of Durham, we'll help you plan a whistle-stop tour of this incredible part of the county.

  • Unique and Quirky Self Catering Stays

    The Mill Granary shepherds hut

    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!

    family of four walking through doorway into Raby Castle's medieval walled garden.

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

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