Blog (April 2021) - This is Durham

The rule of 6 outdoors is back, so why not make the most of the springtime sunshine by catching up with friends and family at one of Durham’s amazing outdoor attractions. 

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. 

Wonderful springtime walks with refreshing pit stops along the way. 

Astronomer Gary Fildes, from Grassholme Observatory shares his top things to look out for in the springtime night sky. 

Take in the beautiful sights of spring, and enjoy a warm drink along the way, with our guide to springtime walks across Durham. 

Photographer Gary Lintern shares his beginners top tips for capturing amazing night-time landscape photography.

To celebrate the one year anniversary of the beloved 'The Rainbow Children' poem, local poet Gemma Peacock shares with us her favourite places to visit in Durham.