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  • two woman sat with dog on banks of Low Force Waterfall and River Tees.
    In Inspire, Outdoors, Activities

    Take the Plunge! Durham Water Wellness Activities

    on Dec 11 2024

    Ready to dive into water wellness? Whether you’re after relaxation or a splash of adrenaline, Durham has the perfect water based activity for you.

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  • The Bowes Museum
    In Inspire, Activities, Attractions, Events, Family Fun, Outdoors

    The A - Z of Summer Holiday Ideas and Days Out in Durham

    on July 02 2024

    Check out our A-Z guide of things to do this summer in Durham.

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  • group of young people sat on rocks laughing and smiling with High Force Waterfall in the background.
    In Inspire, Outdoors, Attractions, Activities, History

    Days out with a difference

    on Mar 18 2024

    From historic sites to breathtaking natural wonders, start planning your next amazing day out in Durham.

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  • A close up image of a person using a pestle and mortar
    In Events, Activities

    Eight Creative Activities to try this Autumn in the Culture County

    on Aug 31 2023

    Durham is the culture county, and what better place than to try out a new activity.

    Check out our guide to eight creative activities to try across Durham.  

    From creative writing to playing the ukulele and creating your own inventions, it’s all happening in the culture county!

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  • couple sat with back to camera looking out at North Sea on the Durham Heritage Coast.
    In Inspire, Outdoors, Family Fun, Coast, Activities

    Seven ways you can get closer to nature along the Durham Heritage Coast.

    on Jan 30 2023

    To celebrate the beginning of the year of the coast, we’ve picked seven ways you can get closer to nature and boost your wellbeing along the Durham Heritage Coast. 
     

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  • Bishop Auckland Food Festival logo overlaid on a background of people walking along browsing stalls at the festival.
    In Inspire, Family Fun, Food, Activities, Events

    Get ready for Bishop Auckland Food Festival!

    on Apr 20 2022

    Bishop Auckland Food Festival returns this weekend! Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 April 2022

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  • Ecofest at Dalton Park
    In Activities, Family Fun, Blog Squad, Inspire

    EcoFest at Dalton Park

    on Mar 07 2022

    Explore Dalton Park's EcoFest with blog squad member Tasha

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  • couple walking on a beach on the Durham Heritage Coast
    In Inspire, Activities, Walks

    Follow your own path

    on May 10 2021

    Follow your own path this National Walking Month and take your pick of our top walking trails to try out on your next visit to Durham. 

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  • family feeding a goat at Hall Hill Farm
    In Inspire, Attractions, Activities, Family Fun

    Outdoor family-friendly days out

    on Apr 23 2021

    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. 

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  • Gary Fildes
    In Inspire, Outdoors, Family Fun, Attractions, Activities, Guest Blogs

    Dark skies set to Dazzle at Grassholme Observatory

    on Apr 14 2021

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

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