Blog (Activities) - This is Durham

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!

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

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. 
 

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

Explore Dalton Park's EcoFest with blog squad member Tasha

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. 

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. 

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.