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  • 2023
    In Inspire, History, Events, Attractions, Family Fun

    23 things to look forward to in 2023

    on Dec 20 2022

    From incredible stays to amazing days out, let our guide to the top 23 things to do in Durham in 2023 inspire you! 
     

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  • little girl sat with deer light display at The Plotter's Forest, Raby Castle
    In Inspire, Events, Attractions, Family Fun

    Five Fabulous Festive Trails

    on Dec 07 2022

    We’ve chosen five fabulous dazzling outdoor trails which guarantee fun for all the family during the day or as darkness falls this festive season. 

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  • View of Durham Market place at night during the annual Christmas Festival.
    In Inspire, Events, Family Fun

    Unmissable Christmas Moments

    on Nov 30 2022

    From dazzling outdoor light trails and moving festive concerts, to bustling festive markets and pantomimes, there’s lots of magical events happening this Christmas in Durham.

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    In Inspire, Events

    Unmissable Autumn Moments

    on Oct 07 2022

    From dazzling light displays and stargazing events, to spooky Halloween fun and exciting exhibitions, there’s lots of incredible events happening this autumn in Durham.

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  • the streets of durham city filled with people during the annual Durham Miners Gala
    In History, Inspire, Events, Attractions

    Discover Durham's Proud Mining Heritage

    on Jul 08 2022

    The Durham Miners' Gala returns this July to Durham City but did you know as well as "The Big Meeting" there's lots of ways across the county to celebrate our proud mining heritage.   

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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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  • 2022 things to look forward to in 2022
    In Inspire, Events, History, Attractions

    22 things to look forward to in Durham 2022

    on Dec 22 2021

    With the new year comes a fresh start, and Durham is ready and raring to go in 2022 with an incredible array of experiences for all to enjoy. 

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  • family of five walking through outdoor light trail
    In Inspire, Attractions, Events, Family Fun

    Alternative Christmas events (that don’t involve Santa)

    on Dec 03 2021

    We’ve chosen six magical activities and events you can enjoy with friends and family this festive season across the county, that don’t involve Santa.  
     

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    In Inspire, Lumiere, Events

    Tree of Hope

    on Oct 05 2021

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

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  • close up shot of children's knights helmets at 11Arches Park
    In Inspire, Blog Squad, Attractions, Events, Family Fun

    Blog Squad - 11Arches Park and Kynren

    on Aug 12 2021

    Join Jamie Chance Travels - our newest Blog Squad member, as he explores 11Arches Park and Kynren on opening day. 

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