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In Inspire, Family Fun, Attractions

28 Things to Do in Durham - If You Dare!

on June 09 2025

Inspired by 28 Years Later, Here’s How to Survive and Thrive in the Wilds of Durham #visitifyoudare

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In Inspire, Family Fun, Attractions

Things to Do with Your Dad in Durham for Father’s Day 2025

on June 05 2025

Your ultimate guide to treating Dad in Durham

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In Inspire, Attractions, Family Fun, History

Full Steam Ahead: Discover Free, Family Fun at Locomotion in Shildon

on June 03 2025

Whether visiting with family, friends, on your own or part of a group, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this summer!

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In Inspire, Attractions, Events, Family Fun

Eight events not to miss at The Auckland Project

on May 19 2025

Get ready for a season of celebration, music, history, and hands-on family fun at The Auckland Project!

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In Inspire, Events, History, Attractions, Family Fun

Raily Fab Ways to Explore Durham

on Apr 25 2025

Full Steam Ahead: Discover Durham’s Best Railway Experiences

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In Inspire, Events, Family Fun, History

History Comes to Life: Beamish Museum’s 2025 Events Guide

on Feb 21 2025

From steam to suffragettes, get ready for a year of action-packed events at Beamish, The Living Museum of the North.

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In Inspire, Attractions, Family Fun, History

Next Stop: Amazing Days

on Feb 14 2025

Your ultimate guide to the top days out in Durham, packed with history, adventure, and stunning landscapes.

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In Inspire, Family Fun, Attractions

Where to find Santa in Durham 2024

on Dec 04 2024

Add a little magic to the festive season with a visit to see Father Christmas in Durham.

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In Inspire, Attractions, Food, Family Fun

Make Christmas Memorable with Raby

on Dec 03 2024

Make Christmas memorable with Raby Castle’s unforgettable gifting experiences

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In Inspire, Attractions, Accessible Days Out, Accommodation, Family Fun

Accessible Things to Do

on Aug 30 2024

Guide to some of the best accessible things to do that make Durham a destination everyone can explore and enjoy.

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28 Things to Do in Durham - If You Dare!

Things to Do with Your Dad in Durham for Father’s Day 2025

Full Steam Ahead: Discover Free, Family Fun at Locomotion in Shildon

Eight events not to miss at The Auckland Project

Raily Fab Ways to Explore Durham

History Comes to Life: Beamish Museum’s 2025 Events Guide

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Where to find Santa in Durham 2024

Make Christmas Memorable with Raby

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