Blog (History) - This is Durham

The doors of Durham’s historic attractions may be closed at the moment, but with our Durham Discoveries blog series, you can go behind the closed doors of Locomotion in Shildon, home to Locomotion No.1 and more than 200 years of railway history. 

The doors of Durham’s historic attractions may be closed at the moment, but with our Durham Discoveries blog series, you can go behind the closed doors of The Bowes Museum and discover the incredible stories behind the wonderful treasures within.

The doors of Durham’s historic attractions may be closed at the moment, but with our Durham Discoveries blog series, you can go behind the closed doors of Beamish, The Living Museum of the North and discover fascinating facts about their incredible collection.

The doors of Durham’s historic attractions may be closed at the moment, but with our Durham Discoveries blog series, you can go behind the closed doors at Raby Castle - one of England's largest and most intact medieval castles. 

Autumn is a great time to press pause, escape your everyday routine and indulge in some much-needed me time.  

Across the county you’ll find an incredible range of public artwork. Which one is your favourite? 

On your next visit or day out in Durham, why not seek out some of the county’s hidden heritage?

Visitors can now see Norman Cornish’s iconic Miners’ Gala mural in all its glory at Bishop Auckland Town Hall’s new look café.

Raby Esates reveals its ambitious plans to expand the visitor offer at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens. 

Visitors to Auckland Castle can uncover the exciting archaeological discovery of Bek's Chapel in a new in a special exhibition.