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February 2020
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Monumental Medieval Chapel Uncovered at Auckland Castle 25-02-2020
The remains of a long-lost medieval chapel, comparable to some of the greatest in Europe, have been uncovered at Auckland Castle in Bishop Auckland,…
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Durham Cathedral’s new glazed lobbies revealed24-02-2020
After a lengthy period of construction work to erect new internal lobbies, Durham Cathedral’s north and south doors have reopened to the…
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Museum of the Moon to land at Durham Cathedral 17-02-2020
Durham Cathedral is excited to announce an exciting new contemporary art programme, as part of Durham’s Year of Pilgrimage for 2020.
The…
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Five Facts About Beamish as the Museum Celebrates its Golden Jubilee 07-02-2020
Groups can enjoy an unforgettable visit to Beamish The Living Museum of the North this year, as the museum marks its Golden Jubilee. To…
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What’s new for groups staying in Durham in 202007-02-2020
With 2020 designated as Durham’s Year of Pilgrimage, groups are finding more reasons to stay a little longer and discover what Durham has to…
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InDurham Loyalty Card07-02-2020
Groups and visitors to Durham City can take advantage of exclusive discounts and offers at city centre businesses by signing up to an InDurham…
November 2018
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The unwrapping begins! 20-11-2018
The news everyone has been waiting for, the mammoth task of unwrapping the Central Tower of Durham Cathedral will begin on 4 December 2018, following…
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Auckland Castle welcomes National Masterpiece09-11-2018
A much-loved work from the National Gallery’s Collection is travelling to Durham as part of a UK tour.
Nicolas Poussin’s The Triumph…
September 2018
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International travel trade ‘Discover Durham’ as group destination05-09-2018
Discover Durham welcomed international travel trade operators in September to experience the best the county has to offer the inbound group…
June 2018
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Crook Hall awarded Coach Friendly Status Award27-06-2018
Crook Hall and Gardens have been awarded ‘Coach Friendly Status’ by CPT UK.
The award was presented to Maggie Bell by Martin Dean,…
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North Pennines Stargazing Festival returns19-06-2018
Pictured aboveThe Bowlees Visitor Centre
Dates for the second North Pennines Stargazing Festival have been announced and after last…
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Uncover the past this summer at Auckland Castle 14-06-2018
Aspiring archaeologists of all ages can step back through the centuries on a summertime search at Auckland Castle.
John Castling, The Auckland…
May 2018
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Mining Art Gallery welcomes its 10,000th visitor31-05-2018
Durham's only art gallery dedicated to the North East region’s coalmining heritage, celebrated a milestone moment this week after welcoming…
April 2018
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The Auckland Tower due to open July 201818-04-2018
Visits to The Auckland Project will soon begin at Auckland Tower where you can find all the information you need to explore Auckland castle, grounds…
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Doors open at Durham City's newest hotel18-04-2018
The transformation of the Old Shire Hall in Durham City into a £15m boutique hotel and Marco Pierre White Steakhouse is now complete and the…
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Re-making Beamish18-04-2018
Work on Remaking Beamish, the biggest project in Beamish’s 48-year history, is progressing very well, despite the dreadful weather that hit the…
February 2018
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From Bishop Auckland to the Big Apple 27-02-2018
The Auckland Project’s masterpieces exhibited in New York as they continue their journey across the USA.
Paintings from The Auckland…
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Top Durham Attractions awarded VisitEngland Visitor Attraction Accolades15-02-2018
VisitEngland has announced the winners of its 2017 ‘attractions accolades’ in recognition of the quality visitor experiences on offer and…
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The Bowes Museum announces major fashion photography exhibition opening this summer15-02-2018
The Bowes Museum is delighted to announce a major new exhibition, CATWALKING: Fashion through the Lens of Chris Moore, from July 2018.
Photo…
January 2018
November 2017
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Spotlight on winning Durham businesses20-11-2017
Durham businesses were celebrating after scooping a number of prestigious awards at the North East England Tourism Awards 2017 last night.
Tourism…
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Discover Durham’s inspiring itineraries09-11-2017
Durham is ready to welcome group visitors in 2018 with a series of five inspiring and informative itineraries showcasing a diverse and fascinating…
October 2017
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Mining Art Gallery Opens to the Public21-10-2017
A unique collection of paintings and artworks have gone on display the Mining Art Gallery, Bishop Auckland, creating a permanent home for the…
June 2017
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Launch of augmented reality project set to bring new life to Durham’s heritage26-06-2017
Durham City is one of twelve of England’s historic cities which have collaborated to develop an innovative augmented reality (AR) product that…
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The Bowes Museum celebrates 125 years and is first UK museum outside of London to use ‘Shazam for art’ app SMARTIFY07-06-2017
On Saturday 10th June, The Bowes Museum celebrates its 125th Anniversary. Named after founders, John & Joséphine Bowes, this beautiful…
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New groups website for Durham05-06-2017
Visit County Durham has launched a new website to promote the county as the ideal destination for groups, working in partnership with 20 of the…
May 2017
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Crook Hall launch new tasty tour09-05-2017
Crook Hall and Gardens will launch their new ‘Tour and Tea’ product in June - a 45 minute guided tour for pre-booked groups followed by a…
March 2017
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ITV Drama 'Victoria' filmed at Raby Castle14-03-2017
During Spring 2016 Raby Castle was transformed into a film set for the new and upcoming series of Victoria, which premiered Sunday 28th August on ITV…
December 2016
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Textile Treasures go on display at Durham Cathedral05-12-2016
Unconventional English artist, Grayson Perry, will be exhibiting one of his latest works alongside some of Durham Cathedral’s most significant…
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The Future of Auckland Castle03-12-2016
Of the North East’s many historic buildings, Auckland Castle stands alone as the only palace of outstanding historic and architectural value…
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Tickets on sale for Kynren 201702-12-2016
Eleven Arches announces ticket sales for Season Two of the award-winning open-air spectacular, ‘Kynren – An Epic Tale of England'.
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September 2016
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‘Kynren – An Epic-tale of England’ wraps up an incredible first season22-09-2016
‘Kynren – An Epic-tale of England’ - presented by Eleven Arches - wraps up its incredible first season with an emotional…