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February 2020
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
December 2019
National Award Win for Beamish Museum05-12-2019
Delighted staff and volunteers at Beamish, The Living Museum of the North are celebrating after winning a national award.
Kynren unveils New Park Attractions for 202005-12-2019
The UK’s biggest outdoor live theatre event - Kynren, An Epic Tale of England makes a spectacular return to its stunning Bishop Auckland stage…
What’s new for groups in Durham during 2020 and beyond05-12-2019
What’s new for groups in Durham during 2020 and beyond
2020 has been designated as Durham’s Year of Pilgrimage (#Pilgrimage2020), with…
September 2019
Launch date announced for Auckland Castle10-09-2019
A public opening date has now been confirmed for an historic North East castle, which was once home to some of the country’s most influential…
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…
April 2018
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…
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…
