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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…
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…
November 2018
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…
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
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
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,…
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…
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
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
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…
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…
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
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…
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…
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
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…
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
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
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…
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…
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
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
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
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…
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…
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
‘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…
