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Pay Once and Visit All Year

family speaking to a member of staff at Ushaw: Historic House, Chapels and Gardens

Across the county you’ll find many amazing attractions which offer annual passes so you only have to pay once and can visit as many times as you like.

Castles in Durham

View of Raby Castle and surrounding lake and deer park.

Durham is home to many striking castles, built over the centuries to protect and to control. From vast fortresses and former strongholds, these monuments stand as reminder of the county’s turbulent past.

Explore the Northern Saints Trails with Intrepid Escape

View of Scott Tisson from behind as he walks the Northern Saints Trails with Newton Cap Viaduct in background.

Join Scott as he uncovers many of North East England's hidden gems along the Northern Saints Trails.

Discover Durham's Proud Mining Heritage

the streets of durham city filled with people during the annual Durham Miners Gala

The Durham Miners' Gala returns this July to Durham City but did you know as well as "The Big Meeting" there's lots of ways across the county to celebrate our proud mining heritage.

Seven experiences in Durham to banish tourism fatigue

children running and playing at The Plotter's Forest adventure playground

Durham is unlike anywhere else in the UK! Durham offers a rich and diverse range of unique experiences that are sure to make your trip one to remember.

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