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Museum of Archaeology at Palace Green Library
Type
Type:
Museum
Durham City
Much of Durham’s history lies beneath our feet. Sometimes we can catch a glimpse of the past through the unique objects that are uncovered as the result of archaeological excavations, or are unearthed by chance by members of the public.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00
St Cuthbert's Catholic Church
Type
Type:
Church / Chapel
Durham
St Cuthbert's Church is a Roman Catholic parish church in Durham, England. It was opened on 31 May 1827 to replace two previous chapels, one run by the secular clergy and the other by the Jesuits
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Beaurepaire Manor House
Type
Type:
Historic Site
Durham
Ruins of a medieval manor house used as a medieval country retreat for the Priors of Durham. Dates from mid 13th century. .
Dates
- From:
- 1 Apr 2024to31 Oct 2024
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021
The Northern Saints Trails
Type
Type:
Walking Route
The Northern Saints Trails, based on ancient pilgrim routes, position the North East as the ‘Christian Crossroads of the British Isles’, and bring the fascinating stories of the region’s Saints to life.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
St Giles Church
Type
Type:
Church / Chapel
Gilesgate, Durham
St. Giles’ has been a place for people to meet and worship for over 900 years. See website for further information about the life of our church, from regular services to special events.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
St Oswald's Church
Type
Type:
Church / Chapel
Durham
St Oswald’s is an Anglican church in the centre of the beautiful university and cathedral city of Durham.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021
Escape Rooms Durham
Type
Type:
Attraction
Durham City
You and your team of up to six people will be locked in a room. You have one hour to solve the puzzles, find the key, and escape!
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
Old Durham Gardens
Type
Type:
Garden
Durham
Old Durham Gardens can be found less than a mile east of Durham City Centre. The gardens can be reached through a number of walks, including a very pleasant route through Pelaw Woods and provide a charming public space for everyone to enjoy.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021
Durham Museum
Type
Type:
Museum
Durham City
Local history museum housed in historic church near cathedral. Tells the story of Durham from 10thC to present day using displays, models and artefacts. Brass rubbing and shop.
Dates
- From:
- 7 Apr 2024to29 Oct 2024
Durham University Oriental Museum
Type
Type:
Museum
Durham City
Explore Ancient Egypt and Western Asia, the Himalayas, China, Japan, Korea and Southeast Asia all in one museum. The Oriental Museum is devoted to the art and archaeology of the great cultures of North Africa and Asia.
Dates
- From:
- 6 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Various Opening Times
Awards
- Visit England VAQAS 2021
- Green Awards Green Tourism Business Scheme - Gold 2015
- Visit England Quality Assured Visitor Attraction 2017
- Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Small Visitor Attraction of the Year Highly Commended 2015
- Regional and Miscellaneous Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence 2018
- Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021
Brandon to Bishop Auckland Railway Path (Walking and Cycling Route)
Type
Type:
Walking Route
Turn at Stonebridge roundabout onto B6302 to Ushaw Moor, Entrance is signed ½ mile on left
A 9-mile route from Broompark Picnic Site, just outside Durham City to Bishop Auckland, residence of previous Bishops of Durham, running past Brancepeth, Willington, Sunnybrow, Hunwick and Toronto.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Lanchester Valley Railway Path (Walking and Cycling Route)
Type
Type:
Walking Route
Turn at Stonebridge roundabout onto B6302 to Ushaw Moor, Entrance is signed 0.5 miles on the left
A 12 mile route from Broompark Picnic Site, just outside Durham City to Consett, running past Bearpark, Langley Park, Lanchester and Knitsley.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Durham City North Walk
Type
Type:
Walking Route
Durham
This riverside and farmland walk is 7.4 kilometres (4.5 miles) in length and will take up to 3 hours. The route follows surfaced paths or roads and can be undertaken without walking boots at all times of the year.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Historic Libraries & Archives at Palace Green Library
Type
Type:
Museum
Durham City
Over almost two centuries since Durham University was founded, our library and archive collections have been growing and evolving with new books, manuscripts and archives being added every year.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021
Curious About Durham
Type
Type:
Walking Route
Durham
Have fun discovering Durham with two, quirky, heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt. Are you curious about Durham? Looking for an unusual and quirky activity which gets you out in the fresh air whatever the weather? Take one of our…
Dates
- From:
- 1 Apr 2024to31 Oct 2024Open 10:00 - 18:00
- From:
- 1 Nov 2024to31 Mar 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
Sherburn Way Railway Path (Walking and Cycling Route)
Type
Type:
Walking Route
Durham
Coal mining arrived in this area in the 1840s with the arrival of local railways. This Railway Path once formed part of the Lambton Railway and it linked three collieries: Sherburn House Colliery, Sherburn Colliery and Sherburn Hill Colliery.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Shincliffe Walks - Walk 5: Walking the Bounds
Type
Type:
Walking Route
Shincliffe
Shincliffe Walks - Walk 5: Walking the Bounds
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Durham Cathedral Tours
Type
Type:
Cathedral / Minister
Durham City
Discover the hidden history of Durham Cathedral with one of our regular guided tours. Tours are available Monday to Saturday and last for approximately 1 hour. Tickets can be purchased from the Information Desk at the back of the Cathedral on the…
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
The Story
Type
Type:
Heritage / Visitor Centre
South Road, Durham
The Story offers a gateway to the history of County Durham and its people. Bringing together our diverse collections of records and objects for the first time, The Story charts thousands of years of everyday life in the county.
Dates
- From:
- 14 June 2024to31 Dec 2024Various Opening Times
Brancepeth Castle
Type
Type:
Castle / Fort
Durham
Brancepeth is one of the oldest castles in the North East. The building today is a combination of the Nevilles' medieval stronghold and the grand country house created for the wealthy Russell family in Regency times.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
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