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Historic Experiences
Durham Cathedral
Durham Cathedral is one of the best examples of Romanesque architecture anywhere in Europe. Together with the adjacent Durham Castle, these awe-inspiring buildings are at the heart of Durham City’s UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Beamish Museum
Take a tram ride back in time at England's largest open air museum and experience unforgettable sights, sounds and delicious tastes as the past comes to life.
Open Treasure
Open Treasure is a new, world-class exhibition experience at Durham Cathedral. Discover 2,000 years of history on a journey from the medieval Monks’ Dormitory to the monastic Great Kitchen, as the remarkable story of the Northern Saints is revealed.
Durham Castle
Sitting at the heart of Durham's World Heritage site and occupied continuously since the 11th century, Durham Castle is now home to students of Durham University. Today, visits are led by guides who explain the history of this iconic building and tell you what it’s like to live in today.
Auckland Castle
Seek out the unique and priceless 17th Century Zurbaran paintings in Auckland Castle. The 13 larger than life canvasses of 'Jacob and His Twelve Sons' were captured by pirates en route to Mexico and sold to the Bishop of Durham.
Kynren – an epic tale of England
Kynren – An Epic Tale of England is the UK’s ‘must see’ spectacular outdoor live action show. Returning for its third season in 2018 with 17 performances from 30th June to 15th September, providing an immersive and entertaining time travel adventure through 2,000 years of history, myth and legend.
Killhope, The North of England Lead Mining Museum
Killhope in Upper Weardale in the Durham Dales explores the life of North Pennine lead mining families. Experience the Park Level Mine underground experience, Northern England's largest working water wheel, hands-on activities and woodland walks.
Ushaw
Ushaw was founded over 200 years ago just outside Durham City to educate students for the Catholic priesthood. The vast estate contains buildings designed by Augustus Pugin and his followers and is one of the most important examples of Georgian and Victorian Gothic architecture in the North East.
The Bowes Museum
Teesdale in the Durham Dales is home to one of the country's most fascinating museum experiences - The Bowes Museum. Created 125 years ago, the museum contains the greatest collection of European fine and decorative arts in the North.
