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1950's Welfare Hall at Beamish

Experience the excitement and community spirit of the 1950's with our new welfare hall. 

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Durham Cathedral

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Beamish - The Living Museum of the North

Discover an amazing journey through time at Beamish Museum as you travel back in time and become…

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Durham History Hunt

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High Force Waterfall

High Force is one of the most impressive waterfalls in England. The River Tees has been plunging…

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The Spanish Gallery - The Auckland Project

The Spanish Gallery tells a story of Golden Age Spanish art during the 16th and 17th centuries,…

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Durham Coast

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North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)

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Durham Cathedral Tower

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