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Museum
Shildon
Explore 200 years of railway history in the world’s first railway town at Locomotion, Europe’s largest undercover collection of heritage railway vehicles.





Restaurant
Durham City
Restaurant Faru is the first restaurant from Jake and Laura Siddle. It is located in the heart of Durham city and takes its name from Old English meaning Journey.
Museum
Barnard Castle
There’s always something great to see and do at The Bowes Museum. With more than 58,000 items in this Museum of artists, designers and makers, there are treasures at every turn.






Castle / Fort
Durham City
Durham Castle is part of the Durham City World Heritage Site. Entrance by guided tour only. Opening can vary - All enquiries re guided tours should be directed Palace Green Library. Telephone 0191 334 2932 or castle.tours@durham.ac.uk.


Adventure Park / Playground
Staindrop
The Plotters’ Forest is an immersive outdoor playground located in a magical Christmas Tree Plantation at Raby Castle.

Heritage / Visitor Centre
Bishop Auckland
Auckland Tower is the perfect place to get a feel for The Auckland Project, the stunning setting, and to pick up everything you’ll need for your day of exploration.




Restaurant
Durham
Step off the world, relax & live a little. It's the Caribbean way!
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!


Historic House / Palace
Durham
Ushaw is set in the beautiful Durham countryside and houses architectural gems by the Pugin family. This amazing venue offers a wide variety of activities, events and exhibitions - something for all ages!



Sports Ground
Chester-le-Street
Banks Homes Riverside Stadium is a world class sporting and events venue which regularly attracts visitors from all over the world.
Shopping Centre
Seaham
The biggest outlet shopping centre in the North East, with over 65 outlet shops, 10 cafes & restaurants and 7 screen cinema.

Museum
Bishop Auckland
Sitting in the historic Grade 1 listed Scotland Wing of Auckland Palace, The Faith Museum explores the myriad ways in which faith has shaped lives and communities across Britain, inviting visitors to consider how people across history have…


Botanic Garden
Durham City
Set in countryside and mature woodland. Plant collections from North America, Himalayas and China, glasshouse rainforest and desert plants. Six Colin Wilbourne sculptures in landscaped garden.




Tea Room/Coffee Shop
Durham City
Taking our name from the ancient alleyways leading to our spectacular 16th century building, Vennels is a truly unique venue.
Spa and Relaxation
Wynyard
Melt away stress and ease worries in the soothing surroundings of our award-winning Spa.

Castle / Fort
Staindrop
Welcome to Raby Castle, Park and Gardens. A stunning complete medieval castle in County Durham with a fascinating history and stories to tell.






Natural Feature
Forest in Teesdale
High Force is one of the most impressive waterfalls in England. The River Tees has been plunging into this gorge for thousands of years but the rocks it reveals are far more ancient – with origins dating back over 300 million yrs.



Garden
Wynyard
The Gardens at Wynyard Hall are fast becoming one of the North’s leading visitor attractions, offering a fabulous day out for couples, friends, families and groups alike.

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.
Adventure / Mini Golf
Seaham
Discover the Magic at The Hole In Wand – Dalton Park!
Step into a world of wonder at The Hole In Wand, County Durham’s most magical mini-golf adventure! Following the spellbinding success of our York, Blackpool, and Chester locations, we’re…
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