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  1. Memorable Moments
    Memorable Moments
    Enjoy memorable moments that will last a lifetime in Durham.
  2. Winter Breaks
    Winter Breaks
    As the days become shorter, enjoy a winter escape to Durham, where you'll create wonderful memories to take home.
  3. Durham's Advent Calendar
    Durham's Advent Calendar
    Every day from the 1st December, each of the advent calendar doors will open to reveal exclusive offers, amazing discounts and incredible prizes.
  4. Budget-Friendly Days Out in Durham
    Budget-Friendly Days Out in Durham
    Whether you’re visiting Durham, or are lucky enough to live here, you’ll find lots of places to explore, activities to try out, and events to enjoy for less this autumn.
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    Walking in Durham
    From a dramatic coast to breathtaking dales, Durham’s routes were made for walking.
  6. Classic Christmas
    Classic Christmas
    Enjoy a classic Christmas break in Durham, with festive markets, exciting events and shopping experiences.

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    Winter Breaks

    This winter, take some time out in Durham and take home some fantastic memories.

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    Classic Christmas

    Enjoy a classic Christmas break in Durham, with festive markets, exciting events and shopping experiences.

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    Stunning Stays

    Escape to Durham for a truly stunning stay with a fantastic range of accommodation across the county.

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this is what's onOur packed year-round events calendar means there's bound to be something for you to enjoy, whenever you choose to visit.

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23rd November 2022-8th January 2023
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The Winter Experience at The Auckland Project

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18th November 2022-31st December 2022
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Durham Christmas Festival 2022

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2nd December 2022-4th December 2022

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  • Memorable Moments at The Bowes Museum

    family of four sat talking in front of paintings inside The Bowes Museum

    From strolling through magnificent picture galleries to appreciating the breathtaking sight of a French-style château in the heart of the Durham Dales.

  • Unmissable Autumn Moments

    people looking at light display inside cathedral

    From dazzling light displays and stargazing events, to spooky Halloween fun and exciting exhibitions, there’s lots of incredible events happening this autumn in Durham.

  • Unmissable Christmas Moments

    View of Durham Market place at night during the annual Christmas Festival.

    From dazzling outdoor light trails and moving festive concerts, to bustling festive markets and pantomimes, there’s lots of magical events happening this Christmas in Durham.

  • Memorable Moments at The Bowes Museum

    family of four sat talking in front of paintings inside The Bowes Museum

    From strolling through magnificent picture galleries to appreciating the breathtaking sight of a French-style château in the heart of the Durham Dales.

  • Uniquely Durham Foodie Experiences

    group of people enjoying milkshakes inside John's Cafe at Beamish Museum

    Durham is home to a wide variety of unique foodie experiences to excite your taste buds and provide that all-important ‘taste of a place’ helping to create long-lasting holiday memories.

  • Unmissable Autumn Moments

    people looking at light display inside cathedral

    From dazzling light displays and stargazing events, to spooky Halloween fun and exciting exhibitions, there’s lots of incredible events happening this autumn in Durham.

  • 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.   

  • Unmissable Christmas Moments

    View of Durham Market place at night during the annual Christmas Festival.

    From dazzling outdoor light trails and moving festive concerts, to bustling festive markets and pantomimes, there’s lots of magical events happening this Christmas in Durham.

  • 48 hours in the Durham Dales

    man and woman holding hands looking at Low Force Waterfall during the autumn season

    Home to ancient castles, wild windswept moorland and incredible natural wonders, the Durham Dales is the perfect place to lose yourself on a short break.

  • Tranquil Time Out

    two woman sat in the outdoor hot tub at Seaham Hall hotel serenity spa

    Relax and unwind this summer by taking some tranquil time out in Durham.

  • 48 hours in the Vale of Durham

    family - man, woman and two boys walking along the street in Beamish Museum 1900s town.

    With our guide on how to spend 48 hours in the historic Vale of Durham, we'll help you plan a whistle-stop tour of this incredible part of the county.

  • Unique and Quirky Self Catering Stays

    The Mill Granary shepherds hut

    From private glamping pods overlooking the North Sea, to luxury treehouses and grand castle sleepovers. Durham is home to lots of unique self catering accommodation. 

  • Spring it on!

    family of four walking through doorway into Raby Castle's medieval walled garden.

    Check out our top ideas and recommendations for the ultimate post-lockdown spring break in Durham.

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