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Where to find Santa in Durham 2021
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Things to Do
There's no shortage of things to do during your stay in Durham - a county full of surprises.
No visit to the county would be complete without a visit to the world-famous Durham Cathedral, which together with the adjacent Castle forms a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Durham City. And if you love history you can delve further into the county's fascinating past at exciting attractions in the Durham Dales, Durham Coast and the Vale of Durham including Beamish - The living Museum of the North, England's largest open air museum. Plus, don't miss the spectacular live open air night show Kynren, an epic tale of England, which takes place in Bishop Auckland throughout the summer and the brand new 11Arches Park.
Take some tranquil time out in the county's many green spaces, country parks and gardens, or get active as you explore the Durham Dales of Teesdale and Weardale, and the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - packed with walking and cycling routes and dotted with hidden gems and historical treasure troves.
From a day at the races to international cricket, golfing holidays and indulgent spa breaks, you'll be spoilt for choice in Durham.
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Auckland Castle - The Auckland Project
Positioned high above the meandering River Wear, Auckland Castle was once home to the Prince…
The Spanish Gallery - The Auckland Project
The Spanish Gallery tells a story of Golden Age Spanish art during the 16th and 17th centuries,…
The Auckland Project
Journey through a thousand years of history, art, culture and faith at The Auckland Project in…
Durham Cathedral Tower
Durham Cathedral Towers Enjoy spectacular views of the historic city of Durham and the surrounding…
Durham History Hunt
Find 26 stops each offering a unique perspective on times gone by. Discover the reason why Durham…
Durham Cathedral
Thought by many to be the finest example of Norman church architecture in England, with the tombs…
Wharton Park
This VisitEngland accredited attraction Wharton Park commands spectacular views across Durham City.…
Ushaw: Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
Ushaw is set in the beautiful Durham countryside and houses architectural gems by Augustus Pugin…
1950's Welfare Hall at Beamish
Experience the excitement and community spirit of the 1950's with our new welfare hall.
Chester-le-Street Riverside Park
Created in the 1930s, Riverside Park has always been popular with visitors. It was redeveloped in…
Grassholme Observatory
Waterside Parks purpose built observatory, based at Grassholme Reservoir near Barnard Castle,…
The Northern Saints Trails
The Northern Saints Trails, based on ancient pilgrim routes, position the North East as the…
Hamsterley Forest
Information point and tearoom, forest drive with children's play area. Four mile forest drive runs…
DLI Collection at Palace Green Library
Explore the history of the Durham Light Infantry enjoying items from the collection with…
Beamish - The Living Museum of the North
Discover an amazing journey through time at Beamish Museum as you travel back in time and become…
Durham University Oriental Museum
Explore Ancient Egypt and Western Asia, the Himalayas, China, Japan, Korea and Southeast Asia all…
Binchester Roman Fort
Remains of Commandant's house and neighbouring bath-house containing one of the best preserved…
Raby Castle
Welcome to Raby Castle, Park and Gardens. A stunning complete medieval castle in County Durham with…
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- 1Auckland Castle - The Auckland Project
- 2The Spanish Gallery - The Auckland Project
- 3The Auckland Project
- 4Durham Cathedral Tower
- 5Durham History Hunt
- 6Durham Cathedral
- 7Wharton Park
- 8Ushaw: Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
- 91950's Welfare Hall at Beamish
- 10Chester-le-Street Riverside Park
- 11Grassholme Observatory
- 12The Northern Saints Trails
- 13Hamsterley Forest
- 14DLI Collection at Palace Green Library
- 15Beamish - The Living Museum of the North
- 16Durham University Oriental Museum
- 17Binchester Roman Fort
- 18Raby Castle
