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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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Chester-le-Street Riverside Park
Created in the 1930s, Riverside Park has always been popular with visitors. It was redeveloped in…
Durham Castle
Durham Castle is part of the Durham City World Heritage Site. Entrance by guided tour only. Opening…
The Northern Saints Trails
The Northern Saints Trails, based on ancient pilgrim routes, position the North East as the…
Durham Cathedral Museum
The Durham Cathedral Museum is an award-winning museum for all ages which guides visitors…
The Auckland Project
Journey through a thousand years of history, art, culture and faith at The Auckland Project in…
Durham Cathedral
Thought by many to be the finest example of Norman church architecture in England, with the tombs…
Museum of Archaeology
Living on the Hills - 10,000 years of Durham. This permanent exhibition uses objects from Museum of…
Durham University Oriental Museum
Explore Ancient Egypt and Western Asia, the Himalayas, China, Japan, Korea and Southeast Asia all…
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 Cathedral Tower
Durham Cathedral Towers Enjoy spectacular views of the historic city of Durham and the surrounding…
Adventure Valley
Discover a world of family adventures at Adventure Valley, the North East’s biggest family…
Durham Online Escape Room - Quest of the Rose Coins
Legend tells of six rose coins that will bring fortune to those who find them, but they are hidden…
Raby Castle
Welcome to Raby Castle, Park and Gardens. A stunning complete medieval castle in County Durham with…
Diggerland
Diggerland is the UK’s most unique construction-themed adventure park where guests can drive, ride…
Chester-le-Street Riverside Park Splash Pad
The splash pad is a state of the art play facility which is free to use and suitable for families…
Killhope Lead Mining Museum
Killhope is a multi award winning Victorian lead mining museum offering a great day out for the…
Hamsterley Forest
Information point and tearoom, forest drive with children's play area. Four mile forest drive runs…
Durham Cathedral Tours
Discover the hidden history of Durham Cathedral with one of our regular guided tours. Tours are…
- 1Chester-le-Street Riverside Park
- 2Durham Castle
- 3The Northern Saints Trails
- 4Durham Cathedral Museum
- 5The Auckland Project
- 6Durham Cathedral
- 7Museum of Archaeology
- 8Durham University Oriental Museum
- 9Beamish - The Living Museum of the North
- 10Durham Cathedral Tower
- 11Adventure Valley
- 12Durham Online Escape Room - Quest of the Rose Coins
- 13Raby Castle
- 14Diggerland
- 15Chester-le-Street Riverside Park Splash Pad
- 16Killhope Lead Mining Museum
- 17Hamsterley Forest
- 18Durham Cathedral Tours
