Durham History Hunt

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Find 26 stops each offering a unique perspective on times gone by. Discover the reason why Durham City is here and take in all that it offers today.

Hear tales of heroes and villains, ducks and dragons, and of kings and bishops. Be tempted by mustard and other local delicacies and see Durham Market Place how it once looked. Spot artwork around the city and the stories they represent. Look for a ‘U’ and a ’T’ that link Durham City to the New World, and find a horse without a tongue. Learn how a cow and a milkmaid led to the building of Durham Cathedral and what is said to have happened when William the Conqueror encountered St Cuthbert.   

Whether it's your first time in Durham City or somewhere you know well, you’re bound to discover something new. You’ll be taken through cobbled streets, up and down hills and around the city’s riverbanks. Put on your walking shoes and off you go. Suitable for all ages and can be done individually or in a small group.