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Durham Days Out with the Kids: 12 Amazing Outdoor Adventures

Family stood in front of High Force Waterfall in the Durham Dales.

Looking for fresh air, family fun, and wild adventures in Durham this summer? We’ve rounded up 12 amazing outdoor days out for kids that will have your little ones climbing, splashing, discovering and smiling from ear to ear.

Station to Celebration: Durham’s Summer of Steam and Stories

Family of four smiling at camera phone stood next to Replica engine of Rocket.

Full Steam Ahead: Railway Heritage Fun in Durham – Things to Do in Durham This Summer for Train Lovers.

On the Trail of Vera: Durham Filming Locations

The actress Brenda Blethyn dressed as her character Vera.

Want to walk in DCI Stanhope’s footsteps? Our blog reveals the top filming locations in Durham, from Seaham’s dramatic coast to Durham Cathedral.

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.

28 Things to Do in Durham - If You Dare!

#visitifyoudare hashtag overlaid on a durham dales countryside background

Inspired by 28 Years Later, Here’s How to Survive and Thrive in the Wilds of Durham #visitifyoudare

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