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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.
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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Beamish - The Living Museum of the North - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Experience a real sense of your past at Beamish, a living, working museum, set in 300 acres of…
Auckland Castle - The Auckland Project - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
900-year-old Auckland Castle in Bishop Auckland is once again open to visitors, following a…
Wharton Park
This VisitEngland accredited attraction Wharton Park commands spectacular views across Durham City.…
Durham Town Hall - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
The Town Hall has been central to life in Durham city for more than 650 years. A recent makeover…
Museum of Archaeology
Living on the Hills - 10,000 years of Durham. This permanent exhibition uses objects from Museum of…
Hardwick Park
This VisitEngland accredited attraction is an 18th Century parkland featuring beautiful views, rich…
Binchester Roman Fort - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Remains of Commandant's house and neighbouring bath-house containing one of the best preserved…
Durham Cathedral
Thought by many to be the finest example of Norman church architecture in England, with the tombs…
Open Treasure at Durham Cathedral - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Open Treasure is a new world-class exhibition route which transforms public access to some of…
The Auckland Project - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Journey through a thousand years of history, art, culture and faith at The Auckland Project in…
Diggerland
Diggerland is the UK’s most unique construction-themed adventure park where guests can drive, ride…
1950's Welfare Hall at Beamish - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
The first building in our 1950's Town is opening its doors early summer 2019. Experience the…
Durham Castle Tours - NO TOURS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Durham Castle is part of the Durham City World Heritage Site. Entrance by guided tour only. Opening…
Chester-le-Street Riverside Park
Created in the 1930s, Riverside Park has always been popular with visitors. It was redeveloped in…
Woodland Play Area: Raby Castle - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
The Park and Gardens provide lots of opportunity for fresh air, fun and exercise. Our Woodland…
Killhope (Museum to remain closed)
Refurbished in 2016, Killhope is a multi award winning Victorian lead mining museum offering a…
DLI Collection at Palace Green Library - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Explore the history of the Durham Light Infantry enjoying items from the collection with…
Durham Cathedral Towers - Central Tower Closed
Visitors can conquer the 325 steps and enjoy unrivalled views over historic Durham City and…
- 1Beamish - The Living Museum of the North - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- 2Auckland Castle - The Auckland Project - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- 3Wharton Park
- 4Durham Town Hall - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- 5Museum of Archaeology
- 6Hardwick Park
- 7Binchester Roman Fort - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- 8Durham Cathedral
- 9Open Treasure at Durham Cathedral - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- 10The Auckland Project - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- 11Diggerland
- 121950's Welfare Hall at Beamish - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- 13Durham Castle Tours - NO TOURS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- 14Chester-le-Street Riverside Park
- 15Woodland Play Area: Raby Castle - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- 16Killhope (Museum to remain closed)
- 17DLI Collection at Palace Green Library - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- 18Durham Cathedral Towers - Central Tower Closed
