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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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Diggerland
Diggerland is the UK’s most unique construction-themed adventure park where guests can drive, ride…
High Force Waterfall - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
High Force is one of the most impressive waterfalls in England. The River Tees has been plunging…
Durham Cathedral
Thought by many to be the finest example of Norman church architecture in England, with the tombs…
Adventure Valley
Discover a world of family adventures at Adventure Valley, the North East’s biggest family…
Killhope (Museum to remain closed)
Refurbished in 2016, Killhope is a multi award winning Victorian lead mining museum offering a…
Raby Castle - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Medieval Raby Castle, home of Lord Barnard's family since 1626, includes a 200 acre deer park,…
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…
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…
Durham University Oriental Museum - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Explore Ancient Egypt and Western Asia, the Himalayas, China, Japan, Korea and Southeast Asia all…
Museum of Archaeology
Living on the Hills - 10,000 years of Durham. This permanent exhibition uses objects from Museum of…
DLI Collection at Palace Green Library - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Explore the history of the Durham Light Infantry enjoying items from the collection with…
Binchester Roman Fort - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Remains of Commandant's house and neighbouring bath-house containing one of the best preserved…
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…
Hardwick Park
This VisitEngland accredited attraction is an 18th Century parkland featuring beautiful views, rich…
Hamsterley Forest
Information point and tearoom, forest drive with children's play area. Four mile forest drive runs…
Durham Cathedral Towers - Central Tower Closed
Visitors can conquer the 325 steps and enjoy unrivalled views over historic Durham City and…
Gala Theatre Durham - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
The Gala Theatre is a superb arts venue in the heart of Durham City with 500 seat theatre, 2 cinema…
Chester-le-Street Riverside Park
Created in the 1930s, Riverside Park has always been popular with visitors. It was redeveloped in…
- 1Diggerland
- 2High Force Waterfall - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- 3Durham Cathedral
- 4Adventure Valley
- 5Killhope (Museum to remain closed)
- 6Raby Castle - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- 7Auckland Castle - The Auckland Project - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- 8Woodland Play Area: Raby Castle - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- 9Durham University Oriental Museum - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- 10Museum of Archaeology
- 11DLI Collection at Palace Green Library - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- 12Binchester Roman Fort - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- 13Durham Castle Tours - NO TOURS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- 14Hardwick Park
- 15Hamsterley Forest
- 16Durham Cathedral Towers - Central Tower Closed
- 17Gala Theatre Durham - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- 18Chester-le-Street Riverside Park
