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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 every Saturday 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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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…
Hamsterley Forest
Information point and tearoom, forest drive with children's play area. Four mile forest drive runs…
Locomotion
At Locomotion you can see highlights of the national collection of railway vehicles in the world’s…
Ushaw: Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
Ushaw is set in the beautiful Durham countryside and houses architectural gems by Augustus Pugin…
The Bowes Museum
See outstanding collections of art, fashion and design housed in an impressive French-style public…
World Heritage Site Visitor Centre at Palace Green Library
Providing a perfect introduction to the Durham World Heritage Site for all ages, the visitor centre…
Durham University Botanic Garden
Set in countryside and mature woodland. Plant collections from North America, Himalayas and China,…
North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)
The North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is one of the most beautiful and unspoilt…
Durham Heritage Coast
Experience the colourful and dramatic landscape of Durham’s Heritage Coast with its beaches, rugged…
The Northern Saints Trails
The Northern Saints Trails, based on ancient pilgrim routes, position the North East as the…
Auckland Castle - The Auckland Project
Positioned high above the meandering River Wear, Auckland Castle was once home to the Prince…
Durham Cathedral Tours
Discover the hidden history of Durham Cathedral with one of our regular guided tours. Tours are…
Bowlees Visitor Centre
Situated amidst stunning woodland, near to Low and High Force waterfalls and surrounded by rolling…
Durham Cathedral
Thought by many to be the finest example of Norman church architecture in England, with the tombs…
Museum of Archaeology at Palace Green Library
Much of Durham’s history lies beneath our feet. Sometimes we can catch a glimpse of the past…
High Force Waterfall
High Force is one of the most impressive waterfalls in England. The River Tees has been plunging…
Raby Castle
Welcome to Raby Castle and Deer Park. A stunning complete medieval castle in County Durham with a…
Durham Castle
Durham Castle is part of the Durham City World Heritage Site. Entrance by guided tour only. Opening…
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- 1Chester-le-Street Riverside Park Splash Pad
- 2Hamsterley Forest
- 3Locomotion
- 4Ushaw: Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
- 5The Bowes Museum
- 6World Heritage Site Visitor Centre at Palace Green Library
- 7Durham University Botanic Garden
- 8North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)
- 9Durham Heritage Coast
- 10The Northern Saints Trails
- 11Auckland Castle - The Auckland Project
- 12Durham Cathedral Tours
- 13Bowlees Visitor Centre
- 14Durham Cathedral
- 15Museum of Archaeology at Palace Green Library
- 16High Force Waterfall
- 17Raby Castle
- 18Durham Castle
