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Durham Apps
We’ve made a list of essential iPhone and Android apps designed to make your journey here easy and uncover extra secrets from some of our top attractions.
Apps for our attractions
Discover Seaham
Discover Seaham’ has been developed as part of the Seaham Townscape Heritage Project, which is supported by funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund. The app allows locals and visitors alike to explore the town’s history and heritage in an interactive way. It offers different walking trails to follow around the town as it tells the story of buildings and sites of interest and their role in the development of the town.
Durham History Hunt
Take time to explore this perfect little city by going on a history hunt with a collectible game app. 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.
Englands Historic Cities
Want to uncover extra secrets from around Durham Cathedral? This cutting-edge app immerses you in augmented reality with activation points scattered around this famous landmark.
Bowes Smartify
Learn more about objects in the Fashion and Textiles Gallery, English Interiors Gallery and Joséphine Bowes exhibition, the Music Room and on the staircase at The Bowes Museum. Scan the art, get the story!
Gruffalo Spotter
Something for the younger ones in the family, take a trip to Hamsterley Forest and look for clues that lead to your favourite characters from the iconic book, then watch the Gruffalo appear before your very eyes.
Seaham Hall App
Stay up to date on all the latest offers, events and news. A handy way to read all about Seaham Hall and dream about your future visits!
Apps to get here
National Rail Enquiries
Durham is served by a centrally-located train station, minutes from the heart of the Durham City, plus a number of stations, serving the wider county. Get live updates on arrivals and departures for all trains servicing Durham.
Traveline
With live bus times and interactive mapping, getting to Durham via public transport couldn’t be easier with this essential app.
Met Office Weather
The notorious British weather can be tricky to deal with. Be one step ahead with the award winning weather app from the Met Office and visit exciting indoor attractions or explore the great outdoors.
Apps to stay in touch
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