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Curtain set to rise on new online theatre festival

Kate Barton on theatre stage

The line-up for On Stage: Online – a new online theatre festival (11-14 June 2020) has been revealed.

Exciting new developments planned for Raby Estates

Raby Castle's Duchess' Walk - Artist's Impression of new developments

Raby Esates reveals its ambitious plans to expand the visitor offer at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens.

Father's Day 2020

family walking outside the gates of Rsby Castle

Father's Day is fast approaching... what better way to say 'Thank You' to Dad than by treating him to a unique experience or gift from Durham?!

Seven special ways to celebrate Mother’s Day in Durham

mum and daughter walking through Durham University's Botanic Gardens

We’ve got lots of fun ideas that will make this special day one to remember, with lots of fabulous ways to treat your mum in Durham.

The Norman Cornish Centenary Year culminates in two distinct exhibitions at the prestigious venues of Palace Green Library, Durham and The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle from 16 November – 23 February 2020.

Father's Day 2020

family walking outside the gates of Rsby Castle

Father's Day is fast approaching... what better way to say 'Thank You' to Dad than by treating him to a unique experience or gift from Durham?!

Curtain set to rise on new online theatre festival

Kate Barton on theatre stage

The line-up for On Stage: Online – a new online theatre festival (11-14 June 2020) has been revealed.

Durham's Brass Festival moves online

Brass Festival 2020 logo

Durham BRASS will be livening up living rooms across Durham and beyond when the festival moves online this July!

British Sandwich Week 2020

British Sandwich Week logo 2020

You’ll find all the right ingredients in Durham to make delicious sandwiches at home this British Sandwich Week.

Exciting new developments planned for Raby Estates

Raby Castle's Duchess' Walk - Artist's Impression of new developments

Raby Esates reveals its ambitious plans to expand the visitor offer at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens.

Seven special ways to celebrate Mother’s Day in Durham

mum and daughter walking through Durham University's Botanic Gardens

We’ve got lots of fun ideas that will make this special day one to remember, with lots of fabulous ways to treat your mum in Durham.

Six Fabulous Foodie Experiences in Durham

group of young people enjoying Seaham Food Festival, County Durham

If you’re thinking of enjoying a stay in Durham this year, you’ll find lots of tempting foodie experiences to indulge in during your stay.

British Sandwich Week 2020

British Sandwich Week logo 2020

You’ll find all the right ingredients in Durham to make delicious sandwiches at home this British Sandwich Week.

Unmissable Christmas Markets and Winter Fairs in Durham

Christmas Markets in Durham Cathedral

Enjoy a magical shopping experience at one of Durham's many Christmas markets and winter fairs.

Seaham Food Festival

Seaham Food Festival Logo

Calling out to all foodie fans! Enjoy a delicious day out at Durham’s new foodie festival by the sea Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 June

Curtain set to rise on new online theatre festival

Kate Barton on theatre stage

The line-up for On Stage: Online – a new online theatre festival (11-14 June 2020) has been revealed.

Inspiring Cornish Exhibitions

Norman Cornish Exhibitions

Durham's Brass Festival moves online

Brass Festival 2020 logo

Durham BRASS will be livening up living rooms across Durham and beyond when the festival moves online this July!

Museum of the Moon to land at Durham Cathedral

museum of the moon at Durham Cathedral

The first of Durham Cathedral's new contemporary art programme announced, part of Durham's Year of Pilgrimage celebrations.

Six Fabulous Foodie Experiences in Durham

group of young people enjoying Seaham Food Festival, County Durham

If you’re thinking of enjoying a stay in Durham this year, you’ll find lots of tempting foodie experiences to indulge in during your stay.

Six of Durham's most romantic hotels

Rose and Crown hotel in the Durham Dales

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, we've chosen six of the county's most romantic hotels from city to countryside to coast, just in time for you to book your next getaway.

Amazing Stays in Durham

Durham City on a sunny day featuring Durham Castle and Durham Cathedral

From city, countryside to coast, escape to Durham for a truly amazing stay.

Check out our guide to amazing places to stay across the county.

Check out our top picks of where to stay in Durham, from coast to countryside and everywhere in-between!

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