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28 Things to Do in Durham - If You Dare!

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Inspired by 28 Years Later, Here’s How to Survive and Thrive in the Wilds of Durham #visitifyoudare

Things to Do with Your Dad in Durham for Father’s Day 2025

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Your ultimate guide to treating Dad in Durham

Discover Durham's Proud Mining Heritage

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The Durham Miners' Gala returns this July to Durham City but did you know as well as "The Big Meeting" there's lots of ways across the county to celebrate our proud mining heritage.

Full Steam Ahead: Discover Free, Family Fun at Locomotion in Shildon

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Whether visiting with family, friends, on your own or part of a group, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this summer!

Eight events not to miss at The Auckland Project

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Get ready for a season of celebration, music, history, and hands-on family fun at The Auckland Project!

28 Things to Do in Durham - If You Dare!

#visitifyoudare hashtag overlaid on a durham dales countryside background

Inspired by 28 Years Later, Here’s How to Survive and Thrive in the Wilds of Durham #visitifyoudare

Things to Do with Your Dad in Durham for Father’s Day 2025

family of four looking at view from Prebends Bridge, Durham City.

Your ultimate guide to treating Dad in Durham

Discover Durham's Proud Mining Heritage

the streets of durham city filled with people during the annual Durham Miners Gala

The Durham Miners' Gala returns this July to Durham City but did you know as well as "The Big Meeting" there's lots of ways across the county to celebrate our proud mining heritage.

Full Steam Ahead: Discover Free, Family Fun at Locomotion in Shildon

group of people enjoying train ride on historic vehicle at Locomotion museum.

Whether visiting with family, friends, on your own or part of a group, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this summer!

Eight events not to miss at The Auckland Project

group of woman with arms around each other with backs to camera, looking at a stage where performers are singing at Auckland Palace summer concert series.

Get ready for a season of celebration, music, history, and hands-on family fun at The Auckland Project!

Autumn Flavours at Headlam Hall: A Harvest of Culinary Delights

close up shot of food on offer at Headlam Hall Hotel this autumn.

Fall in Love with Autumn: Harvest Inspired Flavours and Seasonal Sips at Headlam Hall Hotel.

Street Eats and Local Treats

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Fab Foodie Finds: Where to enjoy top street food across Durham.

Make Christmas Memorable with Raby

Raby Castle and Deer Parked covered in snow on a bright blue day.

Make Christmas memorable with Raby Castle’s unforgettable gifting experiences

Seven special ways to celebrate Mother’s Day in Durham

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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.

Five Fab Vegan-Friendly Eats To Try In Durham This Veganuary

vegan food on offer at Tango restaurant, Durham City

Join local food and lifestyle blogger Alex Burgess as she tries out five vegan-friendly restaurants this Veganuary across Durham City.

Discover Theatre across the Culture County

Be transported into a world of creativity and storytelling excellence with theatre across the Culture County.

Eight events not to miss at The Auckland Project

group of woman with arms around each other with backs to camera, looking at a stage where performers are singing at Auckland Palace summer concert series.

Get ready for a season of celebration, music, history, and hands-on family fun at The Auckland Project!

Discover Durham's Proud Mining Heritage

the streets of durham city filled with people during the annual Durham Miners Gala

The Durham Miners' Gala returns this July to Durham City but did you know as well as "The Big Meeting" there's lots of ways across the county to celebrate our proud mining heritage.

Discover exciting outdoor events across the Culture County

Durhams top 10 facts

Discover exciting outdoor events across the Culture County, from outdoor festivals to family adventures.

Something Spectacular Is Taking Flight at Kynren – The Storied Lands

Andy Hallsworth, Assistant Curator, Birds & Training at Kynren - The Storied Lands, pictured with blue and yellow parrots on his arm.

Following recent planning approval, development has now begun on The Storied Lands at Kynren - the UK’s first live-action historical theme park.

Autumn Flavours at Headlam Hall: A Harvest of Culinary Delights

close up shot of food on offer at Headlam Hall Hotel this autumn.

Fall in Love with Autumn: Harvest Inspired Flavours and Seasonal Sips at Headlam Hall Hotel.

Accessible Things to Do

Woman walking next to man in wheelchair as they walk through the 1900s Town at Beamish Museum with an historic tram visible in the background.

Guide to some of the best accessible things to do that make Durham a destination everyone can explore and enjoy.

Next Stop: A Dream Stay in Durham

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Whether you’re after luxury, heritage, countryside calm, or a quirky escape, there's a perfect stay waiting for you in Durham.

Staycations with a Difference

couple walking out of Rose and Crown Country Inn, with bikes in foreground.

The prefect retreat for your next escape

Memorable Stays

man and woman walking hand in hand down corridor light up with candles and lanterns towards Seaham Hall Serenity Spa.

Make the most of your getaway in 2023 with our guide to Durham's top #memorablestays.

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