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Fun February Half Term Family Activities

Ideas and things to do with the kids during lockdown in February Half Term

Durham Discoveries: The Opulent Octagon Drawing Room at Raby Castle

The Octagon Drawing Room inside Raby Castle

The doors of Durham’s historic attractions may be closed at the moment, but with our Durham Discoveries blog series, you can go behind the closed doors to get a close up look at the fascinating collections and hidden spaces housed within them.

Durham Discoveries: Beamish, The Living Museum of the North

Victorian Teacher standing in the Pit Village school classroom at Beamish Museum

From Durham with love

Red sweets in the shape of a love heart made by Beamish Museum

Searching for ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day during lockdown? Your usual romantic date night might be a little different this year, but you can make it just as special with our top ideas of ways to celebrate.

Winter Wonderland Instasnaps

Prebends Bridge Cottage in snow by Andrew Davison

We hope these beautiful winter #instasnaps give you the chills and provide inspiration for your future visit to Durham.

Love Durham Later

family eating ice cream and walking past Seaham Harbour Marina

Looking forward to brighter spring days and long summer nights? Stop dreaming and start planning the perfect staycation in Durham.

Durham Discoveries: Beamish, The Living Museum of the North

Victorian Teacher standing in the Pit Village school classroom at Beamish Museum

Mother's Day Afternoon Tea

Afternoon Tea set on a table with flowers in a vase at Beamish Museum.

Mother's Day is getting closer and we know just the perfect way to treat mum/mam.

Fun February Half Term Family Activities

Ideas and things to do with the kids during lockdown in February Half Term

Durham Discoveries: The Opulent Octagon Drawing Room at Raby Castle

The Octagon Drawing Room inside Raby Castle

Love Durham Later

family eating ice cream and walking past Seaham Harbour Marina

Looking forward to brighter spring days and long summer nights? Stop dreaming and start planning the perfect staycation in Durham.

From Durham with love

Red sweets in the shape of a love heart made by Beamish Museum

Mother's Day Afternoon Tea

Afternoon Tea set on a table with flowers in a vase at Beamish Museum.

Mother's Day is getting closer and we know just the perfect way to treat mum/mam.

Veganuary: six vegan takeaways to try in Durham

vegan burger at Tango Restaurant

We may be in lockdown during this year's Veganuary, but this doesn't mean you have to miss out!

21 experiences to look forward to in 2021

fireworks light up the sky at the Kynren Finale

With so much to look forward to in 2021 we’ve chosen 21 amazing experiences happening in Durham to get excited about across the year.

21 experiences to look forward to in 2021

fireworks light up the sky at the Kynren Finale

With so much to look forward to in 2021 we’ve chosen 21 amazing experiences happening in Durham to get excited about across the year.

Festive Fun in Durham

Father Christmas in a car at Beamish Museum

Whether you’re visiting Durham in person or online, there’s plenty of festive fun to be had across the county this December.

Fun February Half Term Family Activities

Ideas and things to do with the kids during lockdown in February Half Term

Treat yourself to a taste of Durham this festive season

Christmas mince pies

There’s lots of ways to enjoy a taste of Durham this festive season!

Discover Durham’s Hidden Heritage

Interior shot of one of the many chapels inside Ushaw, Historic House, Chapels and Gardens.

On your next visit or day out in Durham, why not seek out some of the county’s hidden heritage?

Autumn Getaways

Fireplace surrounded by empty seating at the Rose and Crown Inn

If you’re looking for the perfect Autumn getaway, Durham has a treasure trove of stays to choose from.

Seven ways to Escape the Everyday in Durham

couple walking on the Durham Heritage Coast during sunset at Easington Colliery.

Autumn is a great time to press pause, escape your everyday routine and indulge in some much-needed me time.

Love Durham Later

family eating ice cream and walking past Seaham Harbour Marina

Looking forward to brighter spring days and long summer nights? Stop dreaming and start planning the perfect staycation in Durham.

Seaham Hall’s Sizzling summer line up

Seaham Hall exterior summer 2020

The doors of Seaham Hall on Durham’s Heritage Coast have now re-opened, and guests staying at the five-star luxury hotel are in for a real treat this summer!

The Way of Love

couple walking in front of Durham Cathedral

Follow The Way of Love to Durham and discover beautiful buildings, romantic landscapes and enduring love stories

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