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December 2024
Faith Museum takes Britain's most beautiful building title24-12-2024
The Faith Museum in Bishop Auckland, has been awarded ‘Grand Winner’ in the Royal Fine Art Commission Trust’s 2024 Building Beauty…
VisitEngland’s Tourism Superstar 2025 finalists revealed20-12-2024
VisitEngland has today, 20 December, announced the 10 finalists to make the shortlist of its annual search to find the unsung hero of England’s…
Kynren celebrates a decade of spectacular shows!09-12-2024
Following the success of its 2024 season, tickets are now on sale to experience Kynren – An Epic Tale of England in 2025.
Bishop…
Norwegian Airlines lands at Newcastle Airport with new flights to Copenhagen09-12-2024
Newcastle Airport is delighted to welcome Norwegian Airlines to the North East, which will offer flights to Copenhagen from 2 May 2025.
The…
November 2024
England's Historic Cities launch new travel trade itineraries and resource28-11-2024
A new England Originals Travel Trade Guide, brought to you by England’s Historic Cities, has been launched this autumn.
England’s…
Magna Carta to go on display at Durham Cathedral in 2025 for 800th anniversary18-11-2024
Three rare Magna Cartas will go on display next summer at Durham Cathedral to celebrate the 800th anniversary of the 1225 issue in the…
New Bishop Auckland festive attraction opens to public15-11-2024
Christmas at the Palace, a brand-new yuletide experience at Auckland Palace in County Durham, has opened its doors heralding the start of Christmas…
Neapolitan nativity to set the festive scene at Faith Museum11-11-2024
A museum in Bishop Auckland will be the only place in the UK where people can see an elaborate 18th-century Neapolitan nativity scene this…
Raby Castle's new exhibition awarded national accolade11-11-2024
A new exhibition featuring the voice of BBC Countryfile presenter Matt Baker MBE, has won a prestigious national award by destination marketing…
October 2024
Bishop Auckland attraction earns ultimate tourism accolade25-10-2024
The Auckland Project in County Durham has achieved the highest rating from VisitEngland in its ‘Visitor Attraction Accolades for 2023-2024'…
Dates announced for Bishop Auckland Food Festival 202524-10-2024
Food fans are encouraged to save the date for the return of one of the region’s biggest food festivals.
Durham County Council has confirmed…
VisitEngland announces 2023-2024 Visitor Attraction Accolades winners22-10-2024
VisitEngland has today, 22 October, revealed the winners of its Visitor Attraction Accolades for 2023-2024, recognising excellence within the visitor…
The Best Places to Visit, Dine, Stay and Experience in North East England Shortlisted in Prestigious Awards18-10-2024
The shortlist for the North East England Tourism Awards has been revealed, as a spotlight is shined on the North East’s tourism hotspots…
New Ted Holloway exhibition launches at Bishop Auckland Mining Art Gallery15-10-2024
A new exhibition at the Mining Art Gallery brings together a selection of Ted Holloway’s paintings and drawings highlighting his journey from…
Dalton Park Outlet introduces new accessibility initiatives after being awarded Autism Acceptance Silver Award15-10-2024
Dalton Park Outlet is delighted to announce it has introduced a range of initiatives designed to enhance accessibility and inclusivity for all…
Bishop Auckland Palace hosts the ultimate pumpkin party04-10-2024
Auckland Palace’s first ever Pumpkin Forest light trail kicks off this evening (Friday 4th October), as the historic attraction and…
Framing Fashion: Art and inspiration from a private collection of Vivienne Westwood02-10-2024
The Bowes Museum is proud to be the only place to see a unique and striking mix of Vivienne Westwood clothing set alongside historical objects that…
