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Things to Do
There's no shortage of things to do during your stay in Durham - a county full of surprises.
No visit to the county would be complete without a visit to the world-famous Durham Cathedral, which together with the adjacent Castle forms a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Durham City. And if you love history you can delve further into the county's fascinating past at exciting attractions in the Durham Dales, Durham Coast and the Vale of Durham including Beamish - The living Museum of the North, England's largest open air museum. Plus, don't miss the spectacular live open air night show Kynren, an Epic Tale of England, which takes place in Bishop Auckland every Saturday throughout the summer.
Take some tranquil time out in the county's many green spaces, country parks and gardens, or get active as you explore the Durham Dales of Teesdale and Weardale, and the North Pennines National Landscape - packed with walking and cycling routes and dotted with hidden gems and historical treasure troves.
From a day at the races to international cricket, golfing holidays and indulgent spa breaks, you'll be spoilt for choice in Durham.
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Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
Welcome to Raby Castle, Park and Gardens. A stunning complete medieval castle in County Durham with…
Causey Arch and Picnic Area
Picnic site which is home to the world’s oldest surviving single arch railway bridge.
Beamish - The Living Museum of the North
Discover an amazing journey through time at Beamish Museum as you travel back in time to the 1820s,…
Auckland Palace - The Auckland Project
Positioned high above the meandering River Wear, Auckland Palace was once home to the Prince…
Bowlees Visitor Centre
Situated amidst stunning woodland, near to Low and High Force waterfalls and surrounded by rolling…
Durham University Oriental Museum
Explore Ancient Egypt and Western Asia, the Himalayas, China, Japan, Korea and Southeast Asia all…
North Pennines National Landscape
The North Pennines National Landscape incorporates much of the Durham Dales, and is a stunning…
Horden Grasslands Local Nature Reserve
This coastal site has impressive views to the north and south. On a clear day, you will be able to…
Durham Cathedral Tours
Discover the hidden history of Durham Cathedral with one of our regular guided tours. Tours are…
Seaham Harbour Marina
The multi award-winning Seaham Marina is County Durham's one and only marina. The marina provides…
The Spanish Gallery - The Auckland Project
The Spanish Gallery is unique in Britain, telling the story of the Spanish Golden Age in the 16th…
Binchester Roman Fort
Remains of Commandant's house and neighbouring bath-house containing one of the best preserved…
Beaurepaire Manor House
Ruins of a medieval manor house used as a medieval country retreat for the Priors of Durham. Dates…
Durham University Botanic Garden
Set in countryside and mature woodland. Plant collections from North America, Himalayas and China,…
Chester-le-Street Riverside Park
Created in the 1930s, Riverside Park has always been popular with visitors. It was redeveloped in…
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- 1Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
- 2Causey Arch and Picnic Area
- 3Beamish - The Living Museum of the North
- 4Auckland Palace - The Auckland Project
- 5Bowlees Visitor Centre
- 6Durham University Oriental Museum
- 7North Pennines National Landscape
- 8Horden Grasslands Local Nature Reserve
- 9Durham Cathedral Tours
- 10Seaham Harbour Marina
- 11The Spanish Gallery - The Auckland Project
- 12Binchester Roman Fort
- 13Beaurepaire Manor House
- 14Durham University Botanic Garden
- 15Chester-le-Street Riverside Park
