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Causey Arch and Picnic Area

Causey Arch and Picnic Area

Picnic site which is home to the world’s oldest surviving single arch railway bridge.

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Image of the 1900s Town Street at Beamish Museum, people waiting to board the tram.

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,…

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External view of The Spanish Gallery

The Spanish Gallery - The Auckland Project

The Spanish Gallery is unique in Britain, telling the story of the Spanish Golden Age in the 16th…

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Seaham Harbour Marina

The multi award-winning Seaham Marina is County Durham's one and only marina. The marina provides…

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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…

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Auckland Palace - The Auckland Project

Positioned high above the meandering River Wear, Auckland Palace was once home to the Prince…

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Durham University Botanic Garden

Set in countryside and mature woodland. Plant collections from North America, Himalayas and China,…

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North Pennines National Landscape

The North Pennines National Landscape incorporates much of the Durham Dales, and is a stunning…

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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…

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Binchester Roman Fort

Remains of Commandant's house and neighbouring bath-house containing one of the best preserved…

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Durham University Oriental Museum

Explore Ancient Egypt and Western Asia, the Himalayas, China, Japan, Korea and Southeast Asia all…

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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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Durham Cathedral Tours

Discover the hidden history of Durham Cathedral with one of our regular guided tours. Tours are…

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Bowlees Visitor Centre

Situated amidst stunning woodland, near to Low and High Force waterfalls and surrounded by rolling…

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The Hole in Wand

Discover the Magic at The Hole In Wand – Dalton Park! Step into a world of wonder at The Hole…

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  • 2Beamish - The Living Museum of the North
  • 3The Spanish Gallery - The Auckland Project
  • 4Seaham Harbour Marina
  • 5Horden Grasslands Local Nature Reserve
  • 6Auckland Palace - The Auckland Project
  • 7Durham University Botanic Garden
  • 8North Pennines National Landscape
  • 9Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
  • 10Binchester Roman Fort
  • 11Durham University Oriental Museum
  • 12Chester-le-Street Riverside Park
  • 13Durham Cathedral Tours
  • 14Bowlees Visitor Centre
  • 15The Hole in Wand
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Durham has a host of exciting attractions for a great day out. From award-winning museums to medieval castles, and from friendly family attractions to magnificent natural wonders.

In Durham City you can experience our amazing history and heritage as you marvel at the awe-inspiring Durham Cathedral and Castle UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

Get hands on with history at England’s largest open air museum in the Vale of Durham as you explore Beamish – The Living Museum of the North. Plus, don't miss 11Arches Park, the region's newest family attraction. Spend the afternoon getting close to nature, exploring the Viking village, and enjoying immersive live action shows before taking your seat for Kynren, an Epic Tale of England the spectacular live open air night show (Every Saturday from the 7 August to the 11 September).

For a taste of the outdoors head to the Durham Dales where you’ll find Hamsterley Forest – popular with mountain bikers, keen cyclists, walkers and families alike.

These are just a few of the incredible attractions across an extraordinary county.

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