Historic BuildingsDurham

One of England's most impressive Mediaeval castles, built by the Nevills and home to Lord barnards family since 1626. It features fine furniture, impressive artworks and elaborate architecture. Also deer park, walled gardens, coach and carriage collection, woodland adventure playground, picnic area, tearooms and gift shop.Open:Easter:…

Founded in 1093, this magnificent Norman cathedral is the shrone of St Cuthbert and one of the great architectural experiences in Europe. Together with the adjacent castle, it is a World Heritage site.Cathedral Opening Times & PricesMonday ‐ Saturday 9.30am ‐ 6.15pm, Sun 12.30pm ‐ 5pm, extended…

Once principal country residence of the Prince Bishops and now the official residence of the Bishop of Durham. The staterooms and chapel, one of the largest private chapels in Europe are open to the public. Adjacent Bishops Deer Park with 18th Century Deer House.Open: CastleEaster…

Imposing Norman stronghold, now extensive ruins standing high above the River Tees. Inclusive audio tour.Open: 1 April ‐ 30 Sept, daily 10am ‐ 1pm and 2pm ‐ 6pm.1 to 31 Oct, daily 10am ‐ 1pm and 2pm ‐ 4pm.1 Nov ‐ 31 March open Thursday to…

Dating from 1072, one of England's largest surviving Norman castles and grandest Romanesque palaces. Seat of the Price Bishops until 1832 and now part of a World Heritage Site. Housing University College, Durham Universitys Foundation College, it is a conference, banqueting and holiday centre in vacations.Open:…

Medieval, Marvellous and Magnificent One of the largest and most impressive of English medieval castles, Raby Castle, in County Durham, Northumbria, provides a wonderful day out for all the family.Wonder at its towers, turrets, embattled walls, interiors and artworks from the Medieval, Regency and Victorian periods.See the herds…

The Salvin family home since 1402, Croxdale is now seen as an 18th Century re‐casing of an earlier Tudor building. Mid‐Georgian rooms with Rococo ceilings, private chapel and fine gardens.Open: House by Appointment OnlyTuesday and Wednesday from first Tuesday in may to second Wednesday in July,…

Massive 12th Century stone keep overlooking the Greta Valley. Built on the site of a Roman fort guarding the approach to Stainmore Pass.Open: At all times during daylight hours.…

Palladian style country house, setting for Sir Walter Scotts ballad Rokeby. Unique collection of 18th Century needlepainting pictures, period furniture and interesting Print Room.Open: May Bank Holiday then each Monday and Tuesday from Spring Bank Holiday until first Tuesday in Sept incl, 2pm ‐ 5pm last…

Bishop Auckland Town Hall is a 19th century building in the style of a French chteaux. Completely renovated in 1993 it now is the central venue for arts in Bishop Auckland and surrounding area. As well as a Tourist Information Centre, Art Gallery, Cafe and Library…

Garde I listed Mediaeval hall, turret and gallery with haunted Jacobean room and Georgian wing, set in 4 acres of fine gardens. Newly planted maze and moat pool.Open: Hall and gardensEaster weekend 9 ‐ 12 April incl, Bank Holiday weekends incl Saturday and Sunday in May…

Ruined 12th Century Premonstratensian Abbey in a picturesque setting above the River Tees.Open: All times dueing daylight hours.…

Set in moorland overlooking Derwent Reservoir. Plenty of play space for children alongside stream in sheltered valley. Woodland walks.Open: Telephone for details.…

Acient ecclesiastical centre with Saxon origins. Points of special interest include early Norman font, Jacobean pews and pulpit and Mediaeval windows.Open: May ‐ Sept incl Thursday 2pm ‐ 4pm.…

Converted Georgian Peel House in Teesdale with local history exhibition, country delicatessen and coffee shop. Picnic area and children's adventure playground.Open: Daily Monday ‐ Saturday 9am ‐ 5.30pm, Sunday 10am ‐ 5.30pm.…

18 acre garden in mature woodland with exotic trees from America and the Himalayas. Prince Bishops Garden. Tropical house, cactus house, butterflies and insects, plant sales. Visitor Centre within Cafe.Open: Garden ‐ daily.Visitor Centre, daily, Mar ‐ Oct 10am ‐ 5pm, Nov ‐ Feb…

73 acre of historic parkland, the former home of Bonnie Boddy Shafto. Deer, coarse fishing lake, Victoria walled garden, Britian's most northerly vineyard, indoor‐outdoor children's play areas.Open: Daily 10.30am ‐ 11pm.…

Britain&8217;s Best Museum (Period Living & Traditional Homes &8216;2005 Best of British Awards&8217; and &8216;Living Museum of the Year 2004&8217; (Good Britain Guide), Beamish is one of the region&8217;s leading tourist attractions. It vividly recreates life in the North of England in the early 1800s and early…

Founded in 1093, this magnificent Norman cathedral is the shrone of St Cuthbert and one of the great architectural experiences in Europe. Together with the adjacent castle, it is a World Heritage site./pp/ppCathedral Opening Times & Prices/pp/ppMonday - Saturday 9.30am - 6.15pm, Sun 12.30pm - 5pm, extended…

Killhope winner of the Guardian's Family Friendly Award 2004 is a 'Quality Assured Visitor Attraction,' where you can discover the lives of Lead Mining families. As part of this discovery come and see 'Magnificent Minerals' a temporary exhibition extended for 2005. This eye-catching display of…