Welcome to County Durham
Enjoy a mix of heritage, history, lively arts whilst visiting County Durham - our guide to events and days out is just the ticket.
Whether you're looking to brush up on local history at a museum, enjoy local arts, watch some sport, or listen to live music, you're sure to find things to do in County Durham to suit all the family, whatever the weather.
Everything you need to know if you're visiting County Durham as a visitor or a resident.
Whether you're staying for the night or a few days, check out the choice of local hotels.
Enjoy a great day out with the family at a tourist attraction in County Durham.
Tickle your taste buds with a range of cuisines - eat out at a restaurant in County Durham.
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:…
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:…
Gardens used as horticultural students' training grounds include formal beds, water garden, arboretum and woodland garden. Plant Centre. Coffee Shop.Open: Daily 10am ‐ 4pm.…
Opened in 1760, visited by John Wesley and now the world's oldest Methodist chapel in continuous use occasional services ‐ enquire for dates. Primitive Methodist and leading mining displays.Open: Throughout year at all reasonable times ‐ local key holders listed by door.…
Dating from the 12th Century and featuring the original door, 13th Century font, 15th Century civilian brasses and Eden family memorials.Open: 1 May ‐ 30 Sept, Saturday and Sunday 1.30pm ‐ 4.30pm and at daily Mass times.…
Want to see what other attractions to visit when in County Durham? See our list of attractions in County Durham, including theme parks, castles, historic houses, zoos and many more family days out.
