Durham

England

Bishop Auckland
Bishop Auckland
Rocks on the beach
Harbour in Seaham, England. In the background are wild flowers and sea gulls.

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We stopped by Durham today as part of a University Open Day visit and took some time to also explore the town. 

As well as the cathedral which commends a great spot over the river there is also the castle, botanical gardens as well as lots of old parts of the beautiful town to explore.

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Nice woodland park nice river
Durham
Known for Friendly people, Dining and Cathedrals
Trip time! Discover the history, spas and culture in Durham.

Reasons to visit

  • Durham University
  • Durham Cathedral
  • Durham Castle
Artists impression of what Stockton-on-Tees is going to look like
Stockton-on-Tees
Known for Friendly people, Bars and Luxury
Upscale Stockton-on-Tees awaits: its parks, zoo, adventures and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Wynyard Woodland Park
  • Hardwick Park
church
Bishop Auckland
Known for Friendly people, Bars and Coffee
Get away to secluded Bishop Auckland! Enjoy the bars, countryside and adventure.

Reasons to visit

  • Hamsterley Forest
  • Auckland Castle
Old abbey lovely place beautiful down by river
Chester-le-Street
Known for Dining, Friendly people and Historical
Come to Chester-le-Street and enjoy its castle, history and adventures.

Reasons to visit

  • Waldridge Fell Country Park
Filming for the History channel in Barnard Castle, with these great surroundings like the Bowes Museum.
Barnard Castle
Known for Friendly people, Bars and Historical
Escape to Barnard Castle! Enjoy its castle, bars and culture.

Reasons to visit

  • Bowes Museum
Beamish Living Museum Of The North County Durham
Stanley
Known for Dining, Friendly people and Bars
Get away to relaxing Stanley! Enjoy the museums, bars and adventure.

Reasons to visit

  • Beamish Open Air Museum