Durham City Accommodation, Dining and Retail

Accommodation

Our Colleges

Many of Durham University's Colleges can provide accommodation during Congregation, students are advised to contact their own Colleges to enquire about accommodation for themselves and their guests.

Durham City Accommodation

A wide range of accommodation is available, from city centre to rural retreats. There's a warm welcome to suit every taste from elegant country houses, hotels, bed and breakfast, guest houses and modern apartments to traditional inns and pubs, camping in the great outdoors and fuss-free hostels. To search for availability, you can use the official tourism website This is Durham.

Dining

From afternoon tea, to lunch or dinner, you'll find a variety of restaurants, cosy cafes, quaint tearooms and excellent gastro pubs.

Restaurants
Tearooms and Coffee Shops
Pubs and Bars

The Riverwalk: shops, entertainment and restaurants overlooking the river.
Walkergate: offers a selection of stylish bars and family restaurants, including bowling and the Gala Theatre and Cinema

Durham City Retail

Durham offers a range of high street stores, as well as boutique and independent shops. Whether you're looking for a special bouquet, a celebratory bottle of bubbly or sumptuous chocolates.

Prince Bishops Place: a mix of fashion outlets, gifts, health and beauty and homeware.
The Riverwalk: shops, entertainment and restaurants overlooking the river.
Durham Market Hall: over 40 independent traders offering artisan items, produce and contemporary retail. 

Florists

There are a range of local florists, who can be found just outside the city centre.

Elvet Flowers
The Florist Shop 
Violet & Ivy's Florist
The Garden Florists Durham