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The City

Former seat of the Prince Bishops of the county, Durham is a spectacular cathedral city with an amazing heritage.

Narrow cobbled streets wind their way around the rocky peninsula leading up to the majestic Norman cathedral and castle.
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Durham is a small and compact city, and everything is within easy walking distance. Just minutes from the bustling centre, you can enjoy the tranquility of leafy riverside footpaths along the banks of the River Wear, or the changing seasonal displays at the Botanic Garden.

The Oriental and Archeological Museums hold fascinating collections of international significance, as well as offering key insights into local history.

  • Botanic Gardens

    Durham University's 10 hectare Botanic Garden is set amongst beautiful mature woodlands on the southern outskirts of Durham city.

  • Durham World Heritage Site

    Durham World Heritage Site is in the North East of England and was inscribed on the World Heritage List by UNESCO in 1986.
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Botanic Gardens

Durham University's 10 hectare Botanic Garden is set amongst beautiful mature woodlands on the southern outskirts of Durham city.

Durham World Heritage Site

Durham World Heritage Site is in the North East of England and was inscribed on the World Heritage List by UNESCO in 1986.
World Heritage Site Visitor Centre
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Durham Cathedral from below with a blue sky in background

Life in Durham

The cathedral and castle not only dominate the skyline, they are also a designated World Heritage Site. Durham is a small and compact city, its bustling selection of riverside cafes, bars and restaurants await you at the end of the day.

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Rowing boats moored on the banks of the River Wear

Since the 1900’s Brown’s Rowing Boats has been the place to hire a rowing boat. Their traditional hand built rowing boats are available for a leisurely row along the River Wear in the heart of Durham City.

Durham Cathedral at sunset

Take time for reflection and prayer, enjoy a family-friendly day out, and explore history on your doorstep.

Something different

For something different, why not take a boat out on the river or admire the breathtaking view from the top of the Cathedral tower?

Hidden gems abound across the city, and never fail to delight the visitor. Why not pay a visit to medieval Crook Hall, or explore the ruins of Finchale Priory?

Durham's bustling selection of riverside cafes, bars and restaurants await you at the end of the day, and provide the perfect location to relax and get away from it all.

  

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Durham lies in the heart of North East England, one of the country's most vibrant and rapidly developing regions.
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Durham's location in the heart of the North East means great cities and stunning countryside are only a short distance away.
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Durham University
Mountjoy Centre
Stockton Road
Durham
DH1 3LE