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The Region

Durham lies in the heart of North East England, one of the country's most vibrant and rapidly developing regions.

Within a short distance of Durham, visitors can experience dynamic cities, an unforgettable stretch of coastline, and a wealth of historic and natural wonders.
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A view of the Millenium Bridge in Newcastle

Newcastle and Gateshead

The sights and sounds of Newcastle and Gateshead are only 15 minutes' train journey north of Durham. Straddling either side of the Tyne and linked by their iconic bridges, they offer an exhaustive selection of entertainment and leisure facilities.

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Sightseeing in the North East

The Sage offers a spectacular new venue for live music, while the Baltic has become a major international centre for contemporary art. Gateshead is of course also home to Gormley's famous Angel of the North.

  • The Sage

    The Sage Gateshead is a music centre rooted deeply in the North, with an international profile.
    Smaller Millenium and Tyne Bridge at sunset

  • Bamburgh Castle

    Bamburgh Castle is the Kingdom of Northumbria’s epicentre and home of the Armstrong family since 1894.
    Bamburgh Castle from afar in the sunset

The Sage

The Sage Gateshead is a music centre rooted deeply in the North, with an international profile.
Smaller Millenium and Tyne Bridge at sunset

Bamburgh Castle

Bamburgh Castle is the Kingdom of Northumbria’s epicentre and home of the Armstrong family since 1894.
Bamburgh Castle from afar in the sunset
The City

Durham Coastline

The Durham coastline was awarded heritage status in 2001, and offers the visitor stunning cliftop scenery, beautiful beaches, and miles of walking and cycle routes. Further north the untouched beauty of the Northumberland coast, dotted with castles and islets, cannot help but leave a lasting impression.

Northumberland coast

  

Contact us

As soon as you book you will be provided with a named contact who will liaise closely with you.

Event Durham

Durham University
Mountjoy Centre
Stockton Road
Durham
DH1 3LE