Taste Durham initiative introduced in Durham hotel

Food producers from across the county have been selected to supply their products to a new £15m hotel which recently opened.

Published: 17 April 2018

North East rural businesses given extra time to apply for a share of £10m funding

Rural businesses in the North East have been given an extra two months to apply for a share of £10m of funding.

Published: 28 March 2018

New fundraising campaign will provide sustainable foundation for the Cathedral’s buildings

This week, on Friday 16 March, Durham Cathedral launches a new fundraising campaign that will provide a sustainable future for the repair of the medieval Cathedral buildings, ensuring they are safeguarded for future generations to enjoy. 

Published: 15 March 2018

Talking Heads by Alan Bennett - Ticket offer

Local businesses can take advantage of discounted tickets to see Gala Theatre's spring production of Talking Heads by Alan Bennett which runs from Tuesday 6 to Saturday 10 March.

Published: 21 February 2018

Seaham’s water sports centre shortlisted for top award

A new water sports centre in County Durham has been nominated for a prestigious national award.

Published: 19 February 2018

Ice Sculptures Unveiled in Final Line Up for Fire&Ice InDurham 2018

Durham BID have today unveiled the final nine icy installations you can expect to see across the City this half term during FIRE&ICE InDurham.

Published: 07 February 2018

TV Chef Phil Vickery joins Bishop Auckland Food Festival

One of the country’s best-loved TV chefs Phil Vickery is set to share his passion for good food with visitors at this year’s Bishop Auckland Food Festival, which will take place from Saturday, 21 to Sunday, 22 April.

Published: 30 January 2018

Visit County Durham appoints six new team members

Visit County Durham is delighted to welcome six new members of staff.

Published: 24 January 2018

North East England Tourism Awards

Durham businesses are celebrating after scooping a number of prestigious awards at the annual North East England Tourism Awards 2017, held this month.

Published: 24 November 2017

Christmas in Durham

Be inspired by a festive break in Durham with everything from Christmas markets, outdoor ice-skating and atmospheric carol services by candle-light. 

Published: 24 November 2017

Crook Hall launches group travel initiative

One of Durham city’s most loved tourist attractions aims to cultivate new generations of visitors for the county.

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Published: 2018-04-18

Join Durham Savers Scheme

Durham Savers is a Durham County Council project aimed at tackling poverty and developing a savings culture across the county.

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Published: 2018-04-18

Taste Durham products introduced at Hotel Indigo

Hotel Indigo has teamed up with Durham Food Hub and Taste Durham to serve up 34 tasty products which have all been grown or made by independent producers from within the county.

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Published: 2018-04-18

Family bloggers 'make their own history' in Durham

Media influencers Travel Loving Family recently visited Durham as part of Visit County Durham’s upcoming ‘Make your own history’ campaign.

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Published: 2018-04-18