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New Changing Places toilets help increase accessibility in County Durham

9 Oct 2024

County Durham’s network of Changing Places toilets has expanded, making it easier for people with disabilities and their carers to plan and enjoy days out. Next week, Durham County Council’s Cabinet will hear how the local authority applied for two rounds of funding from the Ministry of...

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Bishop Auckland Palace hosts the ultimate pumpkin party

4 Oct 2024

Auckland Palace’s first ever Pumpkin Forest light trail kicks off this evening (Friday 4th October), as the historic attraction and landmark in the centre of Bishop Auckland celebrates autumn’s arrival and the change of seasons. On Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays between 4 – 27 October and...

Industry

Bright Ideas

3 Oct 2024

The Bright Ideas Gathering returns to Durham for the 4th year, aiming to be one of the cultural highlights of the year for businesses, residents and visitors alike. This unique event is a must for curiosity seekers and future thinkers everywhere. The Bright Ideas Gathering is being held at the Gala...

Industry

Have your say...

3 Oct 2024

Durham County Council is reviewing the existing Durham City Conservation Area and producing a Management Plan (CAMP) to help develop a positive future management strategy to conserve and where possible enhance the city's historic buildings, sites, places and landscapes. If you are passionate about...

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Domestic Sentiment Tracker

3 Oct 2024

The Domestic Sentiment Tracker for September 2024 has been published on the VisitEngland website. Latest results show that perceptions of cost of living deteriorated this month, with 48% of UK adults surveyed feeling that the worst of the crisis was still to come. Domestic overnight trip intentions...

Industry

Framing Fashion: Art and inspiration from a private collection of Vivienne Westwood

2 Oct 2024

The Bowes Museum is proud to be the only place to see a unique and striking mix of Vivienne Westwood clothing set alongside historical objects that showcase the cultural influences she used when its newest exhibition Framing Fashion: Art and Inspiration from a Private Collection of Vivienne...

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Dalton Park Outlet introduces new accessibility initiatives after being awarded Autism Acceptance Silver Award

30 Sep 2024

Dalton Park Outlet is delighted to announce it has introduced a range of initiatives designed to enhance accessibility and inclusivity for all visitors. From September 16th 2024, Dalton Park introduced Sensory Bags for children, in partnership with the North East Autism Society. The bags include...

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Firework spectacular set to light up the north east again in 2024

30 Sep 2024

Tickets are on sale now for the North East’s biggest fireworks spectacular. The ever-popular show, Pyromusical, returns to Bishop Auckland on Saturday 2nd November 2024. Now in its sixth year, the unmissable multi-sensory celebration will see fireworks illuminate the night sky above the...

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Faru launches new £40 menu offering luxury dining at a lower price

26 Sep 2024

Durham’s fine dining restaurant Faru has launched a new £40 menu to become ‘more accessible’ to diners. The Michelin-recommended restaurant, on Silver Street, is owned by Jake and Laura Siddle, who offer a signature 10-course tasting menu, at £98, and a five-course tasting menu, which is...

Industry

Growth Fund business support

25 Sep 2024

Tourism and Hospitality businesses looking for help with marketing, distribution and booking systems can access support through the Durham Business Growth Programme which has been extended into the autumn. Apply now to receive a tailored action plan, access to masterclasses and specialist mentoring...

Visit County Durham

Get involved: national marketing campaign

25 Sep 2024

Visit County Durham is undertaking a new national marketing campaign called 'Next Stop, Durham' to inspire those who have travelled through the county by rail or road, but never visited. Running from autumn 2024 to spring 2025, activity will include partnerships with national media titles, digital...

Industry

County Durham marina reaches full occupancy

24 Sep 2024

An award-winning marina is going from strength-to-strength, with all berths and commercial units now fully occupied. All 96 pontoon berths at Seaham Harbour Marina are now occupied by pleasure boats – the first time the facility has been full since the marina was officially opened in July 2013...

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Bishop Auckland’s Christmas town expands to 10 days of magical wonderland

23 Sep 2024

Bishop Auckland, is fast becoming known as the "Christmas Capital of the North East" and is set to dazzle once again as Christmas Town 2024 returns, extending its festive magic to a full 10-day celebration. From Friday, 29 November to Sunday, 8 December, the town’s historic market...

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S&DR200: A festival celebrating the birth of the modern railway announces its programme today

19 Sep 2024

The 27 September 2025 marks the 200th anniversary of the opening of the Stockton and Darlington Railway (S&DR) in the north east of England, which gave birth to the modern railway. To celebrate this landmark anniversary, the nine-month S&DR200 Festival will take place across County Durham...

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Bishop Auckland is Aglow with the ultimate festive experience

19 Sep 2024

A sell-out Christmas light trail that dazzled visitors to Bishop Auckland last year, is returning this November and December with a range of new installations and updated route, complemented by a new indoor festive event, Christmas at the Palace. AGLOW at Auckland Palace, organised by The...